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When a legal problem disrupts your life, where you turn matters. Pond Lehocky has maintained a presence in Philadelphia for years, serving workers, families, and individuals across the city and surrounding region. Whether you were hurt on the job, are dealing with a disability that affects your ability to work, or are facing another serious legal challenge, our Philadelphia office is a starting point for understanding your options.
Philadelphia is one of the most active legal markets in Pennsylvania. Workers here deal with injuries in construction, healthcare, transportation, manufacturing, and dozens of other industries. Residents face disability claims, serious personal injuries, and employment disputes every day.
Our attorneys work across all of these areas, and this page is designed to help you understand what we handle, where we are, and what to expect when you reach out.
Legal Services Available in Philadelphia
Pond Lehocky handles a wide range of legal matters for Philadelphia residents and workers. The sections below outline the practice areas our attorneys focus on.
Workers’ Compensation
Social Security Disability
Personal Injury
Medical Malpractice
Employment Law
Long-Term Disability
Workers’ compensation covers medical expenses and lost wages when an employee is injured on the job or develops a work-related illness. Pennsylvania requires most employers to carry this coverage, but claims are frequently disputed or underpaid. Our attorneys represent injured workers throughout the claims process, from the initial filing through hearings before the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provide income support for people who cannot work due to a long-term medical condition. The Social Security Administration denies a significant portion of initial applications, and many claims require an appeal before an Administrative Law Judge. Our attorneys help clients prepare and present their cases at each stage of the process.
Personal injury claims arise when someone is hurt because of another party’s carelessness or wrongdoing. Common situations include car accidents, slip and falls, construction site accidents, and product liability claims. Our attorneys evaluate what happened, who may be responsible, and what compensation may be available under Pennsylvania law.
Pond Lehocky represents patients and families in medical malpractice cases throughout Philadelphia. When a healthcare provider’s negligence causes harm, whether through a surgical error, a missed or delayed diagnosis, a medication mistake, or an injury during childbirth, patients deserve answers and accountability. Our attorneys work with clients to understand what happened, identify where the standard of care fell short, and pursue the compensation they may be entitled to under Pennsylvania law.
Medical malpractice cases are fact-intensive and time-sensitive, so speaking with an attorney early can make a meaningful difference in how a claim develops.
Employees in Philadelphia have rights under both Pennsylvania and federal law, covering areas such as workplace discrimination, wrongful termination, wage theft, and retaliation. Employment disputes can involve a single incident or a pattern of conduct that has built up over time. Our attorneys help workers understand what protections apply to their situation and what steps they can take.
Long-term disability claims often arise through employer-sponsored insurance policies governed by a federal law called ERISA. These policies have strict deadlines, and insurance companies frequently deny or terminate benefits after an initial approval. Our attorneys assist clients in challenging denials and building the medical record needed to support their claim.
Philadelphia: Workforce, Courts, and Legal Landscape
Philadelphia’s workforce is large and diverse, which means the legal needs of people here vary significantly. Understanding the local landscape helps you know what to expect when a legal matter arises.
A City with a Large Working Population
Philadelphia is home to roughly 1.5 million residents and serves as a regional employment hub for people commuting from Delaware, New Jersey, and surrounding Pennsylvania counties. Major industries include healthcare, education, hospitality, construction, and public sector employment. Workplace injuries and employment disputes occur across all of these sectors, and the legal rules that apply depend on where you work, how you were hired, and what happened.
Courts and Agencies that Handle These Cases
Workers’ compensation cases in Pennsylvania are handled through the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, with hearings held at the Philadelphia District Office. Social Security disability appeals in the Philadelphia region are heard at the Office of Hearings Operations. Personal injury and employment cases are filed in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas or, in some circumstances, the federal court at the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
Neighborhoods and Communities We Serve
Pond Lehocky’s Philadelphia office serves clients from across the city, including Center City, North Philadelphia, West Philadelphia, South Philadelphia, and Kensington, as well as residents of Philadelphia’s bordering counties. Many clients work in the city but live in the suburbs, and our office handles matters regardless of which side of the county line the injury or dispute occurred on. We also serve workers in industries concentrated in specific parts of the city, such as construction along the waterfront and healthcare at the city’s major hospital systems.
Visiting Our Philadelphia Office
Knowing what to expect before you come in makes the process easier. Our team at Pond Lehocky operates three Philadelphia locations, each set up to handle consultations, document reviews, and ongoing case meetings:
This is our primary Philadelphia workers’ compensation office. It handles most injury-related matters, including workplace accident litigation, work-related disability disputes, and third-party injury claims.
Located in the same building as the 18th-floor office, Suite 350 is exclusively designed for Social Security Disability (SSD and SSDI) clients. Attorneys and support staff here focus on initial applications, appeals at all levels, and preparing for administrative hearings.
This location extends the firm’s reach into Northeast Philadelphia, serving both workers’ compensation and disability clients as a convenient alternative to traveling into Center City.
Getting to Our Offices
The Market Street offices are accessible by SEPTA bus and rail lines, with street parking and garage parking available nearby for clients who drive. If you are coming from outside the city, both Center City offices are reachable from I-95, I-76, and Route 1. The Grant Avenue location in Northeast Philadelphia is convenient for clients in that part of the city and the surrounding neighborhoods.
What Happens at Your First Meeting
When you come in for an initial consultation, an attorney or staff member will review the basic facts of your situation and ask questions about what happened, your work history, and any medical treatment you have received. You do not need to bring every document on the first visit, though records like medical reports, employer communications, or insurance letters are helpful when available. The goal of the first meeting is to understand your situation well enough to explain your options.
Accessibility and Scheduling
All three offices are accessible for individuals with mobility limitations, and we make accommodations for clients who need them. Consultations can also be conducted by phone or video for clients who are unable to visit in person. Contact us to schedule a time at the location most convenient for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Philadelphia Office
The questions below address common concerns people have before reaching out to a law firm for the first time.
What Types of Cases Does the Philadelphia Office Handle?
Our Philadelphia office handles workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, personal injury, employment law, and long-term disability matters. Attorneys across these practice areas work out of or in coordination with the Philadelphia location. If your situation involves a different type of legal issue, contact us, and we can let you know whether we can help.
Do I Need to Live in Philadelphia to Use This Office?
No. We serve clients from throughout the greater Philadelphia region, including surrounding Pennsylvania counties and commuters who work in the city. What matters most is where your legal matter arose, which determines which courts or agencies have jurisdiction.
Our attorneys can advise you on how your location affects your case during an initial consultation.
Is There a Cost for an Initial Consultation?
For workers’ compensation and personal injury matters, we typically work on a contingency fee basis, which means there is no upfront cost to get started. Social Security disability and long-term disability cases are handled similarly. Contact our office to ask about the fee structure that applies to your specific type of matter before your appointment.
How Long Do Cases Generally Take?
Case timelines vary depending on the type of claim, whether the other side disputes liability or benefits, and how backed up the relevant court or agency is. Some matters resolve relatively quickly, while others take months or longer. An attorney can give you a more specific sense of timing after reviewing the facts of your situation.
Can I Handle My Case without Coming Into the Office?
Yes, in many instances. We offer phone and video consultations and can handle much of the case communication remotely. Documents can often be exchanged electronically.
If an in-person visit becomes necessary, we will let you know in advance.
What Should I Bring to My First Appointment?
Bring any documents that relate to your situation, such as accident reports, medical records, employer notices, insurance claim letters, or denial letters. If you have a written summary of what happened and when, that can also be useful.
Do not worry if you do not have everything organized. The attorney or staff member you meet with can help identify what is most relevant.
Reach Out to Our Philadelphia Office
If you have a legal matter and want to understand your options, we encourage you to contact Pond Lehocky’s Philadelphia office. Our attorneys handle a wide range of cases affecting workers and residents throughout the region, and we can help you get a clearer picture of where things stand. Call or use our online contact form to schedule a consultation at a time that works for you.
