The Choice of Fault vs. No-Fault Insurance in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is neither a “fault” state nor a “no-fault” state for auto insurance. Instead, it has a hybrid system where you can choose to use a no-fault insurance system or use a fault-based insurance system. This means that when you are involved in a car accident and need your injuries covered, it is up to your […]
Can Victims of Intentional Truck Accidents get Insurance Coverage?
Truck drivers sometimes act like they own the road. Driving near them can be one of the scariest and most dangerous things you encounter on the road. Especially if you get in a truck driver’s way, or maybe even because of the type of car you are driving, a truck driver may cut you off, […]
What to Do if You Get into an Accident Involving a Fire Truck
Fire trucks are an absolute necessity. Without firefighters and their equipment, we would have a hard time fighting fires, keeping our homes and families safe. Despite this, sometimes fire trucks are themselves a danger. It is important to always yield to emergency vehicles on the road, but when they cause an accident through reckless or […]
How Breach of Duty Can Help your Premises Liability Claim
“Breach of duty” is a legal concept that comes into play in many personal injury cases, especially premises liability claims. Premises liability cases are those that result from injuries on someone else’s property when they fail to keep the the place safe for guests. Proving that someone else was responsible for your injuries often requires proving […]
How is Pain and Suffering Determined in Pennsylvania Car Accidents?
Your injuries may be severe when you’re involved in a car accident. Luckily, Pennsylvania law allows injured parties to recover compensation not only for medical expenses and surgeries but also for physical pain and mental suffering. Damages in car accident cases include economic losses like medical bills and non-economic losses like pain and suffering. Depending […]
Can You Claim a Serious Injury from a Fender Bender in Pennsylvania?
Everyone imagines serious injuries resulting only from catastrophic car accidents. Clearly, if the Jaws of Life need to be used, or an occupant is thrown from the vehicle, severe injuries and death are likely. However, even low-speed crashes can cause surprisingly severe injuries. Any car accident is a prime opportunity for whiplash injuries and other […]
Dangerous Takata Airbags Could be in Your Used Car
A recent car accident case out of Nevada expanded the Takata airbag recall and demonstrates the difficulty in tracking down dangerous Takata airbag inflators, and how they could still be in used cars. Even after numerous recalls and replacements around the country to eliminate the dangers of defective Takata airbags, these dangerous devices are still […]
Can You File a Car Accident Lawsuit if There is No Damage?
When most people think of car accidents, they worry about how to get the damage fixed, and how to get that paid for. What people often fail to consider is injuries. Damage to the car is usually the first sign that there was a car accident. Even when there is no noticeable damage, you can […]
What Should You Do After You Get into a Truck Accident in Pennsylvania?
When you are involved in a crash with a truck – whether you are driving a car, SUV, motorcycle, or another 18-wheeler – it is important to know what information you need and what you need to do next. Our attorneys help people who have been involved in trucking accidents all over the U.S., and […]
Should I Sue the Doctor or the Hospital for Medical Malpractice?
When you have been injured by your healthcare provider, who to hold responsible may be confusing. In general, when we file lawsuits for injured patients, we will include all parties who are possibly at fault. That means the hospital, doctor, doctor’s practice, as well as individual nurses and staff members who may be responsible for […]
