Injured on the Job by a Third Party? You May Have a Lawsuit
You were just doing your job. Maybe you were framing walls, running electrical, operating equipment, or moving materials when someone else’s negligence changed your life in an instant. A subcontractor left an unguarded opening you fell through. Another company’s equipment malfunctioned and crushed your hand. A property owner’s unsafe conditions caused scaffolding to collapse. Now […]
Holding a Nursing Home Accountable for Repeated Falls
The call comes in the middle of the night. Your mother fell again. This is the third time in two months. The nursing home staff says she “lost her balance” or “forgot to use her walker.” They assure you she’s fine, just a little bruised. But you’ve heard these explanations before, and you’re terrified. What […]
Filing a Lawsuit for Medical Misdiagnosis in Philadelphia
You trusted your doctor with your health and maybe even your life. You described your symptoms honestly, answered every question, and followed their advice. Then everything went terribly wrong. Maybe you were told your chest pain was anxiety when it was actually a heart condition. Maybe a radiologist missed the cancer on your scan. Maybe […]
Ostroff Godshall Adds Trial Attorney Ben Smith
Blue Bell, Pa. (January 21, 2026) Ostroff Godshall Injury and Accident Lawyers today announced that Ben Smith, Esq., has joined the firm as a trial attorney, strengthening its capacity to handle complex personal injury and medical malpractice matters across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Smith represents individuals in serious injury cases, including motor vehicle and trucking […]
Can I Sue If I Was Injured as a Passenger in a Pennsylvania Rideshare Accident?
You did everything right. You called an Uber or Lyft instead of driving yourself. You buckled your seatbelt, settled into the back seat, and trusted someone else to get you safely to your destination. Then, in a split second, everything changed. Maybe another driver ran a red light. Maybe your rideshare driver was speeding or […]
What If There Were No Witnesses to My Slip and Fall Injury?
Without a witness, slip-and-fall cases often lack a key piece of evidence. However, that doesn’t mean injured individuals can’t seek justice. Pursuing financial compensation after a slip and fall injury is still possible. Learn more about navigating a personal injury case despite a lack of witnesses. You could still have a valid slip and fall […]
How Negligent Security Can Cause Personal Injuries
Many attorneys handle cases where negligent security led to injuries. What does this mean, and what are some potential outcomes for victims? Below, our team at Ostroff Godshall Injury and Accident Lawyers explains the complexity of these premises liability claims. What Constitutes Inadequate Security? Inadequate or negligent security refers to the failure to implement reasonable […]
