I've been a personal injury lawyer since 1984. I handle cases in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I represent only individuals who have been seriously injured in accidents caused by the carelessness of others. I've been blessed with tremendous success in my practice. The key to this success has been the fact that I put the interests and needs of my clients before my own ego. I've developed a large population of former clients with whom I stay in regular contact through monthly mailings and other contacts. Please visit my website at www.thepanjinjurylawyers.com to hear what several of my former clients have to say.
I'm married and have two young children. I'm very active coaching their sports teams. I serve as the President of the Whitpain Recreation Association and as the Athletic Director of the Saint Helena School in Blue Bell, PA.
I am an active triathlete. I've completed over 100 triathlons, including multiple ironman distance races. I serve on the Legal Committee of USA Triathlon. I also enjoy fishing with my son and playing guitar, mandolin and banjo with my band, the Country Westernaires.
Practice areas
I repesent individuals who have suffered serious and catastrophic injuries in car and truck accidents. We handle a low volume of these cases, and we give these cases and these clients exactly the same level of attention as our clinents who have been injured in other types of cases.
38 years, 250 cases
I have handled injury cases arising out of dangerous products for many years. I work with the very best engineering experts to analyze the design/performance factors that lead to the accidents. I have a track record of success in cases against some of the largest corporations in the world.
38 years, 100 cases
I ahndle a range of cases falling under the "personal injury" heading. These include construction accident cases, industrial/factory accidents, serious dog attack cases, cases involving negligent security, cases involving negligent property management, liquor liability and hotel liability.
38 years, 250 cases
I have significant experience representing individuals who have suffered traumatic brain injuries in construction, motor vbehicle, bicycle and sports and recreation accident cases. I have written a book on evidentiary issues related to mild traumatic brain injury cases. A free copy can be ordered at www.thepanjinjurylawyers.com.
38 years, 50 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NJ | Active | 2009 | 03/11/2022 |
PA | Active | 1984 | 03/15/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
Super Lawyer | SuperLawyer | 2006 |
Super Lawyer | Pennsylvania Super LAwyers | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | White & Williams LLP | 1984 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Association for Justice (New Jersey chapter) | Member | 2009 - Present |
New Jersey State Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
American Association for Justice | Member | 1998 - Present |
Pennsylvania Association For Justice | Member | 1998 - Present |
Pennsylvania Bar Association | Member | 1984 - Present |
St. Helena CYO Board | Athletic Director | 2008 - 2011 |
Whitpain Recreation Association | President | 2005 - 2012 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The Pennsylvania Auto Insurance Guide | A Consumer's Guide to Pennsylvania Auto Insurance | 2010 |
Who's The Best Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer for my Case? | A Consumer's Guide to Choosing a Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer | 2010 |
Who's the Best New Jersey Personal Injury Lawyer for My Case? | A Consumer's Guyide to Choosing a New Jersey Personal Injury Lawyer | 2010 |
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury | The Use of Lay Witnesses in the Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Case | 2010 |
Products Liability Litigation in Pennsylvania | A Consumer's Guide to Products Liability Litigation in Pennsylvania | 2010 |
Car Accident Law Update | Distracted Driving, The New Drunk Driving | 2010 |
The Pennsylvania and New Jersey Dog Bite Book | A Consumer's Guide to Catastrophic Dog Bite Litigation in Pennsylvania and New Jersey | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Villanova University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1984 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Use of Videotape Depositions | How to Use Depositions | 2013 |
Pennsylvania CLE | The Use of Videotaped Discovery Depositions | 2012 |
Handling the Dog Bite Case | Dog Bite Cases in Pennsylvania | 2012 |
Pennsylvania CLE | The Top 10 Mistakes Defense Lawyers Make | 2010 |
Pennsylvania CLE | Construction Site Accident Litigation | 1997 |
Pennsylvania Auto Law Update | Underinsured Motorist Litigation | 1995 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Bus Accident Case | The dollar terms of the settlement are confidential. |
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Vaughan De Kirby, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
If you have suffered a serious injury as a result of another’s negligence whether it is a property owner, manufacturer or negligent driver Daniel J. O'Brien is the first person you should call to protect your legal rights. After practicing law for 35 years I have learned firsthand what it means to have an expert like Daniel at my side.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Daniel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Vaughan De Kirby, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
If you have suffered a serious injury as a result of another’s negligence whether it is a property owner, manufacturer or negligent driver Daniel J. O'Brien is the first person you should call to protect your legal rights. After practicing law for 35 years I have learned firsthand what it means to have an expert like Daniel at my side.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Daniel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Gary Heslin, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Adrianna Yanez, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 30, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Dan is extremely knowledgeable in his field. He is a great attorney.
Benjamin Glass, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Dan for years. He is a terrific attorney who works very hard for his clients. I'd highly recommend that you give him a call and request his free information if you think you may have a case.
Christian Lassen, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 13, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Nancy Cavey, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 8, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Daniel and his team would be my first contact if I had questions about my personal injury case in Philadelphia. Daniel and his team conveys legal concepts in plain English and are very helpful and knowledgeable.
James Brown, Unknown Attorney on Jun 8, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Dan O'Brien as a hard-working and trustworthy personal injury lawyer. If I was injured in Philadelphia I would not hesitate to call Dan O'Brien.
Michael Schafer, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 2, 2011
Relationship: Other
I recently met Dan O'Brien in a national meeting and was immediately impressed with his rare combination of legal knowledge and compassion for his clients. If you have been injured in the Philadelphia, PA are do yourself a favor and call Dan O'Brien before you make your next move.
Stuart Carpey, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 1, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
In my 24 years of practicing law and as a fellow Philadelphia attorney, I've known Dan for sometime now. He is insightful and a top notch person.
Timothy Young, Personal injury Attorney on May 31, 2011
Relationship: Other
I know that Dan works hard to educate his clients. Many attorneys fail to keep their clients informed, and very few bother to explain the law to their clients. Dan is different and he tries hard to make sure his clients are educated at every step of the process.
James Parrish, Unknown Attorney on May 31, 2011
Relationship: Other
I wholly endorse Dan O'Brien. Dan is top of the line, consistently achieving success. You can't go wrong with him. Philadelphia, here is someone you need to work with.
Timothy Miley, Personal injury Attorney on May 31, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Dan O'Brien because he is an outstanding attorney and is recognized by lawyers nationwide as one who provides exceptional service to his clients. You could not make a better choice than to select Dan as your attorney if you or your family members need a top notch attorney in the Philadelphia area.
Lee Jurewitz, Personal injury Attorney on May 29, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Dan is a very skilled and knowledgeable personal injury attorney helping clients in the Philadelphia area. I recommend his law firm.
Ross Jurewitz, Personal injury Attorney on May 29, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Dan is a highly skilled personal injury litigator who runs a top notch practice. Philadelphia has a great asset in Daniel O'Brien.
Jeffrey Rasansky, Personal injury Attorney on May 27, 2011
Relationship: Other
Dan is a hard working, diligent attorney who will stop at nothing to get the job done. His many years of successful legal representation are a testament to this. I can recommend him without hesitation.
L. Ty Wilson, Personal injury Attorney on May 26, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
When you hire Dan O'Brien, you get a problem solver. Dan works hard to resolve the issues you know and the ones you may not. Dan cares about his clients and his results show it. I happily endorse Dan O'Brien.
Charles Internicola, Personal injury Attorney on May 26, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Based on my experiences with Dan I have found him to be an exceptional attorney who is focused on informing his clients and ensuring that they receive the legal representation that is needed when faced with a serious injury.
Sandra Worthington, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 10, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Dan O'Brien is a wonderful attorney who cares profoundly for his clients and the results he obtains for them. I have never known him to get anything other than a suberb outcome on a case. He is practical, fair, highly ethical and extremely demanding of himself. He is accessible to his clients and leaves no stone unturned in winning his cases.
Louisa Chen, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 28, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer's work. Dan is one of the brightest lawyers I know. He obtains great results for his clients and is well respected in the legal community.