15
Jan
I Was Hit by a Forklift at a Philadelphia Home Depot; What Next?
A Home Depot forklift accident is more prevalent than you might think. There have been several forklift accident cases across the country where customers suffer an injury from a forklift while completing their home improvement shopping. In 2005 a man suffered neck, and spinal cor...
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15
Jan
Civil Claims in Sexual Assault Cases: How to Seek Justice in Full
Victims in sexual assault cases can and should seek full claims against their assailants both criminally and civilly if they choose to do so. If a survivor of sexual assault is in the midst of criminal charges against their abuser it does not stop them from also seeking civil cha...
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15
Jan
Trampoline Parks: Potential for Personal Injury Compensation
Trampoline parks offer a fun activity for kids and adults alike, however there is more and more evidence coming out that these facilities are more dangerous than one might think. These trampoline park companies, such as Sky Zone, Altitude, and Launch, are oftentimes poorly regula...
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15
Jan
Factors that Impact Claims for Damages after Car Accidents
As most Philadelphia commuters know, car accidents are not uncommon in the city and depending on the severity of the injuries obtained, can be very costly for the victim. Injuries sustained from car accidents can result in extra stress for the victim financially if they have to p...
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15
Jan
Liability in Rideshare Accidents
With the increased popularity of rideshare services, companies like Uber and Lyft have become extremely profitable while claiming little to no responsibility for the actions of their drivers. Rideshare services are regularly utilized in contexts in which accidents are likely to o...
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15
Jan
Rideshare Car Accident? You Can Still Be Eligible to File Claims
With the increasing popularity of rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft, the likelihood of car accidents involving these vehicles increases as well. It is important to examine all the factors that could be considered when seeking claims for damages in one of these accidents in...
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15
Jan
Setting the Precedent: Lawsuits Against Elmiron
Recently lawsuits have begun to come out against Janssen Pharmaceuticals, a branch of Johnson & Johnson, claiming that the company did not adequately warn users of the risks associated with the drug. The prescription oral drug approved in 1996 was intended to treat bladder an...
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15
Jan
Car Accidents in Philadelphia
Due to its historical physical landscape and large population, car accidents in Philadelphia are unfortunately all too common. With the steady increase in car crashes within the city, from 10,688 car accidents in 2009 to 11,003 in 2018, many people have sought out personal injury...
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15
Jan
Users of Elmiron May Have Case for Damages Against the Drug
Users of the drug Elmiron may be eligible to file claims against the manufacturers of the drug if they have experienced serious vision problems from use of the drug. Elmiron, or pentosan polysulfate sodium, is a popular drug manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceuticals to treat pain i...
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15
Jan
Elmiron: Intended Uses and Potential Dangers
Pentosan polysulfate sodium, known by the brand name Elmiron, is a prescription oral drug used to treat discomfort and pain in the bladder associated with Interstitial Cystitis (IC). IC is a chronic bladder condition that results in pain, inflammation, and irritation of the bladd...
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15
Jan
What is the Difference Between Compensatory and Punitive Damages?
Compensatory damages are meant to repay you for what you lost—medical bills, lost income, and the real impact the injury had on your life. Punitive damages, on the other hand, are not about repayment. They are meant to punish extreme misconduct and deter similar behavior in...
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18
Dec
When is a Personal Injury Settlement Taxable?
When individuals are pursuing financial compensation for an injury through a personal injury lawsuit, a common question tends to arise. What happens at tax-time with any monies recovered through civil litigation? Ultimately, the answer is…it depends. There are multiple factors tha...
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