July 15
, 2018
Each year in the United States, it has been estimated that more than 100 million incidents of drunk driving take place on our roads. The dangers or driving while intoxicated are well documented, but unfortunately there are still a frightening number of Americans who choose to ignore those warnings. So what happens when individuals are victims of
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July 2
, 2018
Many small business owners and remote employees work alone. This may include employees working behind the register at a small business, individuals who work from home, farmers, maintenance and repair staff, and much more. No matter what the situation, working alone can be inherently risky. There are also a handful of ways by which lone
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June 27
, 2018
When victims are injured in an accident, their lives can be changed in an instant. Victims may go from leading healthy lives to suffering serious complications such as bone fractures, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, permanent disability or even wrongful death. While there is no way to turn back time and prevent this painful occurrence, the law may provide an opportunity
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June 20
, 2018
A famous Pennsylvania personal injury case involved a burglar, Terrence Dickinson, successfully suing homeowners after he became trapped in their garage without food or water. Dickinson survived on dog food and Pepsi for over a week before the homeowners returned from a trip. However, this case is not a typical example of trespassers’ rights in PA. In most
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June 11
, 2018
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, more commonly known as CTE, has come into the public consciousness in recent years due to high profile cases of current and former athletes. Early symptoms of CTE can be difficult to diagnose, particularly without seeking proper medical treatment. After traumatic accidents including construction accidents, motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents, motorcycle accidents and more, the potential for
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June 4
, 2018
Being involved in a hit and run auto accident can be terrifying. Before you realize it, you have been struck by another vehicle and they may be gone without a trace. For accident victims who have been seriously injured or have suffered extensive property damage, this may make potential personal injury claims difficult to pursue. However, there are a few available
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May 29
, 2018
Auto insurance regulations may be strict, but they also vary greatly from state to state. In Pennsylvania, many drivers do not understand their rights after they have been injured in a car, truck, motorcycle, or even a pedestrian accident. Understanding no-fault auto insurance in PA is a great first step towards understanding how to protect you and your family’s
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May 21
, 2018
All successful personal injury cases in Pennsylvania rely on holding an at fault party liable for an injurious accident. The basis of liability may either be determined based on either negligent liability or strict liability regulations. Within these two concepts lies the idea of a “breach of duty”. Many of us are familiar with the concept of
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May 16
, 2018
Personal injury claims are intended to compensate victims of injurious accidents. When those accidents lead to permanent disabilities from injuries including brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, paralysis, etc, that compensation must provide for victims and their families for a lifetime. This creates a scenario where a successful personal injury claim must recover higher amounts of financial compensation. Thankfully, this is quite possible due
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May 9
, 2018
Personal injury claims, wrongful death claims, and survival claims are all terms used to describe similar legal actions. However, in Pennsylvania these three concepts are governed by separate statutes. This can be somewhat confusing for injury victims and their families. The loss of a family member can be devastating both emotionally and financially. Thankfully, by working
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