Stephen Karp

Stephen Karp

also known as Steve Karp, Stephen M. Karp

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 51 years

Car accident Lawyer at West Chester, PA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Slip and Fall Accident ... +2 more

19 Turner Lane, Suite A, West Chester, PA

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 50%

I represent people injured in car crashes in the Philadelphia area. I am well educated in the dynamics of auto collisions including accident reconstruction and the types of physical injuries suffered by my clients and how these injuries impact their lives.

13 years

50%
Medical Malpractice 20%

Steve Karp has been practicing medical malpractice law in Chester County since the early 1980’s. I represent victims injured by the negligent conduct of doctors, hospitals and health care providers. My medical experience comes from dealing with thousands of victims over the years who have suffered injuries due to negligent care and also from having represented doctors and hospitals in medical malpractice lawsuits.

13 years

20%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

I represent victims involved in motorcycle accidents. There are dangers involved in motorcycle operations and the problems other drivers can cause for motorcycle operators. Please consult with me regarding your specific questions about Pennsylvania’s motorcycle laws and motorcycle accidents in Chester County, Pennsylvania.

13 years

10%
Slip and Fall Accident 10%

Premises liability cases involve people who usually suffer serious injuries due to trip or fall occurrences caused by the property owner either creating or leaving in place a "dangerous condition" which should have either been fixed or, at the very least, warned the public of its existence.

13 years

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

A wrongful death claim is a legal action often filed by family members, an administrator or administratrix in the name of the estate of the person who died. The cause of action is to recover money damages on behalf of the family, in the event of a wrongful death.

13 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 23 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 51 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1974

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Karp & Hart Law Offices, PC

19 Turner Lane, Suite A, West Chester, PA, 19380

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Stephen Karp's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Nicholas | May 15, 2014 | Personal Injury

Outstanding Knowledge and Character

This is not a typical personal injury law firm. Their videos do not resemble that of a Used Car Dealership. I first met Stephen over two years ago and his knowledge in Personal injury Law which he has shared with me is incredible. What is truly incredible is his willingness to share that information ...with anyone who calls. He is going to tell you the facts and save you from wasting your time. He has years of experience and knows a pie in the sky slip and fall case when he hears one. He knows how to demystify the laws and tell his clients when it is or is not a good time to represent themselves in the court of law. The man is very reasonable.

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Stephen Karp's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Getson

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve Karp is one of the leading personal injury lawyers in Chester County and the entire Philadelphia Region. His legal knowledge, client advocacy, and courtroom skills place him at the very top of the field."

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Patrick Mintzer

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rochelle Rabin

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Hart

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve and I have been partners for almost 25 years (longer than many marriages). He is one of the brightest and most dedicated lawyers in the field. He is the go to guy I use when I have a question about trial tactics and legal strategies. Peter Hart"

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Christian Lassen

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Monahan

Personal injury lawyer

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Patrick Mintzer

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2016

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2012

Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

2012

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Legal Ability -Highest Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

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General Ethical Standards - Highest Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Partner, Karp & Hart, PC

Associations

1985 - Present

Chester County Bar Association

1980 - Present

American Association for Justice

1980 - Present

Pennsylvania Association for Justice

1980 - Present

Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association

1974 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Soft Tissue Sprain

Verdict of $500,000

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Education

1974

Villanova University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

Pennsylvania State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

N/A

Weekly radio show Host: Legal Talk Radio Show

N/A

various

Preparation & Trial of Personal Injury Law including Medical Malpractice

Publications

N/A

Legal Tips Blog Legal Tips Blog

Languages

English

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