Richard Godshall

Owner/Managing Partner

Rich Godshall is the owner and managing partner of the Firm. Rich is an experienced trial attorney whose practice focuses on catastrophic injuries caused by car accidents, truck accidents, slip and falls, and construction site and electrocution accidents. He is the Firm’s most seasoned trial attorney with multiple six and seven-figure verdicts and settlements. Rich oversees an inventory of over 700 personal injury cases with his team of 8 lawyers and 35 staff members. Rich’s trial successes include a $450,000 verdict on a case where the defendant made a $1,000 offer, and a $950,000 verdict on a case where the defendant made a $25,000 offer.

Rich started his legal career about 20 years ago doing defense work for larger companies and insurance carriers. He was named as the youngest partner in a 100-lawyer-plus regional defense firm but quickly realized that he was better suited working for those that were injured, not against them. This was never more obvious to Rich than when his dad, a union carpenter, suffered a disabling fall at work. His dad was rejected by multiple firms and largely left to fend for himself as he remained out of work. When a life-altering injury affects you or a family member you learn very quickly that the system is not set up to protect everyday working-class people. Rich remembers what he and his family went through simply to ensure they were treated fairly. He has set up his firm and overall practice to ensure other families do not go through what his did. This experience provides a foundational framework that few other personal injury lawyers have and can provide to their clients.

Richard Godshall

My clients know I win because I outwork everyone. I'm a competitor. I hate to lose.

Outside of work, Rich owns a CrossFit gym and is nationally ranked in the sport of CrossFit having qualified for the CrossFit Games Quarterfinals the last two years. Rich believes that part of excelling as a trial lawyer is the presence and overall endurance you have in court. Litigation takes time and can be grueling. Staying in shape and competing is just another way Rich separates he and his Firm from the others. The website for Rich’s CrossFit gym is www.crossfitvalleyforge.com.

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Awards & Professional Associations

  • Former Chairperson, Construction Worksite Injury Subcommittee for the Defense
  • Research Institute
  • Pennsylvania Super Lawyers: 2019 – Present
  • Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Stars: 2017 to 2018
  • 10/10 “Superb” Rating on Avvo

Rich has lectured and authored articles on numerous topics including punitive damages, surveillance law, liability of owners and general contractors in third-party personal injury cases, and contract indemnity risk in construction projects. Rich is also a Contributing Editor to “LexisNexis Practice Guide Pennsylvania Personal Injury Litigation” (2012 Edition, LexisNexis Matthew Bender).

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Education & Commitment

  • Bachelor’s Degree, LaSalle University (2001)
  • Juris Doctorate, Temple University Law School (2004): Dean’s List, Barrister Award
  • Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, New Jersey State and Federal Courts

While working as a defense attorney, after a serious construction injury case that resulted in a settlement of more than $15 million, Rich received a letter from his client that read, in part:
“I can’t express enough my appreciation for your kindness, the respect I felt from you and your willingness to include me at every phase of the evolution of the process. At times I found the process exasperating, but your words of wisdom and management of the circumstances were always reassuring. I walk away with great respect for your ability and admiration for your composed demeanor under significant pressure.”

Pennsylvania's Only Statewide "Local Law Firm" for 25+ Years

From 2016 to 2018 alone, Ostroff Godshall Injury and Accident Lawyers has recovered more than $75 million for clients.

“Jon Ostroff has redefined my expectations and opinions of Injury Lawyers! In the worst part of my life I have gained a great friend in Jon and a lawyer who did everything he said he could! Outstanding communication skills, integrity and compassion, A True Friend and DAMN GOOD ATTORNEY!”

- Tom, A Personal Injury Client
VIEW STATEWIDE RESULTS

$21M+

Philadelphia County Verdict and Related Settlements

union County Bus Crash

$10M

Allegheny County Lawsuit

Greene County Crash, Settled in 14 Months

$6M+

Settlement for Chester County Family

Car Crash, All Occupants Injured

$5M

Settlement for Union County Crash

Fatality

$4.1M

Settlement for Lancaster County Crash

One Vehicle, Four Clients Injure

$1.8M

Settlement for Clarion County Crash

Multi Truck Crash, Crushed Pelvis

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    Richard Godshall

    Richard Godshall

    Ostroff Godshall Injury and Accident Lawyers

    Rich Godshall is the owner and managing partner of the Firm. Rich is an experienced trial attorney whose practice focuses on catastrophic injuries caused by car accidents, truck accidents, slip and falls, and construction site and electrocution accidents. He is the Firm’s most seasoned trial attorney with multiple six and seven-figure verdicts and settlements. Rich oversees an inventory of over 700 personal injury cases with his team of 8 lawyers and 35 staff members. Rich’s trial successes include a $450,000 verdict on a case where the defendant made a $1,000 offer, and a $950,000 verdict on a case where the defendant made a $25,000 offer.

    Rich started his legal career about 20 years ago doing defense work for larger companies and insurance carriers. He was named as the youngest partner in a 100-lawyer-plus regional defense firm but quickly realized that he was better suited working for those that were injured, not against them. This was never more obvious to Rich than when his dad, a union carpenter, suffered a disabling fall at work. His dad was rejected by multiple firms and largely left to fend for himself as he remained out of work. When a life-altering injury affects you or a family member you learn very quickly that the system is not set up to protect everyday working-class people. Rich remembers what he and his family went through simply to ensure they were treated fairly. He has set up his firm and overall practice to ensure other families do not go through what his did. This experience provides a foundational framework that few other personal injury lawyers have and can provide to their clients.

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