Understanding the Statute of Limitations in a Personal Injury Lawsuit When you have been hurt because of the careless, negligent or wrongful acts of another person, you must initiate legal action to recover any losses within a specific period of time from the date the injury occurred. This is known … [Read more...]
The Most Common Elevator Accidents
The Most Common Elevator Accidents If you work in a metropolitan area, chances are good you get on an elevator every day. Though you may not realize it, more than 17,000 people are seriously injured every year in elevator accidents. Here are some of the most common causes of elevator accidents and … [Read more...]
Philadelphia City Hall Bed Bug Infestation
Bed Bug Infestation at Philadelphia City Hall I was sorry to hear about the bed bug infestation in a portion of the Philadelphia City Hall building. As a personal injury attorney who has represented numerous individuals against landlords, hotels, and movie theaters, I know how difficult it is to … [Read more...]
Proving That Your Injuries are Serious
Proving That Your Injuries are Serious Often, in the aftermath of an accident, as you take steps to move forward with your life, one of the biggest challenges is demonstrating to a judge and jury the serious nature of your injuries. Some of the most debilitating injuries can often be most difficult … [Read more...]
What is Loss of Consortium?
What is Loss of Consortium? If you know someone who has been hurt in an accident, you may have heard them talk about recovering damages for "loss of consortium," but you may not know what that is. If you have been injured because of someone else's carelessness or negligence, you may wonder whether … [Read more...]
The Importance of an Expert Witness in a Personal Injury Case
When you have been injured because of someone else's carelessness or negligence, even if liability is not an issue, getting full and fair compensation for all your losses can be a complicated affair. The full extent of your injuries may not be apparent on the surface. You may need long term medical … [Read more...]
The Types of Spinal Cord Injuries
Any time you suffer trauma to your spinal cord, you need to be concerned about the long-term consequences. Your spinal cord houses your central nervous system—simple bruising or swelling can lead to loss of sensation or motor skills. Often, the full significance of your injury may not be apparent … [Read more...]
Injuries at Amusement Parks
Studies conducted by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) show that nearly 10,000 people are hurt every year in accidents at amusement parks. Over a 14 year period, more than 50 people died in amusement park accidents, with more than one in four deaths coming on roller coasters. About half … [Read more...]
Bicycle Accidents on Dangerous Roadways
Studies show that most serious cyclists are hyper-conscious about their safety when on public roadways. Most wouldn't think of getting on the road without proper safety gear, and are vigilant to monitor traffic and minimize the risk of injury. However, when roadways are poorly maintained or signs or … [Read more...]