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Ryan Mergl

Ryan Mergl

Law Offices of Ryan Mergl

18+ Years

Legal Experience

About Ryan Mergl

Ryan Mergl, based in New Castle, Pennsylvania, is a distinguished trial attorney with a background as a former prosecutor. He serves clients throughout Pennsylvania and in United States Federal Courts. His expertise has earned him a place on the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list, and he has been recognized as a Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney in Pennsylvania by the Association of American Trial Lawyers. Additionally, Pittsburgh Magazine named him one of Western Pennsylvania's '40 Under 40'.

Mergl is admitted to practice before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, and the United States Third Circuit Court of Appeals. He is a graduate of Duquesne University School of Law and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business and Film Studies from Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. His early education was completed at Sharon High School.

Before establishing his law practice, Mergl interned with the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. He also spent two years at the Duquesne University Legal Clinic, where he assisted U.S. Veterans in obtaining benefits and provided free legal services to indigent clients and non-profit organizations.

For fifteen years, Mergl has been a dedicated volunteer firefighter, achieving the status of a Nationally Certified Pro Board Fire Fighter. His skills include interior firefighting, search and rescue diving, vehicle extrication, hazmat operations, and emergency service management. He is also trained in incident safety, truck company operations, emergency vehicle operations, structure collapse procedures, CPR, First Aid, and RIT - Rapid Intervention Teams.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Business Law
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Law
Patents
Bankruptcy
Civil Rights
Criminal Law
DUI & DWI
Estate Planning
Family Law
Business Contracts
Business Dissolution
Business Finance
Business Formation
Business Litigation

Pennsylvania Car Accident Laws

Understanding Pennsylvania's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

modified comparative fault (51%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$15K/$30K/$5K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

No-Fault

Your own insurance covers injuries

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Ryan Mergl practice?

Ryan Mergl practices criminal defense and represents clients in both Pennsylvania and U.S. Federal Courts.

What recognitions has Ryan Mergl received?

He has been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers and is a Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney in Pennsylvania.

Where did Ryan Mergl receive his education?

Ryan Mergl graduated from Duquesne University School of Law and holds a Bachelor of Arts from Franklin and Marshall College.

What community services is Ryan Mergl involved in?

Ryan Mergl has served as a volunteer firefighter for fifteen years and is a Nationally Certified Pro Board Fire Fighter.

Contact Information

301 Grant St #4300 Pittsburgh PA 15219
New Castle, PA
4125326374 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

Contact Ryan Mergl for a free consultation about your accident case.

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Ryan for a free case review

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