Case Types & Accident Help

If You Were Hurt in an Accident, Our Pennsylvania Attorneys Can Help

At Edgar Snyder & Associates, we represent people injured in all types of accidents. We've spent the past 35+ years helping people injured in accidents, hurt on the job, and those who are disabled, but have been denied Social Security disability benefits.

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Types of Cases We Handle

Find legal help and information on the following case types:

Auto Accidents

• Car Accidents -- one-car accidents, multi-car accidents, sideswipe collisions, head-on collisions, rear-end accidents, and other types of traffic collisions
• Truck Accidents -- accidents involving trucks, 18-wheelers, big rigs, commercial trucks, etc.
• Motorcycle Accidents -- crashes involving motorcycles, street bikes, etc.; common injuries include road rash, traumatic brain injuries, serious lacerations, broken bones, and other injuries
• Drunk Driving Accidents -- accidents involving any type of vehicle in which the driver or operator was under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol
• Pedestrian Accidents -- serious accidents where a pedestrian is hit by a car, motorcycle, truck, or bus; victims often include elderly people and children
• Construction Zone Accidents -- collisions that occur in work zones and construction areas; often caused by driver inattention, speed, dangerous road conditions, inclement weather, and lack of signs
• Bus Accidents -- accidents that include any type of bus, including public transit, commercial buses, privately-owned buses, school buses, etc.
• Bicycle Accidents -- accidents involving one or more vehicles and a bicyclist; injuries are often severe and may include traumatic brain injuries (especially if the rider wasn't wearing a helmet)
• Other Auto Accidents -- any type of accident, traffic collision, or auto crash not mentioned above

Other Types of Accidents

• Slips and Falls (Premises Liability) -- an accident that involves slipping, tripping, or falling due to dangerous roads, sidewalks, walkways, hallways, floors, etc.; depending on the situation, a homeowner, renter, business owner, or management property owner may be responsible
• Dog Bites / Animal Attacks -- victims of dog bites and dog attacks that resulted in serious injuries, including puncture wounds, scars, broken bones, face injuries, neck injuries, and eye injuries
• Fires and Explosions -- house fires, electrical fires, and explosions caused by defective tools and equipment, appliances, faulty auto parts, unsafe work equipment or chemicals, and Marcellus Shale drilling
• Daycare Accidents -- children injured due to the negligence of a child care or daycare facility
• School Accidents -- children injured directly caused by the negligence of a school, preschool, or educational institution
• Marcellus Shale Accidents -- injuries caused by an explosion or fire on or near a Marcellus Shale drilling site, workplace accidents, and car or truck accidents caused by roads damaged by Marcellus Shale drilling activities
• Swimming Pool Accidents -- situations involving swimming pool accidents and injuries, including slipping and falling on a pool deck, diving boards, recalled pool parts, drownings, etc.
• Boating Accidents -- accidents and injuries that occur while on any type of boat or watercraft other than a cruise ship
• Cruise Ship Injuries -- injuries that occur on a cruise ship due to slip and fall accidents, swimming pool accidents, food poisoning, unsecured objects, etc.
• ATV Accidents -- serious injuries that result from operating or riding an ATV or four-wheeler

Social Security Disability

• Social Security Disability Benefits -- provides disability payments and other benefits for people who are disabled mentally or physically and can't work; includes information about the claims process, eligibility, help applying, Social Security office locations, and more

Workers' Compensation

• Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation -- compensation for people who were hurt on the job and can't work due to their injuries; includes information about Independent Medical Exams, workers' compensation benefits, the workers' compensation process, and answers to common questions

Product Liability

• Product Liability -- injuries caused by all types of recalled, defective, and unsafe products, including auto parts, children's products, health products, household items and appliances, recreational and sports equipment, work equipment, etc.
• Medical Products -- injuries caused by recalled, defective, and unsafe medical devices, implants, and products

Other Cases, Diseases, & Sicknesses

• Dangerous Drugs -- serious medical complications, disorders, diseases, and injuries caused by side effects of dangerous prescription and over-the-counter medications
• Pharmacy Errors -- severe drug reactions and medical complications caused by a pharmacy error (i.e. incorrect dosage, wrong prescription, etc.)
• Food Poisoning -- victims of food poisoning caused by ingesting contaminated meat, produce, and food products
• Mesothelioma Cases -- fatal cancer that attacks people who were exposed to asbestos, usually in their line of work (miners, factory workers, construction workers, etc.)
• Nursing Home Abuse -- bedsores, slip and fall injuries, dehydration, malnutrition, and other types of abuse residents may suffer while in a nursing home or senior care facility
• Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Cases -- a serious skin disorder that can cause permanent damage and scarring, often caused by certain antibiotics and prescription medications
• And more

More Legal Resources

• See the Top Reasons for Choosing Edgar Snyder & Associates.
• Read our list of Dos and Don'ts if You're in an Accident.
• Not sure when to file a claim? Refer to the Statutes of Limitations.
• Check out our successful Verdicts & Settlements.
• Meet our team of experienced attorneys.

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