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Barry A. Kronthal
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Barry A. Kronthal

4.3
3 reviews

170 S. Independence Mall W., Suite 400E, Philadelphia, PA 19106 + 1 location

Automobile & Trucking, Construction Law, General Liability and 5 more

About Barry A. Kronthal

Barry A. Kronthal was a founding member of the Harrisburg law firm Badowski, Banko, Kroll, Kronthal and Baker, which merged with Margolis Edelstein in 2000. Barry has represented clients in trials, arbitrations and mediations in more than 35 Pennsylvania counties, as well as in federal trial and appellate courts.

The Pennsylvania Senate Judiciary Committee asked Barry to testify about tort reform legislation, and he frequently lectures to insurance companies and trade groups about litigation and civil procedure.

Honors

•BV Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated

Articles & Publications

Workers’ Compensation Immunity and the Exceptions Thereto

Municipal Liability Tree Roots and Sidewalk Slips and Falls

Defending Federal and State Malicious Prosecution Claims Against Retailers

Speaking Engagements

•“Defending Restaurant Losses in Pennsylvania” Client presentation, October 2025 (Duncansville, PA)
•Controlling e-Discovery Costs Defensibly” CLM Alliance Claims College, September 2024 (Austin, TX)
•“Venue, Removal & Forum Non Conveniens: Escaping the Nation’s #1 Judicial Hellhole” PAMIC, May 2024 (Lancaster, PA)
•“Claims Handling 101” February 2024
•“Working Effectively with Brokers During the Claims Process” CLM Claims College, School of Professional Lines, August 2023 (Baltimore, MD)
•Testimony on tort reform legislation, Pennsylvania Senate Judiciary Committee
•“Trucking Litigation and DOT Regulations in Pennsylvania,” Lorman Education Services (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania)
•“Indemnity Issues in Pennsylvania,” (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania)
•“Pharmacy Liability” (Chicago, Illinois)
•“Handling Surety Bond Claims” (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania)
•“Pennsylvania Law and Procedure” (Portland Oregon)
•“Pennsylvania Tort Law and Defense Litigation Issues” (Syracuse, New York)
•“Defense of Underinsured & Uninsured Claims” (Syracuse, New York)
•“Indemnity Issues” (Syracuse, New York)
•“Fair Share Act” (Portland Oregon)

Client Testimonials

“Exceptional work done by Barry Kronthal”

“Thanks to you and Barry for your kindness and patience during this matter.”

“You were always timely, you always returned our calls, answered our many questions...”

“I believe the fact we prevailed in this lawsuit, which could have resulted in a large settlement, is primarily due to Barry’s experience and expertise.”

News & Case Results

Attorneys from Three Offices Co-Present on Venue Considerations in Defending Liability Claims

6 Margolis Edelstein Attorneys Present at PAMIC’s 2024 Claims Summit

Congratulations to Harrisburg Partner Barry Kronthal, Esq. in Limiting Bar Fight Fall-Out

Harrisburg Partner, Barry A. Kronthal, Esq., Prevails in York County on Behalf of Municipality

 

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Awards

Distinguished Peer Rated
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Martindale-Hubbell Peer BV

Client Champion Awards

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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

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Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Barry A. Kronthal got this award in 2021

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Areas of Law

  • Construction Law
  • Products Liability
  • Professional Liability
  • Other 5
    • Automobile & Trucking
    • General Liability
    • Insurance Consulting
    • Labor & Employment
    • Workers' Compensation

Practice Details

  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    Margolis Edelstein
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS: Entzminger v. Redner's Market's, Inc. - Represented grocery store in slip & fall $1.7 million dem
    case involving Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, with an admittedly known leaking display that caused fall. After a 6 day trial obtained a unanimous defense verdict

    Kline v. Shockey - Represented a bouncer in a bar fight case with punitive damages. First Plaintiff had four back surgeries, with significant medical bill
    loss of past
    future wages claims,
    the second Plaintiff sustained a closed head injury. Following a four day jury trial, the bouncer was absolved of all liability to the second Plaintiff,
    was found liable to the first Plaintiff in the amount of $64.
    Blakey v. Hellam Twp. - Represented a municipality against Plaintiff, the former wife of a York County Judge, under the Pennsylvania Storm Water Management Act
    common law theories for water damage to her multi-million dollar horse farm. Following three days of trial, based upon motions as to the sufficiency of Plaintiff's causation expert,
    an in camera examination of said expert, a motion for non-suit was granted.
    Jones v. Cedar Hershey - Obtained summary judgment on behalf of l
    lord in trip & fall fall case due to lack of notice.
    Fraley v. Boscov's - Obtained summary judgment on behalf of retailer in trip & fall case on the grounds that Plaintiff was unable to establish what caused her to fall.
    Anderson v. Boscov's - Obtained summary judgment on behalf of retailer in malicious prosecution claim arising from shoplifting arrest.
  • Additional Links
    http://www.margolisedelstein.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1989, Pennsylvania
    1998, United States District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
    1990, United States District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
    1990, United States Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
    1994, United States District Court, Northern District of New York
    Memberships

    Professional Affiliations

    •Pennsylvania Defense Institute
    •Claims and Litigation Management Alliance
    •Pennsylvania Bar Association
    •Cumberland County Bar Association
    •Dauphin County Bar Association

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Dickinson School of Law, Penn State University
    Class of 1989
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Pittsburgh
    Class of 1985
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1963
    Stamford, Connecticut, February 12, 1963

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The Curtis Center, 170 S. Independence Mall W., Suite 400EPhiladelphia, PA 19106U.S.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Barry A. Kronthal was admitted in 1989 to the State of Pennsylvania.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Barry A. Kronthal is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania and United States District Court for the Northern District of New York.
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  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Barry A. Kronthal attended Dickinson School of Law, Penn State University.
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    Barry A. Kronthal is listed in the Civil Trial Practice, Environmental Law and Insurance Defense section of the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.

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