Business Details
Trusted Pittsburgh Personal Injury Attorneys
Friday & Cox is a dedicated personal injury and workers' compensation law firm serving clients throughout western Pennsylvania. With offices in Pittsburgh and Erie, our attorneys specialize in representing individuals who have suffered catastrophic injuries due to negligence, medical malpractice, defective products, and workplace accidents. Our team brings over a century of combined legal experience, focusing on securing fair compensation for clients through settlements or litigation when necessary. We prioritize client care, offering 24/7 case evaluation and personalized guidance through every stage of the legal process. Our proven track record includes multi-million-dollar verdicts in complex cases involving industrial injuries, medical errors, and motor vehicle accidents.We handle all communication with insurers, medical professionals, and investigators to reduce client stress during recovery. Committed to treating clients like family, we emphasize transparency, compassion, and unwavering advocacy in every case. Our attorneys are trial-tested with extensive experience in Pennsylvania's legal system, ensuring clients receive expert representation. We offer free initial consultations to assess case viability and develop strategic legal approaches tailored to individual circumstances. This client-first philosophy has earned consistent recognition from satisfied clients and industry peers, including Super Lawyers designations for multiple attorneys.
Services
Personal Injury
Medical Malpractice
Workers' Compensation
Product Liability
Catastrophic Injuries
Car Accidents
Wrongful Death
Industrial Injuries
Premise Liability
Truck Accidents
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 case evaluation and immediate response to client inquiries
- Our attorneys have secured over $30 million in verdicts and settlements
- Trial-tested lawyers with extensive experience in Pennsylvania courts
- Client-first approach with personalized case management from start to finish
- Proven success in complex cases involving catastrophic injuries and medical errors
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
What people say
Wonderful
Forever grateful
Great lawyers
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Compassion and professionalism
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured through no fault of their own, including car accidents, slip-and-falls, and construction site injuries. Our attorneys negotiate with insurers to recover medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With decades of experience, we prepare every case for trial to maximize client compensation.
Medical Malpractice
Our team handles cases involving surgical errors, misdiagnosis, and medication mistakes. We work with medical experts to prove negligence and secure funds for ongoing treatment and lost income. This complex specialty requires experienced legal representation to challenge healthcare providers effectively.
Workers' Compensation
We help injured workers navigate Pennsylvania's workers' comp system to obtain rightful benefits. Our services include appeals for denied claims and representation in hearings. We ensure clients receive proper medical care and wage replacement during recovery from job-related injuries.
Product Liability
Our firm pursues manufacturers for injuries caused by faulty vehicles, medications, and equipment. We investigate product defects and hold corporations accountable for consumer harm. This practice area requires proving design flaws, manufacturing defects, or inadequate warnings to secure compensation.
Catastrophic Injuries
We specialize in cases involving spinal cord damage, brain trauma, and paralysis requiring lifelong care. Our attorneys calculate future medical costs and lost earning capacity to demand appropriate settlements. These complex cases demand experienced legal advocacy to ensure adequate financial support for victims.
People
Pete Friday
Attorney
Experienced personal injury lawyer with decades of trial experience in Pennsylvania courts, focusing on catastrophic injury cases and workers' compensation claims.
Brian Cox
Attorney
Skilled litigator specializing in medical malpractice and product liability cases, with a track record of successful verdicts in complex injury claims.
Paul G. Mayer, Jr.
Attorney
Dedicated personal injury advocate with extensive experience in car accident and premises liability cases, known for compassionate client representation.
Nelson Gaugler
Attorney
Trial-tested lawyer handling catastrophic injury cases, including industrial accidents and wrongful death claims across western Pennsylvania.
Terry L M Bashline
Attorney
Experienced legal professional focusing on workers' compensation and medical malpractice cases, committed to advocating for injured clients' rights.
Questions
Do I need a lawyer for my injury case?
While not required, legal representation significantly improves compensation outcomes. Our attorneys handle complex negotiations and litigation to maximize your recovery.
How much does a personal injury lawyer cost?
We work on contingency fees - you pay nothing unless we win your case. Fees are a percentage of recovered compensation.
What if my workers' comp claim was denied?
We help appeal denied claims and represent clients at hearings to secure rightful benefits for work-related injuries and illnesses.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Pennsylvania's statute of limitations is generally two years from injury date. Contact us promptly to preserve evidence and meet deadlines.
What constitutes medical malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when healthcare providers deviate from accepted standards of care, causing preventable harm through errors or negligence.
Can I sue for a defective product?
Manufacturers are liable for injuries caused by defective products. We investigate design flaws, manufacturing defects, and inadequate safety warnings.