The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that, in 2016 alone, there were 5,987 pedestrian fatalities in U.S. traffic crashes. On top of that, close to 129,000 pedestrians received emergency room treatment for non-fatal crash-related injuries in 2015. The CDC goes on to report that pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than occupants of passenger […]
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Who Is Liable for Dog Bites?
Being attacked by a dog and sustaining a dog bite injury is a scary experience. Pennsylvania law requires that owners and keepers of dogs maintain reasonable control over their dogs at all times. This includes confining their dogs on their premises and using restraint devices such as collars, chains, and leashes when necessary. Unfortunately, dog […]
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Who Can Sue for Wrongful Death in Pennsylvania?
A wrongful death claim can be brought in cases when someone would have been able to bring a personal injury claim but died before being able to do so because they were fatally injured due to negligence or an intentional, harmful act perpetrated by the defendant in the action. For instance, a wrongful death action […]
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Medical Malpractice Damage Caps
Under Pennsylvania law, medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional violates his or her professional duty or standard of care. This is called committing “medical negligence.” The applicable standard of care in these kinds of cases is the generally accepted medical practices of a group of medical professionals in the same geographic region treating patients […]
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Leading Causes of Electrocutions on Construction Sites
The construction industry is a dangerous field for employees. There is a reason that when you envision a construction worker, he or she is usually decked out in safety gear, such as the notable yellow hardhat and orange safety vest. Construction sites are littered with hazards. These hazards can lead to serious injuries that may […]
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What Do You Need to Prove in a Product Liability Case?
Dangerous product defects can cause devastating injuries to consumers. If you have been injured in such a way, you may be wondering what happens next. You may have legal recourse and seek compensation for your injuries through a product liability claim. There are, however, certain things you will need to prove to make a successful […]
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What Is the Notice Requirement in Premises Liability Cases?
If you have injured yourself on the property of another person or on a business’s property, you may be able to bring a premises liability claim seeking compensation for your injuries and other losses. To successfully bring a premises liability claim, you must be prepared to establish that the defendant, the person you are bringing […]
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Wrongful Death Suit Filed Against Penn State Fraternity
If a person dies as the result of someone else’s negligent or intentional action, then that person’s estate or family members may file a wrongful death claim. This is exactly what was done by the parents of Tim Piazza after their son died at a Pennsylvania State University fraternity party back in February of 2017. […]
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Motorcyclist Dies, Woman and Four Children Injured in SUV Crash
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation reports that there were 1,137 traffic fatalities in 2017 alone. That same year, there were 351 reportable traffic crashes every day. This means that about 15 crashes occurred every hour. Additionally, 221 people per day were injured in crashes. This means that someone was injured in a reported traffic crash […]
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$8.5 Million Verdict Awarded to Couple in Medical Malpractice Suit
Medical malpractice injuries often have devastating and lasting consequences. If your health has suffered because a treating medical professional failed to treat you at a standard accepted by other similarly situated health care professionals, then you have a legal right to seek compensation for the damage done by his or her negligence. Medical malpractice victims […]
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