Kensington Personal Injury Lawyers

A serious injury can upend your life without warning. In a Philadelphia neighborhood as active and crowded as Kensington, accidents are a daily reality – and the physical, emotional, and financial toll can be devastating. In the aftermath and uncertainty following an injury, you need a legal team you can trust to fight for you – and win.

With 200+ years of combined legal experience, we know how to build strong cases, take on powerful defendants, and achieve successful outcomes. Our lawyers have recovered over $1 billion for clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and we bring that same relentless advocacy to every case we handle. 

As a family-owned firm with deep Philadelphia roots, we know the Kensington community and the challenges local drivers face every day. 

Kensington at a Glance

Narrow streets, busy intersections, and heavy traffic make certain areas of Kensington especially risky. Kensington also has its quirks—much of the neighborhood sits above the long-buried Cohocksink Creek, a hidden feature that shaped the streets and infrastructure we navigate today. 

Additionally, Kensington has a strong industrial legacy as one of the nation’s leading textile-producing neighborhoods, with more visible mills from a single factory tower than almost anywhere in the country. One surviving structure is the Beatty’s Mills Factory Building, built in 1886, and now home to the Coral Street Arts House.

Kensington is also home to notable historic architecture, including the 26th District Police Station. Built in 1896 in the Renaissance style, with terra cotta detailing and a curved corner façade, the building no longer serves as a police station but now houses a branch of the Philadelphia Federal Credit Union.

Local businesses are also shaping Kensington’s future, such as the Kensington Food Company / King Kenzo — a grocery, shared kitchen, and bakery on Kensington Avenue near Tioga Street. Operated by a Kensington native, the project highlights the neighborhood’s resilience and growth, serving residents with fresh foods, community-driven commerce, and locally produced items.

Understanding Kensington’s unique aspects and local dynamics helps us remain rooted in the community we serve and provide our clients with trusted guidance, personal attention, and legal counsel.

What Types of Personal Injury Cases Does Rand Spear – The Accident Lawyer Handle?

At Rand Spear – The Accident Lawyer, we are familiar with Kensington’s busiest streets, riskiest intersections, and heavy traffic patterns, and utilize this knowledge to build strong cases for our injured clients. We represent clients injured in a wide range of personal injury cases, including but not limited to the following:

• Bus and SEPTA Accidents: SEPTA buses and trolleys run constantly through Kensington, especially near Allegheny Station, the Huntingdon MFL stop, and the busy Route 3 and Route 60 lines. Crowded platforms, sudden bus movements, and pedestrian crossings near transit stops create potential hazards. Whether you were hurt boarding, exiting, or waiting at a stop, we investigate every angle to determine what went wrong and who is responsible.
• Car Accidents: Heavy traffic, narrow lanes, and urban congestion along Aramingo, Frankford, and Lehigh Avenues contribute to frequent collisions. Whether you were rear-ended near the Aramingo Crossing Shopping Center, struck while turning onto a side street, or T-boned at a congested intersection, our Kensington car accident lawyers will fight to hold negligent parties accountable.
• Pedestrian Accidents: Pedestrians face serious dangers near high-traffic areas such as the Kensington & Allegheny (K&A) intersection and crosswalks near hospitals and shopping corridors. Crashes often occur when drivers fail to yield, run red lights, or fail to notice pedestrians. We work to prove liability for your recovery.
• Truck Accidents: Commercial trucks regularly travel through Kensington’s industrial sections, especially along Lehigh Avenue and surrounding areas with heavy industrial and delivery traffic. Tight turns, loading zones, and constant movement of tractor-trailers create a high risk of serious truck crashes. We hold trucking companies—including major carriers such as Amazon, FedEx, and UPS—freight carriers, and maintenance providers accountable when recklessness causes life-changing injuries.
• Uber and Lyft Accidents: Rideshare vehicles are common in Kensington’s busy shopping and nightlife areas. Sudden stops, mid-block pickups, and distracted rideshare drivers can create risks for passengers, pedestrians, and other motorists. Accidents involving Uber or Lyft often involve multiple insurance policies and overlapping liability issues. Our personal injury lawyers analyze trip data and coverage to establish liability.

A PennDOT and Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission safety study found that the G Street & Kensington Avenue corridor experiences a disproportionately high number of serious crashes, with 38% involving pedestrians and 21% involving right-angle or rear-end collisions.

Top 5 Most Dangerous Streets and Intersections in Kensington

Kensington is one of Philadelphia’s busiest and most congested neighborhoods. According to Philadelphia’s Vision Zero program, 80% of traffic-related injuries and fatalities occur on just 12% of city streets — a portion of which run through Kensington. 

The most notable dangerous roads include:

• Aramingo Avenue: A major connector with lane changes, commercial vehicle traffic, and congestion from I-95 traffic, creating high-risk conditions for drivers and pedestrians.
• East Allegheny Avenue: Fast-moving cross traffic and confusing intersections can contribute to red-light and left-turn crashes.
• Frankford Avenue: Heavy transit traffic and narrow lanes create conditions where multi-vehicle collisions can occur.
• Kensington Avenue: High pedestrian and bicyclist activity combined with urban traffic congestion increases the likelihood of crashes along this corridor.
• Lehigh Avenue: As part of the city’s High Injury Network, the Lehigh Avenue corridor (between Kensington Avenue and American Street) has had 107 crashes from 2019 to 2023, involving 243 people, including seven serious injuries and five fatalities, according to the Lehigh Avenue Safety Study.

Engaging with local organizations such as the New Kensington Community Development Corporation and the East Kensington Neighbors Association can help residents, drivers, and advocates better understand these high-risk areas and support efforts to improve safety and community well-being.

Why You Should Demand Rand After an Accident in Kensington

After a serious injury, you should not have to take on insurance companies or corporate defendants alone. We investigate every detail, build strong cases, and fight for the compensation you deserve. We know how to protect your rights and your future.

Demand more from your lawyer – Demand Rand!

Frequently Asked Questions – Motor Vehicle Accidents in Kensington

• What Should I Do After an Accident in Kensington? After an accident, stay calm and call 911, photograph the scene, exchange contact and insurance information, seek medical care, and gather witness information.

• How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim? In Pennsylvania, you typically have two years from the accident date to file a personal injury claim. 

• What Evidence Can Help My Accident Case? After an accident, valuable evidence may include photos and videos, medical records, surveillance footage, and witness statements. 

• Should I Talk to the Insurance Company Before Calling an Accident Lawyer? No. Insurance adjusters aim to minimize payouts, and statements you make can be used against you. Contact us first so we can handle all communication.

• How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Kensington Personal Injury Lawyer? We work on a contingency fee basis, which means when you Demand Rand, there is “no fee until victory.”

Speak With Our Kensington Personal Injury Lawyers at Rand Spear – The Accident Lawyer – And Demand the Justice You Deserve

When you suffer an unexpected injury, you need an experienced firm willing to go the extra mile. At Rand Spear – The Accident Lawyer, our Kensington personal injury lawyers will take action to protect your rights. Call 215-985-0138 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation today. Located in Philadelphia, as well as Cherry Hill and Marlton, NJ, we serve clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.