Robert J. Mongeluzzi

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Robert J. Mongeluzzi: Attorney with Saltz Mongeluzzi Bendesky P.C.
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Biography

Bob Mongeluzzi is renowned for his unparalleled achievements in personal injury law. Founding Saltz Mongeluzzi Bendesky P.C., he has forged a reputation as a powerhouse attorney, earning nicknames such as "Master of Disasters" and "litigation titan" due to his outstanding leadership in high-profile cases, including the Pier 34 and Salvation Army collapses and the 2015 Amtrak derailment. His exceptional skills in cross-examination and dramatic courtroom presence have secured record-breaking verdicts, as famously noted by a reporter when a defendant's account was dismantled during a $124.4 million case. This prowess has earned Bob a spot in The National Trial Lawyers Hall of Fame and the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Top 10 List.

Universally acknowledged as the leading construction accident lawyer, Bob's firm has achieved over 500 $1 million-plus settlements, including the largest construction worker verdict in Pennsylvania and historic settlements totaling over $1.5 billion. His extensive legal acumen extends to fire and explosion cases, having achieved record recoveries for burn victims, and crane and electrical accident litigation, leading national advocacy groups in these areas. With a personal history rooted in workplace safety, Bob is devoted to fighting for injured workers and is equally passionate about coaching women's lacrosse, mentoring over 100 All-American athletes.
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Areas of Practice (9)

  • Automobile Accidents
  • Construction Accidents
  • Electrical Accidents
  • Burn Injuries
  • Products Liability
  • Brain Injury
  • Crane and Aerial Lift Accidents
  • Equipment Tip over
  • Fall Protection

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, B.S., 1978
Law School Attended:
Temple University Beasley School of Law, LL.M., Trial Advocacy, 1994; Fordham University School of Law, J.D., 1981
Year of First Admission:
1982
Admission:
1982, Pennsylvania; 1983, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit; 1985, New Jersey; 1982, New York; 1982, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania; 1985, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Memberships:
Philadelphia (Member, Board of Governors, 1994-1996), New Jersey State, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations; Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association (Member, 1989-1994 and Treasurer, 1994; Parliamentarian, 1995-1997; Comptroller, 1998-1999; Secretary, 2000; President-Elect, 2003; President, 2004; Board of Governors, 1989-1993; Associate Editor, The Verdict, 1993-1994); Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Founder, Co-Chairman, 1987-1988 and Chairman, 1988-2004, Crane and Aerial Lift Litigation Group); Electrical Accident Group (Founder, Chairman, 1990-2004; Board of Governors, 1997-2000. Member: Exchange Committee, 1989-1996; Section and Litigation Group Co-ordination Committee Member, 1991-1997; Chairman, 1998-2000; Member, 1989-1992 and Co-Chairperson, 1993-1997, Litigation Group Leaders Council, Key Person Committee, 1995-1999; State Delegate, 1996-1997); Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas (Settlement Master, 1994-1995); Philadelphia VIP (Member, Board of Governors, 1994-1995); Temple American Inn of Court, 1995-2003.
Birth Information:
Brooklyn, New York, February 23, 1956
ISLN:
902420517

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