Personal Injury Results

Our firm represented a woman who suffered a severe dog attack while working at a client’s residence.

Despite initially receiving workers compensation benefits, we successfully argued that the homeowner’s negligence in failing to control their dog warranted additional compensation under premises liability laws.

Leveraging our expertise in workers compensation and negligence law, we pursued a claim against the homeowner.

The success of this claim secured a substantial recovery for our client.

This case highlights our firm’s commitment to achieving justice and our ability to navigate complex legal intersections to deliver positive outcomes for those injured due to others’ negligence.

Our firm recently represented a gentleman who was badly injured in a car accident when he turned left and was struck by another vehicle.

Typically, making a left turn when there is opposing traffic would result in a determination that our client would be at fault. However, we conducted a thorough investigation that included a witness statement, confirming that the other driver who hit our client was speeding, and therefore the cause of the accident.

Because of this important information, we were able to recover all available insurance from the at-fault driver as well as our client’s own underinsured coverage.

Berger and Green attorneys bring experience, diligence and intelligent representation to their clients. As a result, they receive all the compensation they are entitled to under the law.

Disputes over who is at fault for an accident are frequent, especially when the police report contains mistakes. Our Berger and Green attorney recently secured a recovery from a case where liability was denied based on one such report.

Through diligence, a video was secured, which proved not only that the accident was more severe than the defendant claimed, but that our client’s conduct was without fault. In doing so, the denial was reconsidered and our client was made whole for the injuries he suffered at the hands of the other driver’s negligence.

At Berger and Green, we believe in our clients and go to great lengths to make sure their case is being treated fairly and honestly. Due to our attorney’s determination and hard work, they were able to overturn an initial denial due to a police report claiming our client was at fault. Ultimately the client was able to get the compensation they needed to move forward after this accident.

We represented a client who was hit by an uninsured driver, resulting in severe injuries including disc bulges, cervical radiculopathy and shoulder impingement.

We sought the full limits of his Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage, but the insurance company initially offered only a partial amount. Through experienced advocacy, diligence and persistent negotiation, we effectively demonstrated the profound impact of his injuries on his life.

Our efforts led the insurance company to reconsider their position and ultimately tender the full policy limits, securing the necessary compensation for his medical needs and recovery.

In this case, we highlight a successful claim involving our client who suffered chronic lower back injuries after slipping on smooth “black ice” in a business parking lot.

Under Pennsylvania law, property owners are generally not liable for naturally occurring icy conditions unless they form hills and ridges. However, our skilled attorney was able to establish liability by thoroughly investigating the scene and collecting vital witness statements and depositions.

Through this investigation, we demonstrated that the black ice was not a result of recent weather conditions like rain or snow but rather due to defective drainage that led to water accumulation. This key evidence allowed us to prove that the hazardous condition was preventable and that the property owner failed in their duty to maintain a safe environment.

As a result, we successfully secured fair compensation for our client, addressing the impact of his injuries and holding the responsible party accountable for their negligence.

This case showcases the importance of thorough investigation and advocacy in personal injury law.

At Berger and Green, we recently handled two premises liability cases that highlight the value of knowing when to take legal action. In the first case, a client fell on poorly maintained steps at a relative’s home, sustaining soft tissue injuries. Despite the insurance company’s denial of liability, we determined the denial was unjust and recommended filing a lawsuit.

In the second case, a client fell on a neighbor’s unsafe porch, resulting in a wrist fracture. The neighbor claimed the client was a trespasser, but we found the client’s version of events credible, backed by witness testimony, and advised filing a lawsuit.

In both cases, after filing suit, the property owners’ insurers hired lawyers who reviewed the cases and offered settlements—one for the full insurance policy limit and another for a significant amount.

These successful outcomes underscore the importance of experienced attorneys taking action when appropriate.

Insurance companies often go to great lengths to avoid paying claims, even resorting to misleading legal arguments.

Drawing on their expertise, the attorneys at Berger and Green leveraged recent case law to challenge an inaccurate assessment of our client’s injuries and the party responsible for covering her damages.

Thanks to our thorough analysis, and a corrected evaluation, we successfully obtained policy limit settlements from both defendants, despite one carrier having much greater coverage than the other.

We represented a woman who, while helping her daughter move into a new apartment, accidentally opened a door she thought led to the bathroom, only to find it opened onto basement steps. When she stepped forward, she immediately began to fall. She reached out for a banister to break her fall, but there was no banister installed.

As a result, she suffered head lacerations and a fractured left arm. Recognizing the severity of her injuries and the landlord’s negligence in violating safety codes by failing to install a banister, we fought for her and secured a six-figure settlement.

This case highlights how crucial it is to hold property owners accountable for ensuring their premises are safe and up to code.

Our client, while visiting her husband at a nursing facility, suffered a devastating fall as she was leaving and walking toward her car. She fell off an improperly designed curb, resulting in a broken hip. At first glance, this appeared to be a simple accident, where a person falls off of a curb; but our investigation uncovered critical details that changed the course of the case.

We discovered that the curb in question violated multiple building codes and American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, including issues with curb height, the lack of ramp access to handicapped parking spots and visibility standards. These violations directly contributed to our client’s fall and injury.

After filing suit, engaging in the discovery process and obtaining expert testimony, we were able to demonstrate the facility’s negligence and establish its responsibility for our client’s injuries. Ultimately, we secured full and fair compensation for her medical expenses and pain and suffering damages.

Limited tort claimants can still recover full damages if they suffer a serious impairment of a bodily function.

We recently represented a client who faced this exact challenge. She was injured in a car accident and sustained a minor fracture along with ulnar nerve entrapment in her right elbow. These injuries caused persistent numbness and tingling in her fingers, affecting her ability to perform daily tasks and enjoy her usual activities. Although she did not undergo surgery, the impact on her quality of life was undeniable.

Through expert testimony and medical evidence, our experienced personal injury team successfully demonstrated that her injuries significantly impacted her daily life.

As a result, we secured full and fair compensation on her behalf.

Our client was riding as a passenger on a bus when another vehicle suddenly and wrongfully entered the bus’s lane, causing a crash. Although our client already had preexisting medical issues, the accident made those conditions worse and led to more pain and medical care.

We carefully reviewed all medical records and accident details to show exactly how the crash had aggravated our client’s health. By clearly connecting the accident to the increased symptoms, we were able to present a strong case.

Thanks to thorough preparation and strategy, we secured a sizable settlement for our client. It helped cover medical costs and provided compensation for the pain and suffering caused by the crash.

This case shows how important it is to look closely at the details and fight for clients, especially when pre-existing conditions are involved.

We recently represented a husband and wife injured in a serious highway accident caused by the negligence of two different drivers. The crash happened when one driver merged onto the highway and suddenly crossed into our clients’ lane. To avoid a collision, our client hit the brakes, but a tractor-trailer following too closely behind, slammed into the back of their vehicle. 

By showing that the tractor-trailer driver was negligent for following too closely, and the merging driver was at fault for an unsafe lane change, we were able to hold both parties accountable.

Thanks to a thorough investigation and strong advocacy, we secured full compensation for our clients and helped them move forward after the accident.