About

David L. Kwass is a distinguished partner at Saltz, Mongeluzzi, Barrett & Bendesky, P.C., located in the vibrant legal landscape of Florida. With a keen focus on insurance law, Mr. Kwass specializes in complex cases involving construction accidents, crane and aerial lift incidents, equipment tipovers, electrical contacts, workplace falls, recreational product liability, and liquor liability. His expertise is not just theoretical; he serves as the co-chairman of the Crane and Aerial Lift Litigation Group for the American Association for Justice, reflecting his leadership in advocating for safety and accountability in high-risk industries. A seasoned litigator, Mr. Kwass has secured over 50 verdicts and settlements exceeding $1 million, a testament to his relentless pursuit of justice for his clients. His commitment to workplace safety and effective product design has earned him recognition as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in 2012. Academically accomplished, Mr. Kwass graduated with honors from Haverford College in 1987, earned a Master’s degree from Georgetown University in 1989, and obtained his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1992. He further honed his legal skills by earning a Master’s degree in Trial Advocacy from Temple University School of Law in 2002, where he continues to contribute as an Adjunct Professor of Law. His mentorship of Temple's trial teams and coaching of the Strawberry Mansion Mock Trial Team highlight his dedication to developing the next generation of legal professionals. Among his notable achievements, Mr. Kwass takes particular pride in his pro bono work, where he successfully advocated for a young boy in need of critical hip surgery. By challenging an insurance company's denial of coverage, he not only secured the necessary medical treatment for his client but also influenced systemic changes in the insurance policy regarding similar surgeries. An engaging speaker and prolific author, Mr. Kwass frequently shares his insights at various industry conferences and has published several articles in legal journals, contributing to the broader discourse on trial advocacy and litigation strategies. Admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and multiple U.S. District Courts and Circuit Courts of Appeals, he is an active member of the American Association for Justice as well as the Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Associations. Outside of his legal endeavors, Mr. Kwass has contributed to his community as a Commissioner and coach within the Lower Merion Little League baseball organization. Additionally, he is a principal owner of the Tria Fermentation School, a unique educational hub in Center City, where he shares his passion for wine, cheese, and beer appreciation.

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