When you are pursued or apprehended by police, or if you have been detained and/or arrested, you have a right to be protected from unnecessary acts of violence by police or law enforcement officers. Under the law, police may only use reasonable force to make an arrest or stop a suspect. If you can … [Read more...]
Determining the Value of an Injury
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When you have been hurt because of the careless or negligent act of another person, one of the first things you want to know, once you've sought legal counsel to help you recover for your losses, is "how much can I expect to recover for my injury?" You want to know that all your losses will be … [Read more...]
Injuries Resulting from Boating or Water Sport Accidents
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When the weather is warm, it seems like almost everyone turns out to enjoy the Pennsylvania's lakes rivers and other waterways. Unfortunately, some of those who are enjoying water sports or who sail our waters are not paying attention to even the most basic of safety rules or to other vessels in the … [Read more...]
Heavy Machinery Injuries Resulting in the Workplace – PA
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the ten most dangerous jobs include mining machines, roofing, collecting refuse and recyclable materials, trucking and industrial machinery and the installation, maintenance and repair of heavy machinery. Additionally, working in construction with heavy … [Read more...]
The Ins and Outs of Dram Shop Laws in PA
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If you or a loved one was involved in an accident caused by a drunk driver, not just the driver may be held at fault. Pennsylvania has a law called the Dram Shop Law. This law holds businesses and staff accountable for serving liquor to people who are already clearly drunk who then drive while … [Read more...]
When Is a Daycare Facility Liable for Negligence?
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When you take your child to a daycare facility, you trust that the owners and employees will use a reasonable standard of care while entrusted to the safety and well-being of your child. What does this mean, though? In what types of situations will a daycare or childcare facility be liable for … [Read more...]
Bounce House Injuries
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In a recent study, as many as 30 children a day are injured in bounce houses at parks , fairs and private homes. Most of these incidents involve children falling inside or out of the inflated houses, and collisions with other children. The numbers show a doubling since 2008, and a 15 fold … [Read more...]
Punitive and Compensatory Damages: What Is the Difference and How Could It Affect Your Rights?
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More Than 70 Combined Years of Personal Injury Legal Experience in Pennsylvania When you are injured by another's negligence, you can often seek compensation or "damages" under the law. Generally, damages can be divided into two categories: Compensatory damages, which can be defined as a sum of … [Read more...]
Brain and Spine Injuries in Southeast Pennsylvania
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More Than 70 Combined Years of Personal Injury Legal Experience in Pennsylvania An inexperienced attorney may have some success increasing the compensation you receive in a minor personal injury case by handling insurance company negotiations for you. But when you or a loved one experience … [Read more...]
Assault and Battery Injuries: Your Rights May Extend Beyond Criminal Charges
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More Than 70 Combined Years of Personal Injury Legal Experience in Philadelphia Property owners have a legal responsibility to keep premises reasonably safe. This can include keeping sidewalks even and shoveled, installing smoke alarms and keeping stairwells and handrails in good repair. But did … [Read more...]