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What to do if you are abused in an inpatient drug rehab center

Posted on June 25th, 2020

The United States is dealing with a widespread opioid addiction. This epidemic wreaks havoc on families regardless of their economic status, education, or geography.

Often, those suffering from addiction, whether it be opioids, drugs and alcohol, or a combination, seek treatment in inpatient drug rehabilitation centers. Some are court ordered stays, others are paid through private insurance or government assistance. Despite addiction problems or a criminal record, you still have all the same rights to quality medical treatment.

Inpatient drug facilities are medical treatment centers. They are regulated by the Department of Health and must provide a level of care consistent with both written guidelines and community standards. If you or your loved one is injured or dies while receiving inpatient drug treatment, you do not need to suffer in silence. You need a strong advocate who holds mental health and drug rehabilitation centers responsible for their negligence and misconduct.

ThePhillyLawyers has vast experience investigating and prosecuting cases against mental health and inpatient drug rehabilitation centers. If you or someone you know has been severely injured or died due to another’s mistreatment, we can help. Call us today for a free consultation.


Emmett Madden selected to the 2020 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list

Posted on June 4th, 2020

We are pleased to announce that Emmett Madden of ThePhillyLawyers has been selected to the 2020 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in Pennsylvania.

Super Lawyers badge 2020

Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a research-driven, peer-influenced rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Attorneys are selected from more than 70 practice areas and all firm sizes, assuring a credible and relevant annual list.

The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes:

  • Peer nominations
  • Independent research by Super Lawyers
  • Evaluations from a highly credentialed panel of attorneys

The objective of the Super Lawyers lists is to create a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys to be used as a resource for both referring attorneys and consumers seeking legal counsel.

ThePhillyLawyers is grateful for this honor.

Prior to the outbreak of Covid-19, 2020 has been a banner year for ThePhillyLawyers where we achieved over $1.5 million in personal injury settlements. We continue to maintain offices in Philadelphia and Montgomery County, practicing both criminal defense and plaintiff personal injury.

In addition, in 2019, Margeaux Cigainero joined the law firm. Margeaux has a long history of working for such esteemed attorneys as the late Nori Gellman. Margeaux specializes in appellate criminal actions, P.C.R.A. Petitions, and other state and federal litigation. Margeaux is bilingual, as is attorney Emmett Madden.

Other exciting news for 2020 include: ThePhillyLawyers is expanding its outreach into the Spanish-speaking communities of Pennsylvania. As a bilingual and bicultural law firm, our attorneys understand not only the Spanish language, but the needs of Spanish-speaking people throughout Pennsylvania. Whether they have a car accident, immigration problem, criminal defense concern, or any other issues faced by Latinos in Philadelphia area, ThePhillyLawyers has a long history of understanding and appreciating the nuanced issues faced by Latinos and helping advocate for them like no other firm in Pennsylvania. Se hablo Espanol is more than just a statement that our attorneys speak Spanish, it is a commitment to justice for Latinos.