Frederick W. Brown

Rick Brown defends clients in general liability, construction accidents, complex mass torts, and toxic torts matters throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Rick has decades of experience litigating complex cases before local and federal courts. He offers clients a multifaceted approach to disputes, with experience in both arbitration and litigation forums. He is also a strategic negotiator, always seeking cost-effective solutions to a client’s dispute while simultaneously preparing a strong case for trial.

In his practice, Rick handles a significant volume of construction litigation involving serious injuries, complex legal issues, multiple defendants, and high value disputes. These cases typically involve defendants and their insurers vying over elaborate contractual arrangements and indemnity claims. Rick also represents home builders and contractors in construction defect claims.

In addition to construction industry disputes, Rick handles slip and fall cases for national grocery chains, banks, and third-party vendors, as well as cases involving commercial motor vehicles, premises liability, and dram shop law. He is well-versed in the practical challenges and legal processes that clients must navigate and provides pragmatic advice with an awareness of minimizing risk and business disruption.

Rick also handles mass tort claims against local and national corporations, including claims of occupational and non-occupational exposure to substances such as benzene and asbestos. He is an accomplished litigator with broad experience across industries, legal issues, and methods of dispute resolution.