I called Tim, and that was the best thing I could have done.
I took a fall backwards at my job onto a concrete floor and injured my back and neck. I went through the prescribed routine with the company Dr's, but they were determined to only prescribe extensive physical rehab that was making my condition much worse.
When I couldn't get the company Dr's to take my condition seriously I went to see a lawyer in Scranton, PA. I explained my situation and I was very surprised that he seemed unconcerned that I couldn't get any real treatment for my injuries. The lawyer asked who the Dr's was, and I told him his name. The lawyer said to me "Oh! he's a great doctor". I knew I was now in trouble trying to find a lawyer in NE PA.
A friend suggested I find an attorney outside the Scranton (click) area to get some real help. I found Tim Kennedy's web site and was impressed with what he stated about the worker's compensation system and the company Dr's. I called Tim and that was the best thing I could have done.
Quickly, Tim found me a very well known spine specialist that has made all the difference in my medical treatment. Within 30 days I started to get the pain in my back under control, and get my life back.
Even with the great medical treatment I was not been able to return to work so Tim went to work and was able to get the Workers Compensation insurance company to settle my case with a Compromise and Release, and Medicare Set Aside settlement, that was more then I could have dreamed of after all the pain and not being able to work.
For the year and a half that it took for Tim to settle my case, Tim never (not once) neglected to return my phone calls or emails. Before any hearing, Tim briefed me in great detail as to why I was attending, and what to expect in the hearing. Tim's legal staff was always available for little questions and was really very supportive of me through out this whole process. "I know" Tim really means what he says on his web site about him knowing the system and getting his clients the medical help and the best possible settlements. I was there!
Aggressive representation of work injury victims in hundreds of litigated claims, from onset to conclusion; mediation conferences; compromises and releases. Seminar speaker before attorney groups, educating other lawyers in the nuances of Workers' Compensation law and practice. Very significant experience, knowledge and skills to match or exceed any expert with career-long practice concentration in the workers' compensation field.
Aggressive representation of personal injury victims. Thorough case management and claim development. Prepares compelling, persuasive and well-supported demand packages to achieve a high percentage of full value settlements early, without need for litigation or trial. Tough settlement negotiation. Very strong on client contact. Compelling and effective in presenting evidence and testimony at trials and depositions.
UNIQUELY SKILLED PA WORKERS' COMPENSATION ATTORNEYRECOGNIZED AS A "TOP LAWYER" BY MAIN LINE TODAY AND DECLARED A "TOP 100 TRIAL LAWYER" BY HIS PEERS.MORE THAN TWENTY YEARS EXPERIENCE CONCENTRATING ON REPRESENTING INJURED WORKERS IN PENNSYLVANIA.
Timothy Kennedy has been certified as a SPECIALIST in the practice of workers' compensation law by the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Section on Workers' Compensation Law as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.
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Mr. Kennedy obtained his law degree (Juris Doctor) in 1992 from Rutgers Law School in Camden, New Jersey, a highly competitive law school rated as one of the best in the country.Ā Mr. KennedyĀ there had the very great honor of becoming a Law Review Editor, a distinction recognized by other lawyers as the mark of a truly ambitious and hard-working attorney. Ā Tim was also a dean's list scholar and worked in the coveted position of research and writing assistant for the internationally known constitutional law expert who drafted the constitution of the Russian Republic in 1991 and forty other national constitutions world-wide. Tim also obtained perhaps the most impressive and immediate success of anyone in his law school class, securing a summer associate position with a large and prestigious Philadelphia firm after just his first year of legal study.Ā
Graduating in 1992, Tim immediately took and passed the Pennsylvania Bar examination and was admitted to practice that same year.Ā By that time, he was no longer interested in leading or even joining the herd pursuing large firm practice.Ā Instead, Tim was committed to representing injured individuals and setting the record straight in an environment where insurance companies manipulate and mistreat honest victims of serious injuries, literally adding insult to injury. Tim set out to take on the insurance companies, as a litigator fighting for individuals.
For the past twenty-plus years, Tim has concentrated his practice on representing injured workers, persons who have suffered serious personal injuries, the families of those who have been killed under wrongful death circumstances and the survivors of persons who have died due to the effects of work-related injuries or illnesses. He knows the law and he knows the practice, and he has what can only be called an astonishingly high success rate in getting the best possible results for his clients.Ā
Mr. Kennedy has established himself as a uniquely skilled and accomplished Philadelphia area workers compensation and personal injury attorney, appreciated by his clients, respected by his colleagues and feared by his adversaries.
Mr. Kennedy is a frequent speaker at legal seminars and before public and private groups, educating other lawyers and the public on issues relating to workers' compensation and personal injury law.
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The Law Offices of Timothy Kennedy maintains a primary office on South Newtown Street Road (PA Route 252), in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, convenient to the Blue Route and at the very center of the five county Philadelphia region.Ā Mr. Kennedy also maintains regional satellite offices and meeting sites at business centers accessible to all of eastern Pennsylvania, for the convenience of the firm's many clients from nearby Philadelphia, from such far afield locales as Scranton, and everywhere in between. Ā Ā
Tim resides in Delaware County with his wife of twenty-two plus years and their two sons.
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Posted by anonymous | March 7, 2015
I called Tim, and that was the best thing I could have done.
I took a fall backwards at my job onto a concrete floor and injured my back and neck. I went through the prescribed routine with the company Dr's, but they were determined to only prescribe extensive physical rehab that was making my condition much worse.
When I couldn't get the company Dr's to take my condition seriously I went to see a lawyer in Scranton, PA. I explained my situation and I was very surprised that he seemed unconcerned that I couldn't get any real treatment for my injuries. The lawyer asked who the Dr's was, and I told him his name. The lawyer said to me "Oh! he's a great doctor". I knew I was now in trouble trying to find a lawyer in NE PA.
A friend suggested I find an attorney outside the Scranton (click) area to get some real help. I found Tim Kennedy's web site and was impressed with what he stated about the worker's compensation system and the company Dr's. I called Tim and that was the best thing I could have done.
Quickly, Tim found me a very well known spine specialist that has made all the difference in my medical treatment. Within 30 days I started to get the pain in my back under control, and get my life back.
Even with the great medical treatment I was not been able to return to work so Tim went to work and was able to get the Workers Compensation insurance company to settle my case with a Compromise and Release, and Medicare Set Aside settlement, that was more then I could have dreamed of after all the pain and not being able to work.
For the year and a half that it took for Tim to settle my case, Tim never (not once) neglected to return my phone calls or emails. Before any hearing, Tim briefed me in great detail as to why I was attending, and what to expect in the hearing. Tim's legal staff was always available for little questions and was really very supportive of me through out this whole process. "I know" Tim really means what he says on his web site about him knowing the system and getting his clients the medical help and the best possible settlements. I was there!
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Posted by Sean | February 22, 2015
Best in Pa.
Need someone to fight for my rights when I was injured at work. He had done a great job for me as he will for any of his other clients.
Posted by Justine | March 15, 2023
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Honest, trustworthy, and genuinely for you!
I truthfully do not have a single complaint. In fact, if I could go back and do it again, I would obtain his representation even sooner. From the very beginning of my case even until now as it is ending, I have felt supported and secure. Mr. Kennedy genuinely goes above and beyond for his clients. He is actually all for you, and acts in your best interest at all times. He is extremely knowledgeable and his expertise is vast. He is always prepared for all possible scenarios. He is constantly thinking a few steps ahead. He has allows you to decide what is best for you while ensuring you understand all possible outcomes. I could genuinely focus on my recovery while being secure in the knowledge that Mr. Kennedy had my best interests in mind. He fought for my rights and the benefits I deserved. He answered all of my questions and ensured throughout every step of this difficult process that I understood what was happening. He has such a knack for explaining the legal terminology in such a way that you thoroughly comprehend. He responds in a timely manner. He was extremely aware of all that was transpiring. Mr Kennedy and his staff provided amazing support through such difficult circumstances. They are genuinely caring, trustworthy, and hardworking people who actually care about you and getting your needs covered. I am extremely satisfied with his representation and I would highly recommend him. His reviews all speak for themselves. He does everything within his power to ensure you have the best possible outcome for your own circumstances. Please do not hesitate to hire Mr. Kennedy you will not regret it! It has been an absolute pleasure working together. Iām extremely grateful and appreciative for all of the assistance I received and for the way my case was handled. I couldnāt have chosen better representation. Mr. Kennedy is extremely deserving of his great reputation, and he genuinely believes in what is right. He always does right by you. He allows you to choose how you wish to proceed while ensuring you understand every aspect of possible outcomes. This world needs more people like him, who actually care for people and their best interests. He will not steer you wrong. Mr. Kennedy is the best choice for your case! Thank you so much for all youāve done for my case. Iām beyond grateful for everything. You ensured one of the most trying and difficult times of my life went as smoothly as possible under the circumstances. You went out of your way to assist me in every way possible. I couldnāt be any happier with the outcome of my case!
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Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2023
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Great Outcome
Tim represented me in a complex Workers Comp case. There were many twists and turns in my case but Tim and Kristine always had my best interests in mind with everything that they did. I recommend his firm without hesitation!
Posted by Frank | February 22, 2023
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Work related claim
Timothy Kennedy law offices was the best choice I made for my work-related accident. He and his staff fought for me and answered all my questions and needs. Thank you again Mr Kennedy.. you're the best
Posted by Joseph | January 4, 2023
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Tim Kennedy is the Best Lawyer hands down.
I injured my back working at FedEx. I went the route of going through their doctors and did 2 rounds or physical therapy. Nothing was helping my back injury. I contacted Timothy Kennedy and it was the best thing I could have done. Mr. Kennedy and his staff were always knowledgeable, professional, informative every step of the way when took my case against FedEx to them. It was a long process but with the support from Timothy Kennedy and his paralegal I was always in good hands. He and his staff were instrumental in my case and helped me get the settlement I deserved.
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Posted by Pamela | September 27, 2022
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I hope I never have to hire an attorney again, but if I did, I would completely trust Tim Kennedy
Timothy Kennedy is an excellent lawyer and showed himself to have extensive knowledge in his field. My case became complicated, and he always had confidence in his strategy. Tim took the time to listen to my questions and explain everything to me. The outcome of my case was successful, and I would completely trust Mr. Kennedy to represent me again if I should ever feel the need.
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Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2021
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Excellent lawyer
Mr. Kennedy is an excellent lawyer. Heās a great listener and he knew how to handle what I considered to be a very complicated case. I was very pleased with the outcome of my case.
Posted by Jose | February 17, 2021
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Corporate greed
Mr. Kennedy is and excellent lawyer that took my case despite some difficulties, I was against this large corporation that did all they could to get me fired not to mention they send surveillance to stalk me at home and still managed to win, Mr. Kennedy made the process easy and comfortable for me,thanks to him I won a lump sum that gave me the opportunity to search for something better without worrying about money.
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Posted by Teresa | February 9, 2021
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Great Lawyer
Mr. Kennedy won my case for me he was very helpful him and his team with my workman's comp case. I will recommend him. He is the best!!
Posted by anonymous | February 9, 2021
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Great lawyer
Tim is a great worker comp lawyer. Do as he tells you and he will win your case.
Posted by Keith | July 30, 2018
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Great lawyer!!
I hired Mr. Kennedy to represent me. Mr. Kennedy showed superb knowledge and professionalism in handling all aspects of my case. His staff were very polite and helpful in the whole process and I would strongly recommend Mr.Kennedyās office for all your WC needs!!
Posted by Cheryl | December 20, 2017
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Excellent Attorney
Mr. Kennedy was honest, ethical, down to earth and professional. I would not hesitate to recommend him. I was explained, in detail, every step and any concerns or questions were addressed within a reasonable time frame.
Posted by Jacqueline | December 20, 2017
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Outstanding law office
Outstanding law office. It was a pleasure dealing with Mr. Kennedy and his staff. My case went one for 2 1/2 years and he was able to get me a great settlement . Mr. Kennedy was always attentive and always kind. I would recommend this firm to anyone.
Posted by anonymous | May 3, 2017
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T Kennedy review
Mr Kennedy understands the law inside and out he fought for me at every turn he was completely transparent and accessible I could not have asked for a better lawyer!!
Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2017
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Workers Compensation
I hired Tim Kennedy a couple years after sustaining a serious shoulder injury at work, which had already required 2 surgeries. Until that time I was dealing with the insurance carrier myself and was very straightforward with them. At some point in time the carrier seemed to be less than cooperative and I felt like I needed representation. My business at the time was providing legal support services to attorneys in Philadelphia and I was familiar with the local fraternity. I looked outside of the city for a reputable firm to avoid being chewed up by the system. After some research online, I called Mr. Kennedys office. The following is an email I sent him at the conclusion of my case.. I can't describe my experience any better than this..
"Hey Tim,
I received both the lump sum and the final weekly check via direct deposit. I don't think it could have worked out any better than it did.. not that it's life changing money, but it's certainly enough to start my own firm which has always been in the back of my mind. I thank you greatly for the personal attention you afforded me, which is not my experience with most attorneys. This is how I treat my clients. I appreciated your directness with the insurance company, and unwillingness to compromise on their obligations. This, again, is not my experience with most attorneys.. everything is usually a negotiation. I will have no problem referring clients to you who are in need of any type of representation, personal injury or otherwise, which in my line of work is usually a fair amount of people.
I will consider you my personal attorney, going forward I am sure I will need one.
Thank you again"
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Posted by Tonia | February 2, 2017
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Definitely someone I would use again....not that I would want to have another need for Timothy Kennedy's services!
Mr. Kennedy was a Godsend. He helped me to get the correct wages I was to receive while on Workmen's Comp when it was apparent I was not being paid accordingly. He helped me settle my case for an amount that was fair due to the circumstances of my case. I highly recommend him and his law firm to anyone who has any type of fall/accident/injury he will be by your side from the beginning to the end. He isn't pushy, he will explain ALL the possibilities to you but ultimately the choice is left to you on how you want to proceed. He returns calls and emails in a timely matter, he called me on a few occasions just to touch base and see how I was doing after a few surgeries. I received copies of any paperwork that was pertinent to my case from all parties involved. I was in very good hands. If I would ever need his type of service again I won't hesitate to call his office first. (keeping fingers crossed I won't need them ever again though!!)
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Posted by anonymous | January 9, 2017
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Best advocate to have on you side
My case is still in progress. My case has been complicated and the opposing team isn't playing fair. Tim has been on top of his game since day one, and has always been honest. I don't know what the outcome of my case will be... but I know he has given them one heck of a fight!
His staff is also nothing short of amazing.
Posted by Vivian | October 16, 2016
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I made the right choice in Lawyers
Tim was personable, patient and thorough. He and his staff walked me through every step of my case. All calls, emails and concerns were addressed and very quickly. I was very happy with my compensation. Do consider Tim Kennedy if you are looking for a great personal injury lawyer!
Posted by Danielle | September 29, 2016
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Great Personal Injury Lawyer!!!!
Tim handled everything from the day of my pedestrian accident until the day we settled. He would call me with updates and all my emails and phone calls were responded to promptly. He did great with the demand and got me a reasonable settlement. I would definitely use him again and have already recommended him to a few people in need. Overall great lawyer!
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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Camden
Juris Doctor
1992
University of Vermont
BS - Bachelor of Science
1988
Legal Cases
Medical Leave Properly Compensated Under Workers Compensation Act
Paid benefits for more than a year of treatment and recovery followed by a $115,000 lump sum settlement for entry level delivery driver.
Hernia Injury with Surgery Complications
Lump sum settlement valued at several years of compensation benefits, plus lifetime funding for medical treatment via self administered Medicare Set-Aside.
Quick Results to Greatly Increase Settlement
Settlement value bumped by tens of thousands and a timely deal for claimant.
Workers compensation Attorney | Dec 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim and I have worked on files together. His handling of the worker's compensation aspect of the case reflected thoughtfulness and dedication. He is client oriented and advocates with vigor."
Personal injury Attorney | Jan 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. His willingness to contribute to the AVVO community along with the substance of those contributions displays an attorney that is ready, willing and able to zealously advocate for his clients. I wouldn't think twice about referring a potential client to Mr. Kennedy."
Workers compensation Attorney | Feb 27
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"I have worked closely with Tim on many matters. He is energetic, compassionate and hard working. He truly carees for his clients and goes the extra mile to get the best result possible. No client can go wrong by hiring Tim. I would."
Workers compensation Attorney | Feb 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"As a workers' compensation lawyer, I have the firsthand opportunity to see how other lawyers work for their clients in the courtroom. Mr. Kennedy has always done a good job for his clients whenever I have seen him in court and I have no doubt that his clients are satisfied with his services."
Workers compensation Attorney | May 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Tim as a friend and colleague for many years. i have seen him in court defending the rights of his clients countless times. he is a zealous advocate and knowledgeable practicioner. I recommend him wholeheartedly."
Workers compensation Attorney | Mar 03
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tim is a very knowledgable, compassionate attorney, who is always well prepared. He always impresses and does a great job for his clients."