Atty. Floyd Wayne Cotlar
Floyd Wayne Cotlar is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, defective and dangerous products, car accidents and 2 other areas of law. Floyd received a B.A. degree from LaSalle College in 1974, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Car Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Floyd Wayne Cotlar at a Glance
Floyd Wayne Cotlar is a car accidents, copyright, workers comp, slip & fall, and product liability attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1984), New Jersey (inactive) (1984), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. District Court, District of New Jerse (1985). Educated at Delaware Law School of Widener University (J.D., 1984) and LaSalle College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Floyd Wayne Cotlar
- Floyd Wayne Cotlar is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, defective and dangerous products, car accidents and 2 other areas of law
- Floyd received a B.A. degree from LaSalle College in 1974, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Floyd practices in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Floyd Wayne Cotlar's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Floyd Wayne Cotlar handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Car Accidents in Philadelphia
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Copyright Law in Philadelphia
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Workers Compensation in Philadelphia
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Floyd Wayne Cotlar is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Philadelphia
Floyd Wayne Cotlar is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Product Liability in Philadelphia
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose Floyd Wayne Cotlar
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Floyd Wayne Cotlar's practice in the field of car accidents, copyright, workers comp, slip & fall, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Floyd Wayne Cotlar brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, New Jersey (inactive), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. District Court, District of New Jerse, Floyd Wayne Cotlar can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, copyright, and workers comp, Floyd Wayne Cotlar can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Floyd Wayne Cotlar attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Floyd Wayne Cotlar Handles in Philadelphia
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Floyd Wayne Cotlar directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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