There is a before, and there is an after. Before, you were getting groceries, riding your bike along the Lehigh Canal towpath, taking your mom to a follow-up appointment, or picking your kid up from school.
After there are surgeries and physical therapy, a stack of bills with someone else's name on the paperwork, and a phone that will not stop ringing with adjusters asking for a recorded statement.
At Leeson & Leeson, our Bethlehem personal injury lawyers help families across the Lehigh Valley take back control of what comes next. Our firm has worked from 70 East Broad Street since 1969, and our attorneys bring more than 50 years of combined experience to injury claims in Bethlehem and across Pennsylvania.
When winning is the only option, you deserve a legal team that fights hard, communicates clearly, and treats your case the way we would treat one for our own family. Talk with a Bethlehem personal injury attorney at Leeson & Leeson today.
Call (610) 691-3320 for a free consultation, available 24/7, with no fees unless we win your case.
Why Choose Our Bethlehem Personal Injury Law Firm?
We are the right choice because we treat your case the way we would treat a claim brought by a member of our own family: with honesty, persistence, and a clear plan from day one. Our Bethlehem personal injury law firm has served accident victims across the Lehigh Valley for decades, and we treat every client like a neighbor, because most of them are.
Our team has earned recognition that reflects this commitment, including Top 10 Lawyers of 2025 and membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. We have recovered meaningful results for injured clients, including a $1.85 million wrongful death verdict and significant settlements in motor vehicle and commercial cases.
Here is what sets our representation apart:
- Contingency fee promise. You pay nothing up front and owe no attorney fees unless we secure compensation for you.
- Round-the-clock access. Our team answers calls around the clock because accidents do not wait for business hours.
- Lehigh Valley roots. From Bethlehem to Allentown to Easton, we know the local courts, roads, and community.
- Personalized advocacy. You will work directly with attorneys, not just paralegals or call centers.
When you are ready to take the next step, our personal injury lawyers in Bethlehem are ready to listen. Call (610) 691-3320) for a free consultation.
How Can Our Bethlehem Personal Injury Attorneys Help You?
Our Bethlehem personal injury attorneys handle every part of your case so you can focus on healing. From the first phone call, we investigate the crash, secure evidence, work with medical providers, and push back against insurance carriers that delay or deny valid claims.
We also handle the paperwork, deadlines, and back-and-forth negotiations that confuse many injured people trying to recover on their own. Insurance adjusters know what claims are worth, and so do we. That balance of knowledge keeps your case on equal footing from day one.
When negotiation does not produce a fair offer, we are ready to take your case to trial. As members of the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association, we bring courtroom experience to every claim, and insurance companies know it.
Talk to a Personal Injury Attorney NowContingency Fees As Low as 25%
While most law firms charge 33-45% of a client's settlement or verdict, Leeson & Leeson's Bethlehem personal injury attorneys stand out with a contingency fee as low as 25%. This approach ensures you retain a greater share of your settlement, boosting your financial recovery after deducting legal fees and medical expenses.
With the majority of personal injury and wrongful death cases (80-95%) settling before trial, there's no reason to pay higher fees for less work on personal injury litigation. Our lower contingency fees provide exceptional value for personal injury victims in Bethlehem like you.
No Cost Unless You Win
At Leeson & Leeson, we believe that you shouldn't have to worry about legal fees unless our lawyers secure a win for you. Our “no-fee, unless you win,” policy ensures that you can pursue justice without financial risk. This approach to personal injury law aligns our success with yours, motivating us to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.
Over 50+ Years of Experience
Leeson & Leeson brings over five decades of legal expertise to each personal injury case our lawyers handle. Founded in 1969 by Joseph F. Leeson, Sr., a legal pioneer who later served as president of the Northampton County Bar Association, the firm has a rich history of community involvement and legal excellence.
Today, Joseph F. Leeson, III continues this legacy, ensuring clients receive knowledgeable and dedicated representation backed by a tradition of integrity and success.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Bethlehem
Our team represents people hurt in nearly every kind of preventable incident across the Lehigh Valley. The practice areas below are each handled with the same level of attention and aggressive advocacy that has defined our firm for decades.
Car Accidents
Crashes along Route 22, I-78, and Bethlehem's busy downtown streets cause serious injuries every year. Our attorneys investigate fault, work with accident reconstruction professionals when needed, and pursue full compensation under Pennsylvania's tort system.
Truck and Semi-Truck Accidents
Commercial truck crashes often involve multiple liable parties, including drivers, trucking companies, and cargo loaders. We move quickly to preserve black box data and driver logs required under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules.
Motorcycle Accidents
Riders are often blamed unfairly after a crash. Our team builds a clear record of what actually happened, holding negligent drivers accountable for cutting off, tailgating, or failing to yield to motorcyclists in the Lehigh Valley.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
When a person hit by a vehicle is on foot or on a bike, the injuries are often severe. We represent walkers, joggers, and cyclists injured on Bethlehem streets, around SteelStacks, and across the broader Lehigh Valley.
Premises Liability, Including Slip and Fall and Dog Bites
Property owners owe a duty of care to people lawfully on their property. When that duty is ignored, we pursue claims against landlords, store owners, and other responsible parties.
Product Liability
Defective products injure people across Pennsylvania every year. We hold manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable when a faulty design or manufacturing flaw causes harm.
Medical Malpractice
Pennsylvania law requires a Certificate of Merit before filing a malpractice claim. Our attorneys work with qualified medical reviewers to confirm where care fell short and pursue compensation for the harm caused.
Sexual Abuse
We represent survivors of sexual abuse with discretion, compassion, and resolve. Survivors deserve respect at every step, and we treat each case with the seriousness it requires.
Nursing Home Abuse and Wrongful Death
When neglect or abuse harms a loved one, families deserve answers. Our team pursues claims under Pennsylvania's wrongful death statute, 42 Pa.C.S. § 8301, which can include loss of companionship, support, and the cost of medical and final expenses.
No matter the type of case, our promise is the same. Call (610) 691-3320 for a free consultation with a Bethlehem injury attorney today.
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Pennsylvania Injury?
Pennsylvania law allows injured people to seek both economic and non-economic damages after another party's negligence causes harm. Economic damages cover the financial losses you can point to on paper, like bills, receipts, and pay stubs.
Non-economic damages cover the human costs of an injury, which often last far longer than the medical care itself. These include physical pain, emotional suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and the strain an injury places on family relationships.
Common categories of compensation we pursue include past and future medical care, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, property damage, pain and suffering, and the cost of long-term rehabilitation. In wrongful death claims, surviving family members may also recover for loss of companionship and support.
The value of your claim depends on the severity of your injuries, the strength of the evidence, and the insurance coverage available. Our Bethlehem personal injury lawyers review each of these factors carefully, so you know what to expect from the start.
Pennsylvania Personal Injury Laws You Should Know
Pennsylvania has several laws that shape how an injury claim moves forward, and missing or misunderstanding one of them can cost you your case. Here are the rules our clients ask about most often.
Pennsylvania Statute of Limitations
Under 42 Pa.C.S. § 5524, most personal injury and wrongful death claims must be filed within two years of the injury or loss. Missing that two-year window almost always means losing the right to seek compensation, no matter how strong the case may be.
Modified Comparative Negligence
Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You can still recover damages if you share some fault for a crash, as long as your share is less than 51%. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault, which is why fault disputes matter so much in injury cases.
Limited Tort vs. Full Tort
Pennsylvania drivers choose between limited tort and full tort coverage when they purchase auto insurance. Limited tort restricts the ability to recover for pain and suffering except in serious injury cases. Full tort preserves the full right to seek non-economic damages.
Certificate of Merit for Medical Malpractice
Pennsylvania requires a Certificate of Merit signed by a qualified medical professional before a malpractice case can move forward. This rule is meant to filter out claims without medical support. Our team coordinates the review and filing of this document, so your case stays on track.
Understanding these rules is the difference between a strong claim and a missed opportunity. Our Bethlehem personal injury attorneys walk you through each rule that applies to your situation during your free consultation.
How Our Bethlehem Personal Injury Lawyers Build Your Case
We treat every claim as if it could go to trial, because that mindset produces stronger settlements and better verdicts. From the first call, our team begins gathering the evidence and documentation that supports your claim.
That work usually starts with the police report, photographs, witness statements, and any available video footage. For truck cases, we send preservation letters to protect black box data and driver logs. For premises liability claims, we move quickly before video systems overwrite themselves.
Medical documentation is just as important as crash evidence. We work with your providers to confirm the cause of your injuries, the treatment plan, and the long-term outlook. When future care will be needed, we may bring in life-care planners and vocational professionals to project those costs.
Throughout the case, we keep you informed and involved. You will know what we are doing, why we are doing it, and what we recommend at each decision point. That partnership is the heart of how we work, and it is one of the reasons our clients refer their friends and family to us.
When Should You Call a Personal Injury Lawyer in Bethlehem?
Call as soon as possible after the accident, ideally within days. Evidence fades quickly, witnesses move on, and insurance carriers start building their defense within hours of a crash. The earlier we get involved, the more we can do to protect your rights.
Early action also helps you avoid common mistakes. Recorded statements, casual social media posts, and even friendly conversations with the other driver's insurer can hurt your claim later on. We help you sidestep those pitfalls from day one.
For families dealing with a fatal injury, we step in with care and patience. Wrongful death claims involve grieving relatives, probate questions, and detailed Pennsylvania rules, and we handle each piece while you focus on what matters most.
If you are unsure whether you have a case, the simplest path forward is a free consultation. There is no cost, no pressure, and no obligation to move forward.
Schedule Your Free ConsultationFAQs for Bethlehem Personal Injury Claims
Below are answers to questions our Bethlehem personal injury lawyers hear most often from injured clients and their families.
How much does it cost to hire a Bethlehem personal injury lawyer?
Our firm handles personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing up front, and you owe no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. The initial consultation is also free.
Do I have to go to court for a personal injury case?
Most personal injury cases settle without a trial, often after careful negotiation or mediation. We prepare every case as if it will be tried, which strengthens our position at the settlement table. If the offer is not fair, we are fully prepared to take your case before a jury.
What if the insurance company already offered me a settlement?
Initial settlement offers are often far below what a claim is actually worth. Before accepting any check, talk with an attorney. Our team reviews these offers at no cost, so you can make an informed choice.
Does Leeson & Leeson handle cases outside of Bethlehem?
Yes. We represent injured people across the Lehigh Valley, including Allentown, Easton, and surrounding communities, as well as eastern Pennsylvania more broadly.
Will I work directly with an attorney on my case?
Yes. Our clients work directly with our attorneys throughout the case, not just support staff. That direct access is part of how we deliver personalized service while pursuing aggressive results.
Talk With a Bethlehem Personal Injury Attorney Today
When winning is the only option, you need a Bethlehem personal injury law firm that has earned its reputation case by case. Our team at Leeson & Leeson has spent more than 50 years standing up for injured people across the Lehigh Valley, and we are ready to do the same for you.
Call (610) 691-3320 for a free consultation, available 24/7, with no fees unless we win. Whether you live in Bethlehem, Allentown, Easton, or anywhere in the surrounding area, our Bethlehem personal injury lawyers are ready to listen, advise, and fight for the recovery you deserve.
Contact Our Bethlehem Personal Injury TeamBook A Free Consultation with Leeson & Leeson Today!
Choosing a personal injury lawyer from Leeson & Leeson means partnering with a law firm that offers competitive contingency fees, extensive practice, and a proven track record of success. Our team in Bethlehem, PA, is committed to securing the best outcomes for clients. With over 50 years of legal practice, you can trust our personal injury lawyers to handle your case with the utmost professionalism and care.
