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Jun
Who Can Sue for a Catastrophic Injury in Pennsylvania: the Victim, Family Members, or Both?
The short answer: both. In Pennsylvania, the injured victim has the primary right to sue for a catastrophic injury, but the law also gives specific family members their own legal claims in certain circumstances. Which claims are available, who can file them, and what they can rec...
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Jun
What Are the Statistics on Catastrophic Injuries in Pennsylvania?
Catastrophic injuries devastate lives in seconds. In Pennsylvania alone, tens of thousands of serious injuries occur every year across roadways, worksites, and homes, many leaving victims with permanent disability, lifetime medical care requirements, and financial ruin. The data ...
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Jun
FMCSA Regulations and Philadelphia Truck Accidents: What Violations Mean for Your Case
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates every aspect of commercial trucking in the United States: how long drivers can stay behind the wheel, how vehicles must be maintained, how cargo must be secured, and how carriers must vet the people they hire. When...
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Jun
How to File a Truck Accident Claim in Pennsylvania — A Step-by-Step Process
Under 42 Pa. C. S. § 5524, Pennsylvanians seriously hurt in collisions involving commercial trucks have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit, but the clock on critical evidence starts the moment the accident happens. Fortunately, federal regula...
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May
5 Tips for Summer Pool Safety
As the summer months heat up, there is nothing quite as refreshing as a cool swim in the pool. For some, it is the ideal way to relax, entertain friends, and get in some exercise. Yet, pools are dangerous, and for owners, staying safe while keeping everyone else safe is paramount...
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May
How to Prevent Accidental Drowning at Your New Jersey Summer Pool Party
Enjoying a cool splash in the pool with friends on a hot summer day is certainly an excellent way to spend time. And when you are inviting a group of people over to do so, that makes it even better. Property owners have an obligation to ensure those New Jersey summer pool parties...
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May
The Dangers of Philadelphia Public Pools
You think that public pools are safer than owning your own pool. They can be, but there are also numerous reasons why they can be highly dangerous locations for you and your family. Philadelphia public pools are an important resource for the community, but you should consider the...
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May
What to Do After a Car Accident
After a car accident, slow down and do a few important things: Get to safety, call 911 if there are injuries or the vehicle is undrivable, exchange information, document the scene, see a medical professional, notify your insurer, and avoid admitting fault until the facts are clea...
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May
Pennsylvania Car Accident Laws Explained: Tort, Fault, and Deadlines
Pennsylvania car accident law is shaped around tort choice (full vs. limited), fault rules (who is responsible and by how much), and strict deadlines (how long you have to act). These rules determine whether you can recover damages, how much you can recover, and how quickly you n...
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May
Should I Hire a Car Accident Lawyer for a Minor Accident?
A minor crash can still become a serious claim when pain shows up days later, repair costs climb, or the insurer tries to blame you. That's why you should at least talk to a car accident lawyer after a minor accident if you were hurt, fault is unclear, the insurance company...
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May
What Are the Dog Bite Laws in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania's dog bite law combines strict liability and negligence. In most cases, a dog owner is strictly liable for a victim's medical expenses if their dog injures someone, even if the dog had never bitten before. However, to recover additional damages, such as lost wa...
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May
Who Is Liable in an Electric Scooter Crash?
Most electric scooter crashes fall under personal injury law, specifically negligence. As such, liability can fall on the scooter rider, a negligent driver, the scooter rental company, a property owner, a manufacturer, or even a government entity responsible for unsafe road condi...
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