Scranton Personal Injury Attorneys Provide Compassionate Counsel for Accident Victims

Committed to obtaining the maximum compensation for our clients

Our compassionate and supportive staff is dedicated to helping people receive the compensation they deserve after an auto accident or personal injury. We pledge to provide the same exceptional level of service to you. The attorneys and staff of The Law Firm of Cognetti & Cimini make it our goal to recover the maximum allowable damages and restore balance to your life.

Our attorneys and staff are always ready to help

"I always guarantee my clients one thing — no one will work with more diligence or determination in representing you. Over the past 35 years, I have been a strong advocate for my clients both in and out of the courtroom. I would consider it a privilege to represent you."

—Sal Cognetti, Jr.

"Accidents can have devastating and life-altering effects on their unfortunate victims. Permanent physical and emotional injuries, along with financial ruin, can often result from someone else's negligence. You need a lawyer who is aggressive, experienced and compassionate. Call me; I want to help."

—Vincent S. Cimini

“As an associate attorney at the law firm of Cognetti & Cimini, I have a comprehensive background in personal injury, medical malpractice, contract, and civil litigation. I am passionate in my journey to help people from every walk of life seek justice through the legal system. It is my goal to ensure that every client I represent knows he or she is a priority. I will always offer my complete dedication to every case I handle in order to provide each client the guidance and resources necessary to navigate through his or her unique legal issue(s).”

—Sarah R. Lloyd

Our dedicated team of legal professionals

If you are seeking legal representation in a personal injury, or wrongful death, our attorneys can help. Learn more about each member of our compassionate legal team, offering more than 60 years of combined experience:

Contact our auto accident and personal injury lawyers to discuss your situation

If you are seeking legal advice, contact The Law Firm of Cognetti & Cimini online or by phone at 570-955-3251 for your free initial consultation. We are located near the country and federal courthouse, with convenient parking and flexible office hours. All cases are handled on contingency fee basis.


Sal Cognetti, Jr.

Attorney Sal Cognetti, Jr. has been in practice since 1973. A graduate of Georgetown University Law, Mr. Cognetti has built his practice on representing victims in personal injury and auto accident cases throughout Scranton, Pennsylvania.

His 35 years of experience in and out of the courtroom benefits clients when they need help the most.

Practice areas

  • Personal injury
  • Medical malpractice
  • Auto accidents
  • Construction defects
  • Trucking accidents
  • Wrongful death
  • Construction accidents
  • Construction law
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Defective products
  • Head and spinal injuries
  • Negligence
  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Products liability
  • Workers' compensation
  • Unsafe products

Bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania, 1973
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, 3rd Circuit
  • U.S. District Court, Middle and Eastern Districts of Pennsylvania
  • All trial and appellate state courts in Pennsylvania

Prior experience

  • Trial attorney, Department of Justice, Antitrust Division, 1973
  • Assistant U.S. Attorney, Middle District of Pennsylvania, 1974–1979
  • Special Assistant, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 1979–1980
  • Chief Judge Emeritus, Court of Judicial Conduct, Pennsylvania, 2000–2004
  • Member, The Law Firm of Cognetti & Cimini (1980–2012)
  • Member, Disciplinary Board, Supreme Court of Pennsylvania (2006–2012)

Honors

 

Education

  • J.D., Georgetown University, 1973
  • B.S., Fordham University, 1970

 

Professional associations

  • Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, and American Bar Associations
  • Pennsylvania Association for Justice (formerly Northeastern Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association)

Vincent S. Cimini

For more than 15 years, attorney Vincent S. Cimini has dedicated his practice to representing accident and injury victims. Mr. Cimini has established himself in the community as someone whom you can count on for strong legal representation when you need it most.

Practice areas

  • Accident and personal injury
  • Subrogation law
  • Collection law
  • Real estate
  • Workers' compensation
  • Products liability

Bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania, 1990
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, 3rd Circuit
  • U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
  • All trial and appellate state courts in Pennsylvania

Honors

  • BV® Distinguished™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®

Education

  • J.D., Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University, 1990
  • B.S., Cum Laude, University of Scranton, 1987
  • Special Jesuit Literal Arts Program (1983-1987)-University of Scranton

Professional associations

  • Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, and American Bar Associations
  • Pennsylvania Association for Justice (formerly Northeastern Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association)
  • Disciplinary Board Hearing Commitee Member (2012-present)

Prior Experience

  • Member of Foley, Cognetti, Cumini & Cummins (1990-2012)
  • Former of Assistant City Solicitor of The City of Scranton
  • City of Scranton Board of Ethics (2001-2002)