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For decades, the Erie personal injury attorneys at Melaragno, Placidi & Parini have been serving their communities, representing individuals and families who have been injured or lost loved ones as a result of carelessness or negligence. We have over 70 years of combined legal experience in representing accident victims in automobile accidents, trucking and motorcycle accidents, premises liability cases, traumatic brain injury cases, dog bites and all personal injury matters.

Mr. Parini has been a consummate professional.

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Why choose us?

0 Cost up front

You will receive a free consultation with an attorney at our firm.

We do not farm cases out to other firms. You will always receive personalized attention from an experienced attorney when you work with us.

70 Years

Our attorneys are highly experienced.

Our attorneys have decades of experience dealing with insurance companies, and we know how to beat them. We have direct experience in maximizing your recovery.

99 Percent

We have a 99 percent success rate in personal injury matters.

When we take a case, we expect to be able to achieve a successful outcome. If you or a loved one has been injured, we can help you get the compensation you deserve.

10 Out of 10

We are respected by peers and industry leaders.

The lawyers have been selected by Super Lawyers on several occasions and are rated as 10 out of 10 by AVVO, an independent lawyer rating service.

Case successes

You can be confident in our ability to handle your case and produce maximum results.

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For man injured by falling pipe

$850

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For plow driver struck by truck

$565

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For passenger injured in truck accident

Being seriously injured for any reason is devastating. You may have many questions for which you do not have answers.

Your questions answered:

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How will I pay for my medical bills? Not only do I have to deal with the pain and suffering associated with my injury, but I also must worry about medical treatment.

What can I do about the money I am not able to earn at work? How will I pay bills, buy food and take care of my family? Can I be compensated?

Who is going to pay for the property damage to my car? How will I perform my necessary activities, like work and getting food and other supplies?

What is the best way to deal with insurance companies? Do I need to talk to them myself, and how much about the accident should I reveal?

Can the negligent person be held responsible for all the damage that was caused? What types of things can the negligent parties be held accountable for?

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Your questions deserve honest and complete answers. That is why you need an experienced personal injury attorney to provide guidance and get you fair and just compensation.

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Let a personal injury lawyer take on the hassle so you can recover.
We have a reputation with the insurance companies of being fighters and winners.

In successfully litigating hundreds of personal injury cases in Erie County, Crawford County and Warren County, the attorneys at Melaragno, Placidi & Parini have the knowledge, skills and perseverance needed to succeed in personal injury cases. With experience negotiating settlements and fighting in trials, the attorneys at Melaragno, Placidi & Parini have the know how, drive and experience to support you and your family through this difficult time.

Here is what we will do:

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Answer all questions

We will spend as much time as necessary with you and your family and make sure all your questions are answered in a compassionate way.

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Collect evidence

We will collect and maintain any evidence of negligence of the defendant including photographs.

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Contact witnesses

We will locate witnesses quickly and get recorded statements, so the information provided is as accurate as possible and no one forgets important facts.

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Develop a plan

We will develop a plan of action to make sure that you receive the maximum compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and damages.

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Reconstruct the accident

We will hire needed accident reconstruction experts to help prove the defendant was negligent.

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Handle insurance companies

We will deal with the insurance companies and their lawyers and obtain medical records and reports from medical experts, if necessary.

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Communicate

We will contact the negligent person or company and obtain insurance information.

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Get compensation

We negotiate strongly with insurance companies for a fair settlement. If the case does not settle, we will take the case to trial and fight for your rights.

Top rated injury lawyers

The lawyers at Melaragno, Placidi & Parini have been selected as a Top 10 Attorney for Client Satisfaction by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys This is an honor awarded to attorneys demonstrating exceptional and outstanding client service. The lawyers have been selected by Super Lawyers on several occasions and are rated as 10 out of 10 by AVVO, an independent lawyer rating service.

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Melaragno, Placidi & Parini

We provide highly effective legal counsel geared toward securing real results for our clients.

The lawyers at Melaragno, Placidi & Parini have extensive trial experience having tried over 150 jury trials as lead counsel. One of the attorneys has worked for the insurance companies and knows how they investigate, review, evaluate and try to reduce your recovery. They have direct experience in maximizing your recovery.

The attorneys at Melaragno, Placidi & Parini have extensive experience handling multipe types of personal injury cases. Every case is different, as every injury is different. We have decades of combined experience in cases involving car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, slip & fall accidents, wrongful death claims and dog bite injuries.

With more than 70 years of collective legal experience and an exceptional history of success, you can be confident in our ability to handle your case and produce maximum results.

Free Consultation

There is no downside to contacting us. If you have questions, we have answers. And it won’t cost you a thing to get your questions answered. The initial consultation is free. We will take as long as necessary to determine whether you have the right to file a lawsuit to compensate you for your injuries.

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Practice Areas

Car Accidents

Dealing with insurance companies after you have been seriously injured in an automobile accident can be stressful. Our aggressive team of lawyers helps tip the playing field, giving you an advantage.

Car Accidents

Driving always presents risks. In 2017, there were over 128,000 traffic accidents in Pennsylvania, which injured 80,612 people. In total, 2,619 of those crashed occured in Erie County. It does not matter how safely and defensive you drive, there is always the chance that you will be injured in a car crash caused by someone else’s negligent or reckless driving. These auto accidents can happen within a blink of an eye and change your life forever.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation estimates the economic impact of all crashes, injuries and fatalities topped $18 billion in 2017. That adds up to an economic loss of $1,414 for every individual in Pennsylvania.

You do not want to be on the losing end of this statistic. You should be compensated for your injuries.

Dealing with insurance companies after you have been seriously injured in an automobile accident can be confusing and stressful. You cannot trust that the insurance adjuster has your best interests in mind; insurance companies are trying to pay you as little as possible to protect their bottom lines. They have an army of adjusters, investigators and lawyers on their side making things difficult for you. Our aggressive team of lawyers helps tip the playing field, giving you an advantage in your car accident case.

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Truck Accidents

Because these types of accidents are more complicated, it the best practice to hire an experienced Pennsylvania truck crash lawyer to fight for your rights and to get the compensation that you deserve.

Truck Accidents

At any given time, there are thousands of semi-trucks on the roads of Western Pennsylvania. Because of this, hundreds of automobile crashes each year are caused by the negligence of 18-wheeler drivers. A commercial truck can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds, and the damage caused by these vehicles is can be catastrophic. Semi-truck crashes cause severe damage and are more likely to involve multiple vehicles, given their size and weight. Because these crashes can be violent, many types of serious injuries can result, including brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations of limbs, burns and death.

You should be compensated for your injuries.

Because these types of accidents are more complicated, it the best practice to hire an experienced Pennsylvania truck crash lawyer to fight for your rights and to get the compensation that you deserve. Truck drivers and trucking companies, with their insurance companies, will have a team of attorneys, adjuster and investigators on their side fighting against your claim. Make sure you have a team on your side that has handled hundreds of truck accident cases.

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Motorcycle Accidents

A motorcycle is the deadliest type of road vehicle to use for travel. Motorcycle accidents are more likely to be deadly than accidents involving only passenger cars.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle accidents are common in Western Pennsylvania. Over the last 30 years, riding a motorcycle has become a fun pastime for thousands of Pennsylvanians. With the proliferation of motorcycle clubs, there are more and more bikes on the roads of Pennsylvania every year. Every year there are over 3,000 motorcycle related injuries in Pennsylvania. In 2016, 172 motorcycle riders and 18 motorcycle passengers were killed in a motorcycle crash. Common causes of motorcycle accidents include no being seen, distracted drivers and road defects.

Motorcycle accidents are more likely to be deadly than accidents involving only passenger cars. Motorcycles provide no protection from impact and motorcycle riders routinely are thrown from their bikes in a crash. It is usually the motorcycle rider who is killed in an accident or who suffers serious and life-changing injuries.

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident at the hands of someone else’s negligence, the lawyers at Melaragno, Placidi & Parini will help you get the fair compensation you deserve.

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Wrongful Death

There is nothing more devastating than the wrongful death of a loved one. When someone's death is caused by the neglect act of another, arelative or representative may receive damages from the responsible party.

Wrongful Death

There is nothing more devastating than the wrongful death of a loved one. When someone's death is caused by the neglect act of another, arelative or representative may receive damages from the responsible party. The lawsuit may be filed on behalf of multiple people, if they are beneficiaries under Pennsylvania law.

You may file a wrongful death claim on behalf of your loved one's state if you are a spose, child, or step-child.

A parent or siblig may be able to sue for wrongful death, if they were dependent on the person who died for support. In a wrongful death cleam you can sue for medical and funeral expenses and money you would have received during your loved ones life from their work. Children may receive compensation for a loss of parenting services, like guidance and moral upbringing.

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Slip & Fall Accidents

In Pennsylvania, property owners, especially businesses, are required by law to maintain a safe premise for the people that enter on their property.

Slip and Fall Accidents

In Pennsylvania, property owners, especially businesses, are required by law to maintain a safe premise for the people that enter on their property. For example, if a grocery store doesn’t clean up something that was spilled on the floor and someone slips and falls as a result, the grocery store should be liable for the customer’s injuries.

If a business fails to clear snow and ice on the sidewalks and someone slips and falls, then that business is responsible for medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering stemming from those injuries.

Slip and fall accidents are complicated cases to litigate. But the lawyers at Melaragno, Placidi & Parini have litigated successfully many such cases.

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Criminal Defense

When you are facing a criminal charge, no matter the severity, your freedom is on the line. You cannot afford to waste time; protect your job, protect your freedom, retain an experienced Erie, Pennsylvania criminal defense. lawyer.

Having an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side can make all the difference when pursing justice for yourself and your family.

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Getting Results

Get better results with a personal injury lawyer. Studies show that people who hire an attorney are more likely to receive compensation. When damages are awarded, people with a lawyer receive higher payouts than those who do not.

A study titled Paying for Auto Injuries, performed by the Insurance Research Council (IRC), found that people on average received a 40 percent higher settlement in car accident cases when represented by an attorney. In all cases, insurance payouts to injured people are 3.5 times higher for those who have an attorney. Let us handle the hassle and deal with the insurance companies while you get better.

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Settlements for auto accidents are 40 percent higher with an attorney.

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Insurance payouts to injury victims are 3.5 times higher with an attorney.

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Melaragno, Placidi & Parini is conveniently located in downtown Erie, Pennsylvania. Our attorneys represent clients in matters throughout many jurisdictions of Western Pennsylvania.

What should you do if you are involved in a car accident?

Annually, U.S. drivers are involved in over six million accidents. One in three of those crashes involve personal injuries to the driver and/or passengers and two of every 10 collisions are fatal. Here’s what you need to do if you are ia car accident:

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Stay at the scene

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Remain at the scene no matter how bad the accident may have been and protect the area with flashing vehicle lights, flares or even a flashlight. If possible, move all people safely off the road.

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Check for Injuries

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Conduct a visual check for injuries, but do not move injured passengers. If you are injured, try to restrict your movement as much as possible, as this can worsen your injuries.

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Call the Police

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Those involved in a motor vehicle collision should call the police and report the accident. The responding police officer will generate a police report and take down some basic facts about the accident. This information can be helpful in a case.

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Do not admit fault

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Admitting responsibility for an accident does nothing but reduce your chances of being able to recover for your injuries because the other party can use your statements against you in a subsequent case.

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Protect the scene

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Allow the responding police officers to handle the scene. You put yourself at risk by being on the highway and make it harder for police officers to determine what occurred in the moments leading up to the accident.

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Create a Record

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Document what happened by obtaining identifying information from the other drivers as well as from any witnesses. If you have a camera, take pictures of the accident before anything changes.

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Follow up with an Attorney

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Once the initial stress of the crash has worn down, be sure to reach out to an experienced Erie personal injury lawyer to discuss your rights and how you can pursue a claim for compensation.