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Craig is a lifelong resident of Western Pennsylvania and a founding member of Frischman & Rizza, P.C., a firm dedicated to helping injury victims.
Over the course of his career, Craig has represented clients throughout Pennsylvania and in Ohio, New York, New Jersey, Florida West Virginia, Michigan, Georgia and even Puerto Rico. In doing so, he has successfully recovered millions of dollars for his clients in medical malpractice and personal injury cases.
Craig understands that selecting the proper lawyer is a major factor in the outcome of a case. Throughout his career, Craig has worked hard to obtain prompt and fair financial recoveries for his clients in a quiet, competent, compassionate and committed manner. From day one, you will speak with Craig about your case.
Craig has been an invited lecturer on medical malpractice issues to multiple medical institutions and organizations including, presenting on 2 occasions, to the prestigious Radiologic Society of North America. He also is a frequent lecturer to other trial lawyers on various issues pertaining to litigation and is proud to be an adjunct Professor of Law at his alma mater, the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.
Based upon reviews by his colleagues as to both his legal ability and ethical qualities, Craig has earned an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the most recognized reference source for lawyers. On multiple occasions, Craig has been honored to have been named as a Pennsylvania “Super Lawyer,” which is bestowed on the top 5 percent of lawyers in Pennsylvania and also to be named one of Pittsburgh’s best medical malpractice lawyers by “Best Lawyers” based solely on reviews by his peers.
Craig is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, the Allegheny County Bar Association, and the Pennsylvania Association for Justice. He is also an elected member of the Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County (which is limited just to 385 members) and on which he currently serves as a member of its Board of Governors. Over his career, Craig has also devoted countless hours to serving as a Board Member for numerous non-profit organizations.
Craig and his wife Susie have made their home in Pittsburgh for more than 30 years where they raised their 3 sons; Clarke, Reed and Cole. They now enjoy their free time outside with their dogs, Yogi and Bear.
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7300 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15208-2529
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Posted by Hoda | November 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
From my initial call attorney Frischman was compassionate and empathetic about my injury. He met me at a location of my convenience. Covid set us back however,, throughout my case he always updated me with legal information and counseled me with legal advice. He returned my emails, calls or texts p...
Posted by Deb | October 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Craig Frischman, Esquire of Frischman & Rizza, P.C., was referred to me by a friend regarding a slip and fall incident. She praised his conscientiousness, attitude, attentiveness and ability to handle an accident which affected my health. Needless to say, I cannot list the platitudes for Mr. Frisch...
Posted by Stephanie | September 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Craig and his team are excellent. I am also a paralegal on the defense side and we hired Craig to help with my dad's case. Not only did Craig's team recover money for my dad, but it was more than we expected. Craig actually handled the case very expeditiously too. I was very impressed with Cr...
Posted by Lucas | September 23, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
I worked most closely with Craig, which I'm grateful for. He handled my case with sensitivity, empathy, professionalism, and a deep commitment to helping my family. Especially for dealing with malpractice, I can't recommend any firm more. They diligently reviewed all the evidence, obtained expert wit...
Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney
My life was turned upside down by a medical mistake. I didn't know where to turn, but then a friend suggested I call Frischman & Rizza. It was the best thing that could have happened to me. These guys immediately went to work for me. They are so easy to work with, always answered my calls and made me...
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig is a very skilled medical malpractice attorney who is an asset to the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig is an accomplished and excellent trial attorney. I recommend him without reservation."
Personal injury lawyer
Medical malpractice lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
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2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2008
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2007
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2007
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
1997 - Present
Partner, Raizman Frischman & Matzus
1995 - 1997
Member, Kapetan Meyers Rosen Louik & Raizman
1987 - 1995
Partner, Thorp Reed & Armstrong
2007 - Present
Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny CountyMember
2006 - Present
Pennsylvania Association For JusticeMember
2002 - Present
Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of AmericaMember
1986 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
Allegheny County Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - 2009
Pennsylvania Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
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Confidential Settlement
Confidential Settlement
Confidential Settlement
Confidential Settlement
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
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