Since 1999, the Slusser Law Firm has been helping people across Northeastern Pennsylvania resolve a wide variety of legal problems. Backed by nearly 140 years of combined experience, their attorneys have a comprehensive understanding of their areas of focus. They can proficiently guide you through the legal proceedings as they ensure your rights and best interests are well-represented. Whether you are facing criminal charges, have been injured by a negligent party, are considering filing for bankruptcy, or have any other legal needs, they can handle it. As your representative, they will tenaciously fight for the results you need and deserve. The Slusser Law Firm genuinely cares about their clients, and they will be by your side every step of the way. To learn more about their caring and capable attorneys, reach out to them today and set up a free initial consultation. You can count on them for your needs.
Since 1999, Slusser Law Firm has been providing clients with exceptional representation. The attorneys at our firm are committed to working one-on-one with each client and guiding them through the complex criminal defense process. We are the name you know and trust.
DUI/DWI
Being arrested, charged, or accused of a crime can be a terrifying experience. In the moment, you may forget your rights—especially your right to consult with an attorney. At Slusser Law Firm, our Luzerne County criminal defense attorneys have extensive experience dealing with many criminal cases, including DUIs and assaults. If you or a loved one needs legal representation in a criminal case, call Slusser Law Firm We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and one of our lawyers will call you back in less than hour.
Wrongful Death
Our wrongful death attorneys in Luzerne County provide caring and capable legal representation to families throughout Eastern Pennsylvania. As your representative, we will fight for the full and fair compensation you are owed.
Traffic Violations
The other driver did not exercise the caution they should have (whether by driving while distracted, driving recklessly, driving while intoxicated or on drugs, speeding, etc.)
Sex Crimes
Robbery
Burglary
Theft
Misdemeanors
Assault
Probation Violation
Shoplifting
Hit and Run
Create a Record: Filing a police report begins a paper trail documenting a car crash. Having a police officer on the scene creates an unbiased statement regarding the damage and the physical state of those involved in the accident. It’s better to file a report sooner than later. Although you have five days to file a report, Pennsylvania law requires drivers to help anyone injured in a crash. Failure to do so could result in a criminal hit-and-run charge, even if you were not at fault for the crash. It’s safer to file a report from the scene.
Before entering into a contract, you want to make sure your rights are being protected and you are not being unnecessarily exposed to liability. The Luzerne County business and corporate law attorneys at Slusser Law Firm can work with your firm to draft, review, and negotiate legal documents related to your business activities.
Business Disputes
Contact Slusser Law Firm to speak directly to one of our lawyers any time, day or night. If we don’t answer, we will get back to you in one hour or less. That’s our promise to you. Our attorneys are ready to listen and help you. For years, our clients have also trusted us to handle all of their serious legal matters, including personal injury claims, wills and estate work, disability and Social Security claims, workers’ compensation, real estate transactions, and business law.
If you have been injured at work, you need a workers' compensation lawyer who will fight for your rights. Slusser Law Firm fights for the rights of injured workers throughout Eastern Pennsylvania. You can trust our attorneys to work closely with you as we guide you through the complex legal process surrounding workers’ comp claims.
Wrongful Termination
In addition, he represents individuals injured in automobile accidents, products liability claims, and premises liability claims. He also handles professional negligence claims, helping employees who are victims of sexual assault, discrimination, and wrongful discharge.
Employment Litigation
Following graduation from law school, Attorney Rockman pursued a career in litigation, first with a private local law firm. Attorney Rockman then joined a Philadelphia, Pa. based private law firm where he specialized in complex litigation involving antitrust, products liability and banking issues. Attorney Rockman then returned to Northeast Pennsylvania in the late 1990’s and continued his law practice as a sole practitioner, dealing with a variety of areas of the law, including legal malpractice, employment litigation, collection law and commercial litigation. Attorney Rockman also possesses extensive private business experience, having owned and operated a bakery equipment/restaurant supply business for more than 25 years.
John Lucas is a member of Slusser Law Firm in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. Since entering private practice in 1988, he has concentrated on personal injury claims, complex real estate litigation, commercial disputes, insurance litigation discrimination claims, and the defense of products liability and premise liability claims. He has represented clients in federal courts and state courts throughout Pennsylvania. Attorney Lucas has represented insurance companies and self-insured corporations in products liability, premises liability, and other commercial litigation disputes.
Premises Liability
Every year, thousands of people are injured in slip and fall accidents. The Luzerne County slip and fall lawyers at Slusser Law Firm have handled numerous premises liability cases with skill and compassion for our injured clients. You can rely on us to effectively fight for the full and fair compensation you are owed. We handle cases across Eastern Pennsylvania.
Real Estate Transactions
The majority of real estate agents are versed in the ins and outs of real estate transactions, but most of them are not attorneys. They may not be aware of all of the potential legal issues that may arise from the terms and conditions of a real estate transaction.
Eminent Domain
Easement
Land Use and Zoning
Property Damage
Being involved in a car accident can be overwhelming and stressful, particularly when you are left injured or with property damage. In such cases, it is important to consider the services of a car accident lawyer to protect your rights.
As the go-to personal injury firm for accident victims in Luzerne, Schuylkill, and Carbon counties, Slusser Law Firm understands the lasting toll that serious injuries have on your health and ability to work to support your family.
Medical Malpractice
Auto Accidents
Social Security Disability
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits is complicated and sometimes discouraging. Most people do not fully understand how SSDI and SSI can help them or if they qualify.
Dog Bites
Pennsylvania has a few laws that apply to dog bites, including the dangerous dog law and leash law. According to the dangerous dog law, if a dog owner knows the dog is prone to biting, the owner may be held civilly and criminally responsible when the dog bites another person. A landlord can also be held responsible if the landlord knows that a tenant owns a dangerous dog.
At the end of your loved one’s life, you may be called upon to navigate the estate administration process. Estate administration is the process of distributing the deceased’s possessions, managing their estate, and paying any debts or taxes that are owed. Having an estate administration attorney on your side during this daunting process can ease your burden and ensure that your loved one’s estate is protected and managed properly.
Wills
Wills, trusts, and living wills are important estate planning tools that every person should take advantage of. Do-it-yourself kits might seem easy, but they may not fully comply with Pennsylvania law. The attorneys at Slusser Law Firm have extensive knowledge regarding wills, estate planning, and estate administration.
Trusts
There are many reasons to retain an attorney from Slusser Law Firm during a real estate transaction. A qualified attorney can protect you from costly mistakes that could lead to litigation or other expensive legal action. The assistance of an experienced attorney may also help keep your property out of probate court through the creation of a living trust, allowing your property to pass onto your intended heirs.
Power of Attorney
For situations where you are incapacitated and not able to speak for yourself but your health is not so dire that your living will becomes effective, a healthcare power of attorney or healthcare proxy is particularly useful. This is a legal document that gives someone else the authority to make healthcare decisions for you in the event you are incapacitated.
Chapter 7: When your debt is overwhelming and your income is likely not enough to make a significant difference in repaying it, you might benefit most from using Chapter 7 bankruptcy or liquidation bankruptcy. Chapter 7 bankruptcy can discharge large amounts of unsecured debt all at once, but it can also make a noticeable impact on your credit score. You might also risk some of your assets to repossession if you do not qualify for all of Pennsylvania’s bankruptcy exemptions.