Law enforcement officers are granted a range of powers so that they can effectively carry out their official duties. Their powers are not, of course, limitless and they are legally required to exercise their authority within those limits and in a responsible way. Unfortunately, some police officers step out of line or way over the […]
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Common Medical Mistakes Made in the ER
The often fast-paced, high adrenaline, and high-pressure environment in an Emergency Room (ER) setting may make it no surprise that it is one of the most common places for medical mistakes to be made. Regardless, however, we trust emergency room doctors and healthcare workers to provide us the best possible medical care. While the chaotic […]
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Icy Sidewalk Slip and Falls
The season of icy sidewalks and walkways is upon us, Philadelphia. Even the most seasoned of northerners need to remain constantly vigilant in the winter months to be aware of such hazards and to take swift action in addressing such a hazard on their property. Unfortunately, property owners are not always as diligent as they […]
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What is a Survival Action?
In Pennsylvania, if someone dies due to the negligence of another, there are two potential claims that can be brought under state law. One is a wrongful death claim and another is a survival action. Both are governed by the Pennsylvania Wrongful Death Act and are often brought together at the same time. There are, […]
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Wrongful Death Claims in Pennsylvania
Losing a loved one is never easy. Sometimes, the circumstances of the loss can make it even more difficult to cope. When someone is unexpectedly taken for us due to the wrongdoing or carelessness of another, a family can be left in emotional disarray as well as financial straits if that person was a provider […]
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What You Need to Know About Premises Liability Claims
Property owners have a duty to keep their property reasonably free of hazards in order to keep those who come on to their property safe. This is how premises liability claims came to be. When a property owner fails to uphold this duty and someone is injured as a result, the injured party can bring […]
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Why Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
After an accident, the last thing you may feel like doing is contacting an attorney. After all, an auto accident can easily throw your life into seeming chaos. You are likely in pain over your injuries, you have doctors’ appointments to arrange and attend, you have the entire thing to process, and you may feel […]
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Don’t Say These Things After a Car Accident
A car accident can really turn your life upside down. It can be scary and overwhelming. Following an accident, you may be emotional and even distraught. In the immediate aftermath of an accident, however, your actions are crucial. What you do and what you say from the point of impact onward can have serious and […]
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What is the Cap on Medical Malpractice Damages in Pennsylvania?
So many of us place great amounts of trust in our medical providers to give us the care we need to stay healthy or improve our health. Unfortunately, medical mistakes are far too common. When a medical mistake is the result of substandard medical care, a lapse in a medical professional’s duty of care to […]
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Is Pennsylvania a No-Fault Accident State?
Insurance laws and policies can be complicated to untangle and understand. Oftentimes, people just pick the cheapest policy and move on. Understanding your coverage and the insurance laws of your state, however, can have powerful implications for you. This is especially true if you are ever involved in a car accident. After an accident, navigating […]
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