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Who Is Liable in a Rear-End Collision?
Rear-end collisions are the most common type of car accidents, and although not always serious, they often result in significant property damage and can cause a range of injuries from soft tissue strains and sprains to more severe injuries involving nerve damage, ruptured discs, facial lacerations, and more. While determining liability in a rear-end… Read More »
What Is the Difference Between Slip and Fall and Trip and Fall?
Accidents resulting in personal injuries are unfortunately common, especially in bustling cities like Philadelphia. Among these incidents, slip and fall and trip and fall accidents are particularly prevalent. Although these terms are often used interchangeably, they describe different types of accidents with distinct causes and implications. Understanding the difference between slip and fall and… Read More »
Philadelphia Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are some of the most devastating and life-altering injuries an individual can endure. These injuries occur when there is damage to the spinal cord, the bundle of nerves running down the middle of the back that transmits signals between the brain and the body. SCIs can result in a host… Read More »
Most Common Causes of Construction Accidents
Construction sites are inherently dangerous places, and construction work consistently ranks as one of the most dangerous jobs in Pennsylvania. That said, there is no question that many if not most construction accidents could be prevented if owners, developers and contractors took reasonable steps to provide a safe worksite, including making sure construction workers… Read More »
Understanding Full Tort vs. Limited Tort in Pennsylvania Auto Insurance Law
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident, you’re going to need financial assistance to cover your medical expenses, lost wages and car repair. You might also be able to get compensation for your pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other so-called “noneconomic” damages. What you can receive and how you go about getting… Read More »
Understanding the Differences: Personal Injury vs. Wrongful Death Claims in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Traffic crashes are painful, traumatic and tragic, whether they turn out to be fatal or non-fatal. In an injury accident, the focus is on the injury victim for the most part, while after a fatal crash, one considers the loss of the individual as well as the impact of that loss on surviving family… Read More »
What You Should Consider When Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney in Philadelphia
When you’re faced with the aftermath of an accident in Philadelphia, you might know you need a lawyer, but how do you decide who to hire? Finding the right personal injury attorney for your particular case is a crucial step in ensuring that your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you… Read More »
What Types of Cases Do Personal Injury Lawyers Handle?
Personal injury law is a crucial area of legal practice for individuals who have suffered injuries due to the negligence or wrongful actions of others. Personal injury lawyers play a pivotal role in ensuring that injury victims receive the compensation they deserve by building a strong, evidence-backed case, negotiating an effective settlement with the… Read More »
I Was Hit by an Uninsured Driver. What Do I Do?
Pennsylvania requires all vehicle owners in the state to maintain liability insurance on their cars to cover property damage or injuries they might cause in a crash. If you get hurt in a car accident, you have a claim for your damages against the at-fault driver, and their insurance is meant to cover your… Read More »
How Tailgating Causes Car Accidents & How to Prevent Them
Tailgating, or following another vehicle too closely, is a dangerous driving behavior that poses significant risks to motorists on the crowded, busy streets of Philadelphia. Tailgating reduces the reaction time a driver has to make quick decisions and increases the likelihood of rear-end collisions. As a law firm that regularly represents victims of distracted… Read More »