Pennsylvania Law When an At-Fault Driver is Uninsured or Underinsured
Being hit by a driver who doesn’t have insurance can make things difficult in some cases. If your own insurance has the right coverages to pick up the slack, it might not be too big of an issue at the end of the day, but getting full compensation might be hard. Because Pennsylvania uses a […]
Is a Landowner Liable for a Hunting Accident in Pennsylvania?
Hunting can be quite dangerous, and hunters always face risks of injury from guns, animals, and environmental hazards. From twisting an ankle to falling out of a tree stand, hunters often face injuries that they might try to blame on the property owner, but can they legally do that? First and foremost, a hunter’s ability […]
Can You Sue for as Hunting Accident in Pennsylvania?
Most big game seasons pick up near the end of the calendar year and run through the beginning of the new year, leading to a sharp uptick in hunting accidents and injuries. If you were hurt while hunting, you might be wondering what your options are and whether you have grounds to sue anyone for […]
Jonathan Lau Case: What Happens When Someone Dies from Withdrawal in Police Custody?
Recent news reports about a death in police custody have highlighted the tragic negligence that can sometimes affect those in police custody. According to reports, a 42-year-old arrestee was in police custody and allegedly left in a cell while complaining about going through heroin withdrawal and throwing up, all without medical care. When he later […]
Do You Owe Taxes on a Wrongful Death Settlement in Pennsylvania?
Accounting for the loss of an entire person’s life is incredibly difficult and requires attention to detail. When receiving compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit, there are many areas of compensation, and tax laws apply differently to various portions of a wrongful death and survival action depending on the details of the compensation and what […]
What Types of Insurance Cover Construction Injuries in Pennsylvania
A construction accident can leave you seriously hurt. When medical bills start to stack up and you lose out on wages because your injury interferes with your job, there are damages you need paid back. Depending on how the accident happened and who was responsible, different insurance policies might cover the accident. If you were […]
Can I Sue for Injuries Sustained in a Boating Accident on the Delaware River?
Boating accidents are often a bit confusing, given that you might not be familiar with how these accidents are reported, who has insurance for these crashes, and when and how you can get compensation. While some boat operators and pilots have insurance, lawsuits could be an option for compensation, too. In many boating accidents, you […]
Can You Sue for Injuries from a Protest in Philadelphia?
Using your First Amendment right to protest is often commendable, but protests can turn dangerous for various reasons. Regardless of the issues involved in these protests, our attorneys are concerned with your safety. If you are hurt while protesting or by protestors, it is important to understand your rights and who you can and cannot […]
How to Recover Costs for Ongoing Rehab After a Personal Injury
Depending on your injury in an accident, the damages you need paid could be allocated quite differently. Some injuries involve expensive surgery as the primary expense, while others include mental health care costs. When it comes to getting ongoing rehabilitation and physical therapy costs paid, there are often some specific nuances to take into account. […]
How Do Bike Lanes Affect Personal Injury Cases in Philadelphia?
Bike lanes are in place to give riders somewhere to be, separate from the cars on the road and the pedestrians on the sidewalk. The goal is to keep people safe, but sometimes the laws surrounding bike lanes – and the lack of properly designed bike lanes – can actually make cases more complicated and […]
