Atty. Richard E. Rush
A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1966. Mr.
Automobile Insurance & More Attorney · Serving Pittsburgh, PA
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About Richard E. Rush at a Glance
Richard E. Rush is an Of Counsel based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Willman & Silvaggio, LLP. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and insurance. Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 1966) and University of Pittsburgh (B.S., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard E. Rush
- A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1966
- Mr. Rush's practice involves the representation of defendants, insurers and manufacturers
- Mr. Rush has managed litigation and tried cases throughout the country, as national counsel in the representation of asbestos defendants, as regional counsel defending trucking companies, and as both a lecturer and lead attorney on insurance bad faith claims
- His busy practice also includes premises liability cases, products liability lawsuits, the defense of all types of claims against automobile insurers or their insureds, including uninsured motorist and underinsured motorist claims, and the representation of defendants in all types of general negligence claims
- As a veteran defense lawyer, Mr. Rush is fully familiar with the best way - as well as the most efficient manner - to defend more routine cases, such as those involving automobile accidents, underinsured and uninsured claims, slips and falls, and general negligence claims
- Mr. Rush prides himself on being able to get to the heart of the case quickly, so that early decisions can be made whether to attempt to achieve settlement or to prepare for a full scale defense
- If the case is one to be defended, Mr. Rush is completely cognizant of what needs to be done to get the case ready for trial in a manner that does not involve excessive or unnecessary defense costs
- He is an experienced trial attorney
Practice Areas Explained
Richard E. Rush's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Rush handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pittsburgh.
Personal Injury in Pittsburgh
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Richard E. Rush is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business & Corporate Law in Pittsburgh
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Richard E. Rush is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Insurance Law in Pittsburgh
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Richard E. Rush is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pittsburgh
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 Pittsburgh 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.
Pittsburgh Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pittsburgh-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 Pittsburgh Choose Richard E. Rush
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 Richard E. Rush's practice in the field of personal injury, business, and insurance.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and insurance, Richard E. Rush can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pittsburgh
A Pittsburgh-based practice means Richard E. Rush attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Richard E. Rush Handles in Pittsburgh
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