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Veronica Ann Richards
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Biography
Veronica Richards is both an Attorney and a Nurse- Practitioner. She understands both the medical and legal aspects of your case and knows which medical professionals to ask the correct questions. Suing a doctor is not something she rushes into, she takes it very seriously.
In addition to the ability to review medical documents and understand the jargon used by health care professionals, Veronica Richards regularly consults with recognized physicians and specialists, as well as nurses for input in evaluating your treatment, your future recovery and your need for future medical services.
Because of her strong belief in holding physicians and medical professionals accountable to the patients they treat, and mistreat, she is very selective about the cases she agrees to take. Her clients generally come to her with the most severe types of injuries and suffer some long-term disability as a result of medical negligence. Over the course of a year, Attorney Richards may review 250-300 cases; but in order to give her clients the attention they deserve, she takes only a small percentage. Attorney Richards recognizes that many of the cases she declines to take do have merit, so she will do what she can to help you get representation from other attorneys.
When you meet with Veronica Richards, you can be assured that she won't put pressure on you to do what you're not willing to do. She will explain how she can help you and then move forward with her investigation-all at no charge to you.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
40%-40%
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 36 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1989
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Location
Richards & Richards, LLP
Stonewood Commons Suite 100, Wexford, PA, 15090
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Veronica Ann Richards's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Dolores | December 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Medical Malpractice
Veronica and her staff were wonderful. They were very thorough and the case ended with a positive outcome. More important, they were all very caring and sensitive to me and my needs.
Posted by Barry | December 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A great lady who works through the worst time with compasion and caring
When your heart is broken, due to the unexpected loss of a loved one, it can be difficult to find the strength to deal with the crisis and legal difficulties that ensue. Veronica, by way of her dedication and compassion, helped to provide focus and guidance. She dealt professionally with every aspe...
Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommended
Veronica Richards helped to give our child a life she deserved. She was with us every step of the way and truly cared about not only our daughter but us as well. Through it all she proved to be the toughest lawyer and did not settle for anything less then what our child needed. She helped us underst...
Posted by Seanna | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
My experience
I was subject to medical malpractice. Attorney Richards assisted me and my husband in our case. It resulted in a fair settlement without court. We were very satisfied how she guided us every step of the way
Posted by Todd | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Lawyer
Having used Veronica for my legal needs i was very happy with her and the results. She is a very caring and intelligent Lawyer. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of legal help.
Veronica Ann Richards's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Veronica is a very compassionate and experienced medical malpractice lawyer."
"Veronica Richards is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney. She has the compassion to care about her clients and the determination to get the justice they deserve."
"I endorse this lawyer. Veronica is an extremely talented medical malpractice lawyer. I highly recommend her legal services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Veronica is an excellent medical malpractice attorney."
"Veronica Richards is a very highly qualified attorney for medical malpractice cases, due in large part to her prior background and experience as a Nurse Practitioner. I endorse and highly recommend this lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Vonnie's compassion for her clients combined with her awesome trial skills and daunting knowledge of the law makes her a formidable patient advocate. Like a small handful of other attorneys I have endorsed, I regularly pick Vonnie's brain to find out what a wizard of the bar would do and am always blown away by the time she gives and insight she provides."
"I endorse this lawyer. Veronica is an excellent medical malpractice attorney. Her knowledge of both medicine and the law gives her clients an advantage."
"Veronica is a very successful and intelligent medical malpractice attorney. She is both an asset to her clients as well as the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Veronica is one of the most successful medical malpractice attorneys in Pittsburgh. She is a strong advocate for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Veronica is a leader in the community and an excellent medical malpractice attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Veronica is a true patient advocate who has a stellar record of success in the courtroom."
"I endorse this lawyer. Veronica is a true patient advocate who vigorously represents her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brilliant, honest and a great advocate for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Respected as a step above in the community. Known for having guts in turning down offers."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Professionalism Award, Allegheny County Bar Association
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Top 50 Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers
2019
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2019
Top 50 Women Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 50 Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 50 Women Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2017
Lead Counsel Rated, Medical Malpractice, Lead Counsel
2017
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2017
Top 50 Women Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 50 Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Lawyers Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2016
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2016
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2016
Lead Counsel, Medical Malpractice, Lead Counsel
2016
Top 50 Women Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Lead Counsel Medical Malpractice, Lead Counsel
2015
Top 50 Women Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 50 Lawyers Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Lawyers Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2015
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Top 50 Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers
2014
Lead Counsel Medical Malpractice, Lead Counsel
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 50 Women Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2014
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2014
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2013
Milton D. Rosenberg Award, Pennsylvania Association for Justice
2013
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2013
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2013
Top 50 Women Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 50 Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Lead Counsel Medical Malpractice, Lead Counsel
2012
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2012
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2012
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2012
Top 50 Women - Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2012
Top 50 Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers
2012
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2011
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Top 50 Women - Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2011
Top 50 Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers
2011
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2011
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2010
Medical Malpractice, Super Lawyers
2010
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2010
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2009
Medical Malpractice, Super Lawyers
2009
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2009
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2008
Medical Malpractice, Super Lawyers
2008
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2008
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2007
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2007
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2007
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2007
Medical Malpractice, Super Lawyers
2006
Medical Malpractice, Super Lawyers
2006
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2005
Medical Malpractice, Super Lawyers
2004
Medical Malpractice, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Managing Partner, Richards & Richards LLP
1991 - 1994
Associate, Babst Calland Clements and Zominir
1989 - 1991
Associate, Grigsby Gaca Davies and McFarland
Associations
2017 - Present
Pennsylvania Patient Safety AuthorityBoard Member
2002 - Present
Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Governors
2002 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1998 - Present
Pennsylvania Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
1998 - Present
Pennsylvania Association for JusticeMember
1998 - Present
Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar InstituteMember
1998 - Present
Allegheny County Bar AssociationMember
American College of Legal Medicine
Fellow
Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County
Fellow
2008 - 2012
Pennsylvania Association for JusticeOfficer
2006 - 2007
Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Kilburn Vs. Moka, Tatum and Beaver Medical Center
Verdict for Plaintiff
Pfeifer Vs. UPMC McKeesport et. al.
Plaintiff Verdict $5,003,000
Education
1989
Duquesne University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Hampton University
M.S.H.A.
1983
Hampton University
M.S.N.
1978
Duquesne University
B.S.N.
Speaking Engagements
2019
Annual Medical Malpractice Seminar
Medical Standards and Medical Practice
2019
Annual Medical Malpractice Seminar
Course Planner
2018
Annual Medical Malpractice Seminar
Medical Malpractice
2017
Annual Medical Malpractice Seminar
Medical Malpractice
2016
4th Annual ACBA IGE/WLD Women's Legal Summit
The Art of Leadership: Advancing Your Career and Strengthening Your Voice
2015
Medical Malpractice Seminar
Surgical Errors
2015
Full Day Med Mal
Urgent Care
2015
9th Annual Medical Malpractice
Surgical Errors
2015
9th Annual Medical Malpractice
Jury Selection Post Cordes
2014
Medical Malpractice Seminar
Emergency Room Cases - Chest Pain in the ER, Urgent Care Cases, Neurological Cases in the ER
2013
Medical Malpractice Seminar
Medical Malpractice Issues
2013
Full Day Med Mal
The UPMC-Highmark Conflict - Reflections of a Citizen/Physician
2013
7th Annual Medical Malpractice
Electronic Medical Records
2012
Medicl Malpractice Seminar
Radiology/Pathology Cases
2012
Medical Malpractice Seminar
Trial Skills
2012
6th Annual Medical Malpractice
Birth Injuries
2011
Medical Malpractice Seminar
Trial Skills
2011
Annual Retreat
Medical Malpractice Issues
2011
5th Annual Medical Malpractice
MCARE
2010
Medical Malpractice Seminar
Expert Witnesses
2010
4th Annual Medical Malpractice
Case Law Update
2009
Selecting Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical Malpractice
2009
Pennsylvania Master's Series
Medical Malpractice
2009
Medical Malpractice Seminar
Master in Advocacy
2009
Future Medical Costs under MCARE
MCARE
2008
Medical Malpractice Seminar
Using Technology in Medical Malpractice Trials
2008
Advanced Issues in Medical Malpractice
Medical Malpractice
2006
Nuts and Bolts of the Medical Malpractice Case
Medical Malpractice
2005
Medical Malpractice
Medical Malpractice
2005
Full Day Med Mal
The Life Care Expert
2004
Selecting and Investigating the Personal Injury Case
Medical Malpractice
2004
Preparing and Trying the Medical Malpractice Case
Medical Malpractice
2003
Tough Problems in Medical Malpractice
Medical Malpractice
2003
Medical Malpractice Expert Testimony: The Keys to Victory
Medical Malpractice
2003
Full Day Med Mal
Medical Malpractice
2002
Subrogation and Liens
Medical Malpractice
2002
Medical Malpractice Seminar
Federal Liens
2002
Medical Malpractice How to Win in Today's Environment
Medical Malpractice
2001
The Nuts and Bolts of the Medical Malpractice Case
Medical Malpractice
2001
Nursing Law Update
Nursing Law Update
2001
Medical Malpractice Litigation: How to Succeed in the Changing Times
Medical Malpractice
2001
Full Day Med Mal
Moderator
2000
Medical Malpractice Seminar
Valuing the Larger Case
1999
Full Day Med Mal
Homeowners Coverage
1995
Proving Damages in Personal Injury and Death Cases
Medical Malpractice
Publications
2014
Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Malpractice Awaits
2007
Advocate
Full Circle
2003
Pittsburgh Business Times
Damage Caps Not Answer to Crisis
2003
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Standing Up for Patients
Languages
English
American Sign Language