Bucks County Office Location – Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford

Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford
12 Penns Trail, Suite 145
Newtown, PA 18940
Telephone: (215) 822-7575
Fax: (215) 822-1713

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We serve all cities throughout Bucks County, PA including: Bensalem, Bristol, Doylestown, Newtown & Warrington

Car Accidents

Whether you are a veteran behind the wheel or just recently received your license, all drivers have a duty of care to operate their vehicle as safely as possible. Unfortunately, not all motorists abide by this duty and their recklessness may lead to a serious accident. It has been recorded that there are nearly 116,000 car accidents in the state of Pennsylvania each year. If you have been harmed in a car accident in Bucks County, it is important you know you have the right to pursue justice for your injuries and losses by filing a personal injury claim. 

At Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford, P.C., our team of skilled car accident attorneys handles various types of car crash cases. Some of the most common car accident cases we have helped with include the following:

  • Rear-end collision
  • Sideswipe collision
  • T-bone, or intersectional, collision
  • Head-on collision
  • Rollover accident

Regardless of the type of car accident you were harmed in, our Bucks County legal team is here to help. We will launch a full investigation into the factors of your case and collect all key evidence to ensure we are able to build you the strong claim necessary to help you recover fair compensation for your losses. The damages you may be eligible to recover for your Bucks County car accident case include the following:

  • Medical expenses
  • Lost wages
  • Lost earning potential
  • Property damage
  • Pain and suffering
  • Wrongful death

To learn more about how our knowledgeable car accident lawyers can help, contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

Divorce

Divorce is a legal process that ends a marriage, or marital union, between a couple. In the United States, it has been reported that there are more than 670,000 married couples who seek a divorce annually. While divorce may be more common than it once was even ten years ago, it does not make the legal process of filing and finalizing a divorce any less stressful and difficult. 

There are many reasons couples make the difficult decision to end their marriage by filing for divorce. Some of the most common reasons listed for a divorce filing are as follows:

  • Lack of family support
  • Lack of intimacy
  • Increased or constant conflict 
  • Financial stress
  • Infidelity

While there are various reasons a couple may choose the path of divorce, most couples will cite irreconcilable differences. We understand that divorce can be painful, even if you both came to the decision that it was the right thing to do. That is why it is important you have trusted legal counsel on your side to help guide you through the legal process of ending your marriage. When you work with our Bucks County divorce lawyers, we can provide the following services throughout the process of finalizing your divorce:

  • Provide mediation services
  • Help with all aspects of divorce legal paperwork
  • Negotiate a settlement on your behalf
  • Help with child support or asset distribution
  • Help analyze debt plans and develop strategies for splitting or exempting debts
  • Represent your rights and interests

You do not have to go through the divorce process on your own. Contact our team today to get help with your divorce proceedings.

DUI Defense

Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is not only dangerous but also illegal. If you have been charged with a DUI in Bucks County, it is important that you understand that you have rights and deserve a fair trial. After being charged with a DUI, you may be facing serious legal penalties. The exact penalties you may be facing will depend on several factors, like your blood alcohol content (BAC) at the time of being arrested, the number of prior DUI charges you have if any, and your past criminal record. The penalties you may be facing after being charged with a DUI in Bucks County include the following:

  • Charged with a misdemeanor
  • Face up tp to six months of probation and/or prison
  • Pay a $300 fine
  • Attend alcohol highway safety school
  • Undergo treatment if ordered
  • Required to use a one-year ignition interlock 

You may also face suspension or revocation of your driver’s license as well as prison time, depending on the exact factors surrounding your case. However, when you have one of our trusted DUI defense attorneys on your side, you can rest assured that your rights and interests will be passionately represented. Our knowledgeable legal team will use our years of experience in Pennsylvania criminal defense law to help you build a strong defense case and ensure you are able to pursue the best possible outcome for your case. Our goal when helping clients with DUI defense is always to try to get the charges against them reduced or dropped altogether, if possible.

Family Law

At Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford, P.C, our team of attorneys prides ourselves on being able to handle a diverse range of legal issues. One practice area we handle at our Bucks County office is family law. Family law is an area of law that encompasses all legal issues related to family relationships. This may include any of the following:

If you are in need of legal guidance for a family law matter you are dealing with, our team of legal professionals is here to help. Some of the ways our knowledge Bucks County family lawyers can help include the following:

  • Emergency Legal Help: Depending on the nature of your family law dispute, you may find yourself in need of emergency legal support. This may include court orders if you are dealing with domestic disputes.
  • Complicated Divorces: A divorce involving substantial assets, property, or other financial incentives, hiring a lawyer who understands the rights and laws that apply to each party will be key to your case.
  • Represent You in Court if Necessary: Our team of skilled family lawyers will protect your rights and fight for the outcome you deserve.

To learn more about how our Bucks County family lawyers can help, contact our office today.

Personal Injury

An individual has the right to file a personal injury claim any time they are harmed in an accident caused by another party’s negligence. Some of the most common types of personal injury claims we handle at Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford, P.C. include the following:

  • Car Accidents
  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Product liability accidents
  • Motorcycle crashes
  • Bus crashes
  • Truck accidents
  • Catastrophic injuries
  • Premises liability accidents
  • Medical malpractice
  • Wrongful death
  • Workplace accidents
  • Construction accidents

Regardless of the type of accident you were involved in, our Bucks County personal injury lawyers will fight for the justice you deserve. When filing a personal injury claim in Pennsylvania, victims must abide by the state’s statute of limitations. The statute of limitations is a legal term used to describe the length of time a party has to take legal action. For personal injury cases, individuals may file their claim up to two years from the date the injury occurred. 

While two years may seem like an extensive period of time, the personal injury claims process can be complex and lengthy. For that reason, it is crucial that you contact one of our skilled Bucks County lawyers as soon as possible to begin the process of building your personal injury claim. To learn more about how our personal injury claim can help you pursue justice, schedule your free consultation today. 

Truck Accidents

Truck accidents are highly dangerous for victims involved due to the sheer size and mass of these motor vehicles. While truck drivers have a duty of care to operate their vehicles in a reasonably safe manner like all other motorists sharing the road with them, accidents may still occur. There are thousands of truck accidents that occur in Pennsylvania each year, leaving victims with serious injuries and losses as a result of the at-fault party’s negligence.

While there are various causes of truck accidents, some of the most common include the following:

  • Reckless driving
  • Distracted driving
  • Truck driver fatigue
  • Improper truck maintenance
  • Driving under the influence
  • Road conditions
  • Poor visibility 
  • Inclement weather conditions
  • Improper training from the trucking company
  • Improper cargo loading

Regardless of what caused your truck accident, if you have suffered harm due to the negligence of another party, our team of Bucks County attorneys is here to help you collect the necessary evidence to build a strong personal injury claim as you pursue the justice you are owed. When filing your truck accident claim, you may be able to collect compensation for various losses like medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, or pain and suffering. While insurance adjusters will likely try to get you to accept a low initial offer, our truck accident lawyers have the skill and experience to negotiate for the best possible outcome for your claim.

Child Custody

As a parent, your child’s well-being is your top priority. When it comes to child custody, emotions can be heightened between you and the other parent or guardian regarding who the child should spend most of their time with. Whether you are going through a divorce or are seeking custody from a former partner you were not married to, it is important to have one of our Bucks County child custody lawyers on your side. We understand that going through a child custody dispute can be highly stressful and upsetting for families. That is why we do everything in our power to keep the process as stress-free as possible so as to not damage any relationships between the parent and child.

In Pennsylvania, several parties may be eligible to pursue child custody. These parties are as follows:

  • Both biological parents
  • Adoptive parents
  • Grandparents
  • Non-parents, or those who have acted in loco parentis

When determining who should be awarded child custody, Pennsylvania judges will consider many factors. These factors may include family dynamics, the health and wellness of the parents, and their relationship with the children. The parents and child may be required to attend counseling sessions before or during a hearing as well. For help with your child custody dispute, contact our team of Bucks County lawyers today to learn more about how we can help.