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The Most Common Injuries Associated with Car Accidents
Two weeks ago, a college student died in a drunk driving accident in Philadelphia. The woman and her friend called an Uber ride-sharing vehicle on the night of the accident. A driver who appeared to be drunk hit the Uber vehicle and instantly killed one female passenger. The other passenger suffered serious injuries, including… Read More »
What to Do After a Car Accident in Philadelphia
Car accidents can be jarring, traumatic experiences. While you may be overwhelmed with the trauma of the experience itself as well as the consequences–property damage, injuries, time in the hospital, medical bills, time off of work, etc.–there are a few important steps to take right after an accident that will be of vital importance… Read More »
Common Treatments for Severe Burn Injuries
Burn injuries can be incredibly painful and debilitating. Burn injuries happen for a variety of reasons, from cooking injuries to chemical burns. Dry heat from fires, wet heat from steam, sun, electricity, and chemicals can all cause serious burn injuries. The treatment of burn injuries can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical… Read More »
Boating Accidents During Philadelphia Winters
Many Pennsylvania residents associate recreational boating with pleasant summer weather. However, many Pennsylvania residents continue to take their boats out throughout the fall and winter. Hunters, fishermen, and recreational boat owners do not always stop using their boats when the weather turns cold. Boat accidents do not stop during the fall and winter months…. Read More »
Pennsylvania Man Wins $10 Million Court Award after Philadelphia Slip-and-Fall Accident
A Pennsylvania man was recently awarded $10 million in a settlement agreement after he was forced into early retirement by devastating injuries suffered in a slip-and-fall accident. Learn more about the accident and the resulting claim below, and contact a seasoned Philadelphia personal injury lawyer for help after an accident. The plaintiff in the… Read More »
Five of the Largest Pennsylvania Personal Injury Verdicts
Philadelphia juries have been known to issue large awards when accidents cause catastrophic injuries. In certain cases involving particularly egregious behavior, Philadelphia juries will award costs for medical care, pain and suffering, lost income, and an additional amount for punitive damages. When punitive damages are included, juries can reach verdicts for hundreds of millions… Read More »
Child Safety and Uber/Lyft Rides
As rideshare services like Uber and Lyft become more popular, concerns about the safety of these vehicles have been on the rise. One issue that has been cropping up recently is the safety of children in rideshare vehicles. What are the legal requirements for child safety in commercial vehicles? Can you bring your own… Read More »
What Happens After an Uber or Lyft Crash in Pennsylvania
Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft are becoming more and more commonplace, replacing standard yellow taxis and personal commutes. While there are many benefits, including a reduction in the number of drunk driving accidents in many locales, for example, rideshare drivers are still humans, prone to negligent or even reckless behavior on the road. … Read More »
Sexual Assault in Philadelphia Nursing Homes
If you have an elderly relative who requires significant care and monitoring or who would benefit from being in a community with other similarly-situated people, setting up your loved one in a nursing home or assisted living facility may be a wonderful option. We trust nursing homes to take care of our aging parents… Read More »
Newly Proposed Pennsylvania Bill 1737 Would Protect Subcontractors From Construction Error Liability
When a wall or staircase collapses and injures someone, who is liable? The question is more complicated than it seems. While it seems logical to sue the property owner, if the owner took all reasonable precautions and hired a qualified construction crew in the first instance to build the building, can the owner seek… Read More »