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When a serious accident happens, the consequences are often permanent. The harm can reshape a family’s future and require thoughtful legal guidance and long-term planning.
A Philadelphia personal injury lawyer at Langdon & Emison represents individuals and families harmed by negligence and defective products. For nearly 40 years, Langdon & Emison has focused on complex injury litigation involving unsafe vehicles, dangerous products, trucking crashes, and other preventable events.
Our work is centered on accountability. When corporations, manufacturers, or negligent drivers cause harm, we pursue compensation consistent with Pennsylvania law so victims can begin to rebuild. Call (800) 397-4910 today for a free consultation.
Langdon & Emison represents people whose lives have been changed by serious accidents. For more than 40 years, our work has focused on catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases involving unsafe vehicles, defective products, commercial trucking, and other preventable hazards.
Many of the cases our Philadelphia law office handles are complex and often involve corporate defendants, layered insurance coverage, and technical evidence that requires careful investigation. Our attorneys prepare these cases with trial in mind because meaningful accountability sometimes requires it. That preparation shapes how we evaluate evidence and approach negotiations.
Over the years, this approach has led to approximately $1 billion in verdicts and settlements for our clients.
Across our practice areas, the underlying issue is the same: a preventable event caused serious harm.
Serious motor vehicle accidents often involve more than simple driver error. They may involve commercial carriers, unsafe maintenance practices, defective vehicle components, or negligent hiring.
Our firm handles:
These matters frequently require accident reconstruction and examination of electronic data, maintenance records, and safety compliance documentation.
Langdon & Emison has long focused on automotive defect litigation. Vehicle crashes sometimes expose failures in safety systems designed to protect occupants.
We investigate cases involving:
When a safety system fails during a crash, the manufacturer may bear responsibility. These cases often involve national product liability litigation and engineering review.
Manufacturers have a duty to design and sell reasonably safe products. When that duty is breached, the results can be severe.
Our firm has handled claims involving:
Product liability cases require a detailed analysis of design, manufacturing processes, warnings, and regulatory compliance. They are often litigated against large corporate defendants.
Some injuries permanently alter a person’s ability to work and live independently. We regularly represent individuals who have suffered:
In wrongful death cases, Pennsylvania law permits certain family members to pursue damages for funeral expenses, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship.
Elderly residents deserve dignity and proper care. When facilities fail to provide safe staffing or proper supervision, preventable harm can happen quickly. These cases often require a close look at staffing records and facility policies. Nursing home abuse claims may involve:
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Personal injury accidents can cause serious harm. Many of the cases Langdon & Emison handles involve injuries that change a person’s life. These may include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, severe fractures, internal injuries, or burns that require ongoing treatment and rehabilitation. In the most serious situations, families are facing permanent disability or the loss of someone they love.
Getting medical care as soon as possible after an accident is important. Some injuries do not show symptoms right away, and early evaluation creates a clear medical record. A personal injury claim often depends on documentation that connects the accident to the injury. Even if symptoms seem mild at first, a thorough examination helps protect your health and your legal rights.
Damages in Pennsylvania personal injury cases may include medical expenses, future care costs, lost income, diminished earning capacity, and compensation for pain and suffering.
Punitive damages may be available in cases involving reckless conduct, though they are limited in certain categories, including medical malpractice.
Claims against government entities are subject to statutory caps under Pennsylvania law. For example, claims against the Commonwealth are generally capped at $250,000, and claims against local agencies are capped at $500,000.
In serious cases, compensation is not limited to current medical bills. Long-term care planning, vocational assessment, and economic analysis may all play a role in understanding the full impact of the injury.
A Philadelphia personal injury lawyer at Langdon & Emison evaluates:
In cases involving permanent injury or wrongful death, economic experts are often retained to project future losses. These cases require detailed documentation and preparation because corporate defendants and insurers typically challenge both liability and damages.
Our case results reflect decades of trial experience and significant verdicts in catastrophic injury and product liability litigation.
$59 Million Verdict – Kumar v. Toyota
Seat belt design defect case resulting in catastrophic leg amputations. At the time, one of Maryland’s largest jury verdicts.
$43.1 Million Verdict – Heco v. Midstate Dodge
Seatback failure case involving quadriplegia. The largest verdict in Vermont history at the time.
$7 Million Verdict – Reagan v. Dunaway Timber
Trucking case involving driver fatigue and wrongful death caused by a commercial semi-truck collision.
serious injury cases, important evidence can disappear quickly. Electronic data from commercial vehicles, defective components, maintenance logs, and product design materials must often be preserved through formal legal action.
Langdon & Emison approaches cases with trial preparation in mind from the outset. That includes securing physical evidence, consulting engineers or reconstruction specialists, and preparing expert testimony when necessary.
When a case involves a defective product or unsafe commercial practice, the litigation may extend beyond a single defendant. Manufacturers, distributors, maintenance contractors, and corporate entities may all play a role.
In most cases, you have two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit under 42 Pa. C.S. § 5524. Claims against government entities require notice within six months.
Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence rule under 42 Pa. C.S. § 7102. An injured person may recover damages if they are 50 percent or less responsible for the accident. Any compensation awarded is reduced by the percentage of fault assigned. If a person is found 51 percent or more at fault, recovery is barred.
Pennsylvania drivers select either full tort or limited tort coverage when purchasing auto insurance. Limited tort policies restrict recovery for non-economic damages unless the injury qualifies as “serious” under state law. Full tort policies preserve broader rights to pursue pain and suffering damages. The insurance policy in effect at the time of the crash can significantly affect available recovery.
Insurance companies often challenge serious injury claims. They may argue that you were partly at fault, that your injuries were not caused by the accident, or that your medical treatment was excessive or unrelated. In higher-value cases, insurers commonly question both liability and the amount of damages claimed.
When a claim is disputed, the case typically requires stronger documentation and, in some situations, formal litigation. This may involve gathering medical records, expert opinions, accident reconstruction, or other evidence to support your position. If a fair resolution cannot be reached through negotiation, filing a lawsuit may become necessary to pursue compensation under Pennsylvania law.
Langdon & Emison handles personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. Attorney’s fees are paid only if compensation is recovered through settlement or verdict. The terms of representation, including case expenses and fee structure, are explained clearly during the consultation process.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP)
3400 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Temple University Hospital – Main Campus
3401 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
Pennsylvania Hospital
800 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
These medical facilities provide emergency services and trauma care for serious injuries.
Philadelphia Police Department
Headquarters: 400 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Police reports may be important in motor vehicle accident and premises liability cases.
Pennsylvania State Police – Troop K (Philadelphia)
Helpful for certain highway and interstate accidents within the region.
Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas
City Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Most personal injury lawsuits filed within the city are handled through the Court of Common Pleas.
Langdon & Emison – Philadelphia Office
2 Logan Square
Suite 300
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(800) 397-4910
If you need to discuss your legal options after a serious accident, our Philadelphia office is available for confidential consultations.
A serious injury can change the course of your life instantly. When that harm results from negligence or a defective product, Pennsylvania law provides a path to accountability and financial recovery.
Langdon & Emison represents individuals and families facing the long-term consequences of catastrophic injury and wrongful death. We prepare every case with care, attention to detail, and a willingness to pursue litigation when necessary. Contact our Philly team today at (800) 397-4910 or online to schedule a free consultation.
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