Grocery stores are busy places. People move fast through aisles and checkout lanes. Spills can happen at any time. During a storm, many pairs of wet shoes travel in and out. This creates a real risk for falls. These risks affect shoppers every day. A wet floor can be hard to see. Clear liquids … [Read more...]
Winter Pedestrian Injuries After Snow and Ice in Pennsylvania
Winter storms become a fixture of daily life across Pennsylvania. Snow and ice can fall quickly and stay for days. Roads become slick, and sidewalks become hard to use. Snow often covers walking paths people use every day. Recent storms showed how unpredictable winter weather can be. Heavy snow … [Read more...]
How Snowbanks Create Dangerous Blind Spots for Pedestrians
Snowbanks and Blocked Sightlines Put Pedestrians at Risk in Pennsylvania Winters Snowstorms change daily life across Pennsylvania every winter. When snow falls, plows work fast to clear roads so cars can keep moving. This work is needed, but the snow has to be pushed somewhere. Most of the time, it … [Read more...]
Handling Out-of-State Accidents in Pennsylvania
Handling Out-of-State Accidents in Pennsylvania Car accidents do not always happen close to home. Many people travel through Pennsylvania every day. Some are commuting. Others are visiting family. Many are passing through on long trips. Pennsylvania roads stay busy year round. Cars from many … [Read more...]
The Link Between PTSD and Personal Injury Cases
PTSD | Personal Injury | Car Accidents Serious accidents and violent assaults change lives in many ways. Most people think first about broken bones, cuts, or bruises. Those injuries are real. They are painful. They are visible. But not all injuries can be seen. Many people walk away from car … [Read more...]
How Orthopedic Hardware After an Accident Affects Your Claim
Severe injuries often require surgery, and for many accident victims, that means orthopedic hardware—plates, screws, rods, or artificial joints. These devices can restore stability and mobility, but they also change how an injury is evaluated in a personal injury claim. When metal hardware becomes … [Read more...]
Road Debris & Poor Maintenance Can Lead to Liability After Crash
Potholes, loose gravel, and stray cargo are more than annoyances. They can cause blown tires, sudden swerves, rollovers, and chain-reaction crashes. When a road hazard leads to injuries, you may wonder who is responsible. Sometimes the answer is a private driver who failed to secure a load. Other … [Read more...]
Injuries Due to Inadequate Lighting in Parking Lots or Stairwells
Poor lighting hides danger. In a dim parking lot, a pothole looks like a shadow. On a dark stairwell, a broken tread blends into the step below it. Underlit areas increase the chance of trips, missteps, collisions with unseen hazards, and even crime. When injuries result, the question becomes who is … [Read more...]
Workers’ Compensation vs. Personal Injury
When you are injured on the job or because of someone else’s negligence, one of the first questions you may have is how to recover the money you need for medical treatment, lost wages, and other expenses. In many cases, your legal options fall into one of two categories: workers’ compensation or … [Read more...]
Settlements vs. Trials in Personal Injury Cases
After an injury, you face medical bills, time off work, and stress. You also face a choice: settle your claim or take it to trial. Most cases settle. Some should go to court. Knowing why, how long each path can take, and what risks are involved helps you protect your future. Why most cases … [Read more...]