Haverford Personal Injury Attorney

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If you’ve been hurt and someone else was at fault, you may be able to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other losses. Our Haverford personal injury lawyers can help.

At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, our legal team is determined to help hold negligent parties accountable for injuries. We have helped thousands of clients since we opened in 2005, and we’d be honored to help you. Contact us today for a free case review.

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Lawrence Kalikhman, Esquire

Lawrence Kalikhman, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University.  Mr. Kalikhman received his Juris Doctorate from the Rutgers University School of Law.  He has experience in Personal Injury Litigation in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. 

Mr. Kalikhman is admitted to practice before state and federal courts in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New Jersey.  He is a member of the Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, and Bucks County Bar Associations, as well as the Pennsylvania Association for Justice.

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Eric Rayz, Esquire

Arkady “Eric” Rayz, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University.  As an undergraduate, Mr. Rayz was a recipient of the H. Thomas and Dorothy Willits Hallowell Scholarship and Temple University President’s Scholar Award.  Mr. Rayz obtained his Juris Doctorate from the James E. Beasley School of Law of Temple University, where he was a staff member and editor of the Temple International and Comparative Law Journal. 

Mr. Rayz has broad experience in handling matters in federal and state courts and is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New York.  He is a member of the Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Bar Associations.

How Can Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC Help You?

After an injury, it can be difficult to focus on anything else. If you’re overwhelmed with physical pain and financial worries, adding the stress of a legal process can seem unfeasible. At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, our team takes on the legal process of your injury claim so you can focus on recovering instead. We can:

  • File all paperwork, ensuring it is accurate, complete, and submitted on time
  • Investigate your injury’s cause to determine all liable parties
  • Negotiate with the insurance company
  • Handle any necessary appeals
  • Represent you in court, if necessary

We are committed to providing personal attention and support to every single client we take on. When you call us, you’ll always be talking to an attorney so you can get fast answers to the questions you have about your case.

Hear From Our Past Clients

The best way to know if we’re the right law firm for you is to look at our client testimonials:

  • “Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC are ethical, honest and knowledgeable attorneys. Always to the point and ‘no-nonsense.’” –Len A.
  • “They work clearly and quickly. I am very pleased that, on the advice of friends, I turned to them. Thanks a lot.” –Olga B.
  • “I was involved in a bad accident where the other person was responsible. These people really fought for me and didn’t give up even though it took awhile. Because of them I was able to get the help I needed at a time when I really needed it. Thank you.” –Bjorn W.

What Kinds of Injuries Can We Help With?

If your injury was due to someone else’s negligence, we’re here to help. We can take on cases involving:

  • Car accidents
  • Truck accidents
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Pedestrian accidents
  • Premises liability
  • Slip and falls
  • Wrongful death

What Compensation Can Be Recovered After a Personal Injury in Haverford?

Depending on your injury, you may be dealing with economic losses like medical expenses and property damage on top of non-economic ones like losing the ability to participate in hobbies you once enjoyed. Our lawyers seek fair compensation that accounts for everything you’ve lost. You may be able to recover compensation for:

Economic Losses

These are losses that are financial in nature and are typically proven through bills and receipts. They include:

  • Medical Expenses: This will address present and future medical needs related to your injury. They can include emergency medical services, surgeries, doctor appointments, medications, physical therapy, diagnostic testing, and long-term nursing needs.
  • Income Losses: Injuries can keep you from working while in recovery or cause a permanent disability that prevents you from ever returning to work. Recoverable job losses include lost wages, loss of possible job benefits, and diminished earning capacity.
  • Property Damage: If you were involved in a motor vehicle accident, you may have property damage that includes the repair or replacement of your vehicle.
  • Other Expenses: While medical bills, property damage, and lost wages tend to be the larger economic losses after an injury, you may have other expenses as well. These include things like modifications to your home to account for a new disability.

Keep any bills, receipts, pay stubs, and other documents that can serve as proof of your financial losses. Our team can also help get copies of many of these documents as needed.

Non-Economic Losses

These are losses that do not have a direct financial value but still have a significant impact on your life. These include:

  • Physical pain and suffering
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Loss of quality of life
  • Emotional distress

Loss of Life in a Personal Injury Claim

If a loved one passed away due to a personal injury, you may be eligible to pursue wrongful death damages from the liable party. While no compensation can account for this devastating loss, it can help you deal with the financial losses you’ve suffered. You may qualify for compensation that covers losses like:

  • The loss of a loved one’s financial support
  • Loss of companionship
  • Medical expenses from their post-injury care
  • Funeral expenses
  • Cremation or burial costs

Your family deserves compensation for all of your losses, and we are determined to seek a settlement or verdict that helps meet your needs. Contact Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC to discuss your legal options.

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Proving Negligence After a Personal Injury in Haverford

To recover compensation, you must prove that someone else’s negligence caused your injury. Legally, negligence is defined by four elements. These elements are:

  • Duty of Care: This is a concept that means someone has a responsibility to act safely towards you. For example, a driver must obey traffic laws to keep everyone else on the road safe.
  • Breached Duty of Care: The liable party acted in a way that endangered you. Following the example, drinking before driving is dangerous and is against the law.
  • Causation: Causation means that the breach led to your injuries. Sometimes, the other party may claim that their actions are not the direct cause or that they could not predict that their actions led to your harm. Our lawyers work to link their actions and your injuries.
  • Damages: You have provable losses because of the breach.

To determine all liable parties and to prove negligence, our lawyers conduct thorough investigations. We may:

  • Interview witnesses
  • Secure footage of the event, such as from security cameras or traffic cams
  • Review police reports and other records related to your accident
  • Consult with experts, such as accident reconstructionists
  • Analyze physical evidence, such as skid marks at a car accident scene

What Should You Do After an Accident?

After an accident, your priority should always be your health and safety. Below, we’ll go through some steps you can take to protect your health and preserve your right to compensation.

Get Medical Attention

Whether you are treated at a local emergency room or waiting to see your primary care physician, getting medical attention is one of the most important things you can do after an injury. Proper diagnosis and a treatment plan can significantly impact your chances of a full recovery. Your medical records can also serve as key evidence for your personal injury claim.

Call the Police

Police officers from the Haverford Township Police Department will help secure the accident scene so that both you and anyone in the surrounding area are kept safe. They should also write a police report which can be helpful for your case.

Document Your Injury

If possible, take photographs of the accident scene and of your visible injuries. This is time-stamped evidence for your claim. This can also helps establish the impact of these injuries and losses on your life.

Have a Lawyer Present When Talking to Insurance Companies 

After your injury, an insurance adjuster may try to speak to you about the accident. Having your attorney present can ensure that your legal rights are protected during any questioning. 

If you are unable to have your lawyer present, try to avoid apologizing or taking blame for the accident, as your words may be used against you. Answer questions directly and say you don’t remember if you are unsure of anything.

Pennsylvania’s Statute of Limitations Is Important in Haverford Claims

One of the key laws to understand when pursuing a personal injury claim is the statute of limitations and how it affects your case. Under 42 Pa. C.S.A. § 5524(2), victims generally have two years to pursue a wrongful death or personal injury lawsuit in Pennsylvania.

Typically, this countdown begins on the day of the accident. However, there are exceptions, and an attorney can discuss the expected timeline in more detail when reviewing the facts of a case. 

Injury victims who do not file their suits within the deadline could miss the chance of recovering compensation. This means it’s important to start on your case as soon as possible. Contact Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, today to get started right away.

Affording a Personal Injury Lawyer in Haverford

When dealing with medical bills and other financial losses, you may be worried about taking on any additional costs. At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, we want injury victims to be able to access legal representation no matter their financial circumstances. Our lawyers work on a contingency fee basis.

Under this fee system, you pay no upfront costs. Instead, you only pay us if we recover compensation. At the point you receive a settlement, our fee is taken as a percentage of your compensation.

Contact Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC Today

After an injury, it’s important to focus on your recovery. You may have a changed future ahead of you, but that doesn’t mean you can’t regain control of your life. Our lawyers are here to seek the fair compensation you need to pay off medical bills, account for your losses, and help you on your path toward healing.

When you hire Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, you are gaining a dedicated advocate. Our legal team is here to support you throughout your case. Contact us today for a free initial consultation. 

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