Work-related crash? Third-party case? Or both?
The goal is to maximize recoveries for car accident victims whether it's a work accident, personal injury case, or both. Keystone Crash Lawyers helps people in Philadelphia and the surrounding area understand what legal issues may arise after a serious motor vehicle collision. The site is operated by Attorney Michael Cardamone—a local Philadelphia attorney with 27 years of experience handling work-related car accident matters. Rated Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, named to Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers, and a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Attorney Cardamone provides the insight needed to determine whether your case involves a work-related claim, a third-party injury claim, or both.
Clear Guidance.
Serious Representation.
This site is built to give crash victims a more direct understanding of whether their situation belongs with work-injury counsel, personal injury counsel, or both.
Tell us about the crash
Use this intake form to request a prompt review of your crash situation. Share the basic facts below so we can better understand whether the matter appears work-related, third-party, or potentially both.
Attorney Michael Cardamone
A proud graduate of Saint Joseph's Prep and Villanova Law School, Attorney Michael Cardamone has spent 27 years helping injured workers in the Philadelphia area navigate complex work-related car accident claims. His deep roots in the local community—combined with nationally recognized legal credentials—make him uniquely positioned to guide crash victims through the often-confusing intersection of workers' compensation and third-party injury claims.
As former Co-Chair of the Montgomery County Bar Association Workers' Compensation Section, Attorney Cardamone remains actively engaged in advancing the practice of workers' compensation law in Pennsylvania. His commitment to excellence has been recognized through inclusion in Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, as well as a Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell—the highest peer rating available.
Over the years, Attorney Cardamone has worked alongside respected personal injury colleagues on cases involving both workers' compensation and personal injury claims—carefully coordinating these matters to maximize recoveries for his clients. This collaborative approach has resulted in numerous settlements exceeding one million dollars for individuals with serious injuries.
- 27 Years Handling Work-Related Car Accidents
- Numerous $1M+ Coordinated Settlements
- Best Lawyers in America
- Super Lawyers
- Martindale-Hubbell Preeminent Rated
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Villanova Law School
- Saint Joseph's Prep Alumnus
- Former Co-Chair, Montgomery County Bar Association
Who this site is for
This site is for people who are unsure how their crash should be handled. Some collisions are work-related, some involve third-party injury claims, and some involve both. Our role is to help you understand that distinction and the likely next step.
Work-related car accidents
If you were driving for work, making deliveries, traveling between job sites, or otherwise acting within the course of employment when the crash occurred, Cardamone Law handles these work-related vehicle accident matters.
Third-party personal injury claims
If the crash involves a non-work-related third-party injury claim, or a separate bodily injury claim outside the workers' compensation side, Keystone Crash Lawyers may help connect you with well-established and highly respected car accident law firms known for their experience in handling serious injury cases.
How Keystone Crash Lawyers is different
Keystone Crash Lawyers provides a clearer starting point after a collision. Many crash victims are not sure whether their matter belongs with work-injury counsel, personal injury counsel, or both. This site is designed to make that distinction easier to understand.
Attorney Michael Cardamone oversees this site. With 27 years of experience handling work-related car accident cases, a Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and recognition as a member of Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Attorney Cardamone brings a level of experience and credibility that crash victims can rely on—including matters in which an injured worker may also have a separate third-party claim.
Cardamone Law handles work-related crash cases. If your car accident occurred while you were working, making deliveries, traveling between job sites, or otherwise acting within the scope of your employment, Cardamone Law is equipped to handle your workers' compensation claim directly.
Some third-party cases are referred out. Certain personal injury matters may be referred to our respected personal injury colleagues depending on the facts, the injuries involved, and the nature of the claim.
Coordination maximizes your recovery. When a case involves both a work-related claim and a third-party injury claim, Attorney Cardamone works closely with personal injury counsel to ensure both matters are handled properly—protecting your interests and maximizing your overall recovery.
Understanding Your Crash Case
After a serious motor vehicle accident, many people are unsure what type of legal issue they may be dealing with. Some crashes involve work-related circumstances, some involve third-party negligence, and some involve both. The sections below address common situations that arise after a crash and help explain how these cases are typically handled.
Do I have a work-related car accident case?
If you were driving for work, making deliveries, traveling between job sites, or otherwise acting within the scope of your employment at the time of the crash, your situation may involve a work-related claim. These cases are often handled differently than standard accident claims.
Can I have both workers' compensation and a third-party claim?
In many situations, an injured worker may have both a workers' compensation claim and a separate third-party personal injury claim. Understanding how these claims interact is important in determining the appropriate legal path.
Who handles my Philadelphia crash case?
Some crash matters are handled directly by Cardamone Law, particularly those involving work-related vehicle accidents. Other cases, especially certain third-party personal injury claims, may be referred to well-established and highly respected car accident law firms we work with, depending on the facts and nature of the claim.
FAQ
These starter questions reinforce the site's true role and keep the positioning honest.
Next step
If you are unsure what kind of crash claim you may have, start here. We can review the situation, explain the likely path forward, and help direct you to the appropriate next step.
We provide clear guidance after serious crashes. Our goal is to help you understand whether your situation may involve a work-related claim, a third-party injury claim, or both, and to move you toward the proper legal path without delay.