Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Edward F. Chacker
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2015 Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
Whether he is negotiating a settlement or trying a case to verdict, Edward Chacker is recognized as one of the leading trial lawyers in Pennsylvania. As Senior Managing Partner and Chair of Gay & Chacker, Edward has built a successful career representing clients in the personal injury and civil litigation arenas, particularly in cases involving car and truck crashes, workplace injuries, slip and fall accidents, medical malpractice, and police and correctional guard abuse. He is an approachable and compassionate advocate for his clients.
Mr. Chacker has built a reputation for obtaining exceptional outcomes in very difficult cases. His ability to see the potential in clients’ unique situations has led him to obtain these unexpected results.
For decades, Edward has been recognized not only for his tenacious legal representation of individuals, but also for his pro bono work for the public at large. In 2012, he received the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association’s Justice Michael A. Musmanno Award, an award given annually to the person who best exemplifies the late Justice’s qualities of high integrity, scholarship, imagination, courage, and concern for human rights. Mr. Chacker was also the recipient of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Pillar of Justice. The Philadelphia Bar Association honored him with the VIP Chancellor’s Award each year from 1991 to 1994 and in 2003. Philadelphia’s Volunteers for the Indigent (VIP) Program recognized his firm for outstanding professional leadership and commitment to equal rights for all.
Edward’s reputation as a skilled litigator and compassionate advocate has led him to frequently receive many case referrals from other law firms. With every case he takes on, he is devoted to obtaining the best results possible for the client.
Overview
- University of Toledo, J.D., graduated 1973
- Pennsylvania, 1973
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania
- Federal Claims Court
- U.S. Supreme Court
- Pennsylvania, 1973
- University of Toledo, J.D., graduated 1973
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania
- Federal Claims Court
- U.S. Supreme Court
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Commercial Litigation
Awards:
- Pennsylvania Legal Services Ambassador for Justice Award
- Community Legal Services, Equal Justice Award
- Tau Epsilon Rho Law Society, For Service to the Bar and to the Community
- Community Legal Services, Recognition of Outstanding Service
News & Media
Additional Information
Case History
Q&A
Below are answers to commonly asked questions about our firm.
Because Gay & Chacker attorneys have a lot experience and a great track record, will it cost me a lot to hire your firm?
Our initial consultation with you is free. You can speak with our Philadelphia-based attorneys, whether by phone or in person. After that, the only legal fees we receive are paid once your case or claim is settled. We only take a minimal percentage of the financial compensation you receive. If we are not successful for whatever reason in recovering losses for you, we do not charge you anything, at any point. We will also not charge you while your claim or lawsuit is being processed. If we need to hire technical or medical experts to verify the information and strengthen your claim, we will pay those costs out of our own pocket. Whatever time and expenses your case requires, we will take on, without charging you. That is part of our commitment to you.
What should I bring with me when I meet with one of your attorneys?
Bring any documents that might be relevant to your case. These can include eyewitness accounts, police reports, copies of medical reports, bills, and receipts from doctors, hospitals and pharmacies. These will all help to show what injuries you have suffered and how serious they are. Any information you might have about the insurer of whoever caused your injury would be very helpful. Photographs of the accident scene, of damaged property, and of your injuries, are also extremely helpful. The more information you can bring to us, the easier it will be for us to determine if we can build a successful claim for you. Don’t worry if you don’t have any documents to bring to your first meeting with your attorney. He will obtain all necessary documents as he begins to investigate your claim. If you cannot leave your home or hospital bed, we can easily visit you there instead of our offices.
What if I don’t win any compensation? Won’t you still charge me a fee?
We will charge you absolutely no fee unless we recover financial compensation for you.
I already signed up with another lawyer who is charging me a much bigger fee. Can I switch over to your firm?
Yes—you can switch over to another law firm at any time, even if you have signed a contract with your current lawyer. We will simply reimburse your lawyer for any costs they might have taken on, from the fee we receive from your case. This means that you will lose no money in changing lawyers, and you will receive a larger percentage of your compensation since our fee is lower than theirs.
Because Gay & Chacker attorneys have a lot experience and a great track record, will it cost me a lot to hire your firm?
Our initial consultation with you is free. You can speak with our Philadelphia-based attorneys, whether by phone or in person. After that, the only legal fees we receive are paid once your case or claim is settled. We only take a minimal percentage of the financial compensation you receive. If we are not successful for whatever reason in recovering losses for you, we do not charge you anything, at any point. We will also not charge you while your claim or lawsuit is being processed. If we need to hire technical or medical experts to verify the information and strengthen your claim, we will pay those costs out of our own pocket. Whatever time and expenses your case requires, we will take on, without charging you. That is part of our commitment to you.
What should I bring with me when I meet with one of your attorneys?
Bring any documents that might be relevant to your case. These can include eyewitness accounts, police reports, copies of medical reports, bills, and receipts from doctors, hospitals and pharmacies. These will all help to show what injuries you have suffered and how serious they are. Any information you might have about the insurer of whoever caused your injury would be very helpful. Photographs of the accident scene, of damaged property, and of your injuries, are also extremely helpful. The more information you can bring to us, the easier it will be for us to determine if we can build a successful claim for you. Don’t worry if you don’t have any documents to bring to your first meeting with your attorney. He will obtain all necessary documents as he begins to investigate your claim. If you cannot leave your home or hospital bed, we can easily visit you there instead of our offices.
What if I don’t win any compensation? Won’t you still charge me a fee?
We will charge you absolutely no fee unless we recover financial compensation for you.
I already signed up with another lawyer who is charging me a much bigger fee. Can I switch over to your firm?
Yes—you can switch over to another law firm at any time, even if you have signed a contract with your current lawyer. We will simply reimburse your lawyer for any costs they might have taken on, from the fee we receive from your case. This means that you will lose no money in changing lawyers, and you will receive a larger percentage of your compensation since our fee is lower than theirs.
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