Did you know that there are more dangerous times to drive than others? Most of the time, we don’t really think about this. We need to get somewhere and we pick a time that works best for us and our schedule. Taking into account when it is more dangerous to be out driving, however, can […]
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Stay Safe Against the Rise in Personal Injury Risks this Summer
Schools out for summer! Yes, the joy of summer is the stuff of classic songs and treasured memories. The weather is beautiful. People are taking vacations and celebrating. It really is a magical time. This summer season, make sure that the good times keep rolling by being aware of those common summertime personal injury dangers […]
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Truck Crash Risk Factors
Big rigs are just a part of American life on the roads. It is easy to become complacent when traveling alongside these oversized vehicles, but it is critical that we all be mindful of the risks of sharing the roads with semi-trucks. The sheer size and weight of these vehicles, combined with the weight of […]
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Dangers of a Delayed Cancer Diagnosis
Delayed diagnosis is a common medical mistake that forms the foundation for medical malpractice actions. Not all delayed diagnosis situations will, of course, equate to medical malpractice but many times this is the case. When a doctor or other medical provider fails to provide the requisite standard of care in evaluating a patient and their […]
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Pennsylvania Insurance Requirements for Motorcycles
Just like all car drivers in Pennsylvania need to carry proper insurance coverage, so do all motorcyclists in the state. Yes, Pennsylvania law mandates that those operating motorcycles must carry certain insurance coverage. As an aside, the state also requires riders who are not over 21 years of age and lack two years of riding […]
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Can You Sue a Hospital for Medical Malpractice?
Hospitals are supposed to be places where you can find relief and healing for your injuries and other health conditions. Unfortunately, some people receive substandard care at hospitals and, as a result, needlessly suffer. If you were harmed instead of helped at a hospital, you are likely wondering who you can hold legally responsible. Can […]
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Warning Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
We trust nursing home facilities and their workers with our most vulnerable loved ones. It is a tragedy that, with almost two million Americans living in nursing home and other long term care facilities, nursing home abuse and neglect continues to be a problem. Nursing home abuse is considered to be the intentional infliction of […]
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Who Can Be Held Liable for Defective Medical Devices?
Medical devices have come to play a vital role in U.S. health care. With advances in technology, these devices can save lives. They can also be used to greatly improve the lives of those that use them. We have come to trust and rely on medical devices and many have reaped the benefits as a […]
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Pennsylvania’s Limited Tort Serious Injury Threshold
Accident and insurance laws are complicated and many people like to think knowing about them is really on an “as needed” basis. It’s true. Most people do not think about their car insurance coverage and what it means if they get into an accident until they actually get into an accident. Whether you have recently […]
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Determining Fault in a Rear-End Accident
In a personal injury auto accident claim, determining fault is a critical element to establish. After all, the party who is found to be at fault for causing the accident can legally be held responsible for compensating the injured party for the harm they suffered as a result of the accident. This means the at-fault […]
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