If you suffered a slip and fall injury on someone’s property, you would want them to pay for the damage they had caused you. After all, many slip and fall injuries can be severe, leading to overwhelming medical bills and time off of work. However, some slip and fall injuries do not appear serious, leading[…] Read More
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What if I am Paralyzed After a Car Accident?
Being paralyzed after a car accident is life-changing, whether temporary or permanent. No one ever expects it to happen, and the aftermath can include using a wheelchair, frequent physician and therapist appointments, overwhelming medical bills, and pain and suffering. Paralysis can occur when the spinal cord, its nerves, or the brain is impacted in a[…] Read More
Pennsylvania School Bus Head-On Collision Leaves Nearly 50 Students Hospitalized
On Wednesday morning, a school bus carrying 54 kindergarten through 8th grade students crashed head-on into a tow truck in Luzerne County. The collision occurred on Route 115 when the students were en route to their second day of classes at Bear Creek Community Charter School in Wilkes-Barre, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The bus[…] Read More
How Can I Recover Lost Income After a Car Accident?
Car accidents happen when you least expect them, even if you are a safe and responsible driver who follows the rules of the road and makes safety a top priority. If another motorist is under the influence of drugs or alcohol, driving while distracted, speeding, or engaging in unsafe or reckless driving behavior, you could[…] Read More
Is There a Statute of Limitations in a Slip and Fall Case?
The decision to file a personal injury lawsuit should not be taken lightly, but waiting too long could jeopardize your case. Pennsylvania has a statute of limitations for filing these cases pertaining to slip and falls. People who hesitate and then try to file lawsuits after the deadline might find that their hands are tied,[…] Read More
How Is Fault Determined When Merging Lanes Caused a Car Accident?
Following the rules of the road means obeying the speed limit, keeping your attention focused on the road and the other motorists in the vicinity, and avoiding unsafe driving behaviors, like distracted driving, speeding, and driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. When driving on a busy highway sharing the road with commercial[…] Read More
Can a Passenger Be Liable for a Car Accident?
Cell phones are not the only things that distract drivers; passengers can also be distracting. It is not always possible to drive without anyone else in the car, but can another person be held liable when an accident happens? While certain passengers, like babies, cannot be at fault for distracting drivers in some circumstances, others[…] Read More
What Should I Know About Retail Store Slip and Fall Accidents?
Slip and fall accidents in retail stores or other public places are more common than many realize. The physical injuries can be severe if a customer trips over debris left in an aisle or slips on a wet floor. If your slip and fall accident was caused by a store owner or employee’s negligent management and property[…] Read More
Who Is Liable for a Failure to Yield Accident?
Motorists encounter yield signs often, at intersections, ramps, and other strategic locations on roads and highways. These are in place to remind drivers to give others the right of way. Unfortunately, failing to yield is common, and determining liability in a resulting car accident can be challenging. It is common for multiple parties to be[…] Read More
Can I Collect Compensation for Slipping on a Wet Floor Without a Caution Sign?
Public buildings are required to alert those on the property about potentially dangerous conditions, including wet floors. Bright-colored signs are generally used for this purpose. Slipping on a wet floor without a caution sign could lead to severe injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Owners and managers of public spaces like grocery stores and[…] Read More