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James H. Bonner,
Esquire, P.C.

DEFENDING
THE ACCUSED
& HELPING
THE INJURED

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CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER IN DELAWARE COUNTY

Facing criminal charges is an overwhelming prospect, even when you’re familiar with the process. If you’re facing these issues for the first time, you might find yourself especially lost.

PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER IN DELAWARE COUNTY

A serious injury can change your life in an instant. When that injury occurs because someone else was negligent, you may be entitled to compensation.

PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER IN DELAWARE COUNTY

A serious injury can change your life in an instant. When that injury occurs because someone else was negligent, you may be entitled to compensation.

Philadelphia Personal Injury Attorney

Helping Injury Victims In and Around Philadelphia Rebuild

A serious injury can change your life in an instant. When that injury occurs because someone else was negligent, you may be entitled to compensation. A personal injury settlement or award of damages at trial can provide the support and security you and your family need after an injury-related setback. However, the average person doesn’t have the knowledge and experience necessary to successfully navigate a personal injury claim. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you!

When you retain us to handle your personal injury claim, we’ll put our experience to work for you while you rest, recover, and rebuild.

Don’t Face the Criminal Justice System Alone

If you’ve been charged with a crime, you undoubtedly know that your freedom may be at stake. But, many criminal defendants aren’t aware of the wide range of other potential consequences of a criminal conviction.

If you’re facing misdemeanor or felony charges, you can’t afford to gamble on the outcome. Give yourself the benefit of a skilled, dedicated advocate at every stage of the process, from gathering evidence and building a case through negotiation of a favorable plea agreement or trying your case before a jury.

About Pennsylvania Personal Injury Claims

In Pennsylvania, you may generally pursue compensation from a person or entity (such as a business) if:

This may sound technical and complicated in the abstract, so here’s an example:

The owner or operator of a retail business has a legal obligation to maintain the premises in reasonably safe condition for customers. If grocery store employees mop the floor and leave it wet and slick, with no warning signs, while customers are coming and going from the store, the store has likely failed in its duty. If a customer slips on the floor, that’s an injury sustained as the result of the store’s failure to maintain the premises in safe condition. The injured shopper’s medical bills and lost wages are examples of actual damages.

You may be entitled to damages even if you were partially responsible for your own injury. For instance, in the example above, the injured shopper might still be entitled to compensation if he had been running in the aisle, or had been looking down at his phone when he stepped onto the slick surface.

The Pennsylvania Personal Injury Timeline

The statute of limitations for most personal injury, wrongful death, and similar cases in Pennsylvania is two years. That means that the injured party or surviving family has two years from the date of the incident to file a lawsuit. Missing this filing deadline is typically fatal to the claim, meaning that the victim can no longer pursue compensation from the responsible party.

While it’s critical to know and comply with the statute of limitations in an injury case, the two-year cut-off isn’t the only timing issue. For example:

Certain types of claims, such as claims against certain governmental entities, may have much shorter notice periods
However, if you have sustained an injury – especially a serious injury, such as a broken bone or extensive medical treatment costing thousands of dollars – contacting and talking to an attorney may be very beneficial for you.
If you had to miss work due to a police report or other documentation appearing incorrect, or if there’s a disagreement over who is to blame, it might be worth hiring an attorney.
After an accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries, medical bills, and property damage. An auto accident attorney can help you navigate the claims process and ensure that you receive the maximum amount of compensation possible.

In addition, settling or litigating a personal injury claim may take months, or even years. The sooner you retain an experienced local personal injury attorney, the sooner your attorney can begin collecting evidence and moving the case forward.

There are also a great many case-related deadlines after your personal injury lawsuit is filed: deadlines for discovery requests, exhibit lists, witness lists, pre-trial motions, and more. Once you retain us to handle your personal injury case, we’ll take charge of managing those deadlines and filings—you won’t have to worry about technical procedural rules jeopardizing your claim.

Damages In Personal Injury Cases

The compensation available in a personal injury case depends on a wide variety of factors, including:

The degree of fault attributable to each party
The nature and extent of the injury
Whether physical impairment is temporary or permanent
The age of the injured party
The earning capacity of the injured party prior to and after the injury
The likelihood that future or ongoing medical care will be required

Because there are so many variables, including human variables such as the judge assigned to the case and the jury selected, no attorney can tell you exactly what you can expect in terms of compensation, nor guarantee you a particular outcome. However, an experienced personal injury attorney can account for the known factors and offer an educated opinion as to the likely range of possible compensation.

How To File A Vehicle Accident Report In Pennsylvania

Here is how to file a Pennsylvania car crash report:

Acquire a copy of the state sanctioned accident report: Form AA-600
Name the city and road name/number where the accident happened
List the names of everyone involved in the accident
Add the license plate number and the insurance information for each driver
Include a rough sketch that diagrams the position and movement of each car involved in the crash
Present a short summation of what occurred, including a description of the weather conditions

TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD PROTECTING YOURSELF RIGHT NOW BY CALLING

610-450-4555

WE SERVE CLIENTS IN DELAWARE COUNTY, CHESTER COUNTY AND THROUGHOUT PENNSYLVANIA INCLUDING:

Ardmore,

Avondale,

Berwyn,

Boothwyn,

Bortondale,

Broomall,

Caln,

Chatham,

Chester Springs,

Cheyney,

Coatesville,

Concord,

Crum

Lynne,

Devon,

Downington,

Drexel Hill,

Eagle,

Elverson,

Elwyn,

Exton,

Folsom,

Garden City,

Garnet Valley,

Garrett Hill,

Glen Mills,

Gradyville,

Haverford,

Havertown,

Holmes,

Honey Brook,

Kenilworth,

Kennett Square,

Lenni, Lima,

Linwood,

Lionville-Marchwood,

Malvern,

Modena,

Moylan,

Oxford,

Paoli,

Parkesburg,

Phoenixville,

Pomeroy,

Radnor,

Riddlewood,

Rosemont,

Rose Tree,

Secane,

South Coatesville,

South Pottstown,

Spring City,

St. Davids,

Strafford,

Thorndale,

Toughkenamon,

Villanova,

Wallingford,

Warwick,

Waw, Wayne,

West Chester,

West Grove,

Westwood,

Woodlyn

and the surrounding towns, areas and counties.

JAMES H

BONNER

Attorney James H. Bonner is a former Delaware County Assistant District Attorney.

He has a thorough knowledge of criminal law and local criminal court procedures, understands how the prosecution thinks and pursues cases, and has tried numerous cases before juries. Today, he dedicates his efforts to protecting the rights of criminal defendants, holding the prosecution to its burden of proof, and fighting for the most favorable resolution possible.

FIGHTING FOR FAIR COMPENSATION FOR PERSONAL INJURY VICTIMS

Personal Injury Lawyer Serving Delaware County & Chester County, PA

While a criminal conviction can derail your life, a successful personal injury claim can provide the resources you need to rebuild after a significant injury. A slip and fall, medical malpractice, or another act of negligence by another person can cause serious harm, robbing you of your ability to earn a living and necessitating extensive medical care and rehabilitation.

While you’re focused on recovering and pursuing necessary medical care, your financial situation may be spiraling out of control. Often, after a serious personal injury, medical bills mount rapidly. Those growing bills, combined with lost wages while you’re recuperating, threatens many families’ stability.

Fortunately, Pennsylvania law provides for compensation for people injured by someone else’s negligence. In a personal injury suit, you may recover damages such as:

Manage dates and deadlines to ensure that valuable opportunities for your defense aren’t lost
Assess the prosecution’s case for weaknesses and use those weaknesses to your advantage
Fight to suppress or otherwise exclude evidence that could hurt your case
Assemble evidence and witnesses on your behalf
Negotiate with the prosecution for a dismissal, reduction in charges, or a favorable plea agreement
Prepare and try your case before a judge or jury

No lawyer can guarantee an outcome in a personal injury case, nor tell you exactly what your personal injury claim is worth. However, a local personal injury attorney like James H. Bonner can listen to your story, consider a variety of relevant factors, and give you a general

Attorney James H. Bonner Can Help You Navigate the Pennsylvania Legal System

Whether you’re facing criminal charges or have been injured and are seeking compensation through the civil court system, the outcome of your case could have a significant, lasting impact on your life. And, you’re not the only one affected—the stress, financial strain and other effects often impact the whole family.

If your family’s security and stability has been threatened by arrest or because you or a family member has been injured, it’s time to fight back. Attorney James H. Bonner can help you every step of the way, from explaining your rights and options to fighting for you in the courtroom.

Take control of your case right now by securing the assistance of a dedicated advocate with extensive trial experience. Call attorney James H. Bonner right now to schedule your free consultation. Just dial 610-450-4555 or fill out the contact form on this site.

Put a Skilled Advocate in Your Corner

Achieving a successful outcome in a personal injury case requires research, careful preparation, knowledge of substantive law and procedural rules, and a willingness and ability to fight for your rights at trial.

Attorney James H. Bonner has extensive trial experience, and is fully prepared to litigate your case if that is the best way to secure the compensation you deserve. Schedule your free consultation right now to learn more about your options. There’s no obligation, and you won’t pay any attorney’s fees unless and until we secure a settlement or verdict at trial on your behalf.

Call 610-450-4555 right now and take the first step toward fighting for the compensation you need to rebuild your life and restore your financial security.