Suing Municipalities for Injuries in Public Spaces All 50 states and the municipalities that they comprise are protected by a concept known as "sovereign immunity," which is government immunity from lawsuits. Nevertheless, every state has passed laws that waive this immunity to some degree. Those … [Read more...]
A Slip and Fall Accident Can Have Long-term Repercussions
June 22, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Injuries That Often Result From a Slip and Fall Accident A simple activity, such as walking to the restroom at work or strolling through the mall with a friend, can lead to serious injuries if you slip and fall. Wet floors, debris left lying in a walkway, and numerous other issues can make public … [Read more...]
How to Tell If a Property Is Failing to Protect People From COVID-19
August 23, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Signs That a Property Is Likely to Spread COVID With almost 5 million confirmed COVID-19 cases in the United States as of August 2020, it is important for landlords, retailers, and restaurant owners to provide safe environments for clients. Unfortunately, some are failing to meet basic safety … [Read more...]
Don’t Let the BedBugs Bite
March 22, 2016 by
Don't Let the BedBugs Bite A recent article indicated that the School District of Philadelphia has had a bedbug problem at Dobbins High School, and that the students are safe while the school cleans the property. As a personal injury attorney who has been handling bedbug-related litigation for … [Read more...]
Philadelphia City Hall Bed Bug Infestation
September 17, 2015 by
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...]
What is an Attractive Nuisance?
November 4, 2013 by
We've all heard a story like this—a small child climbs a sand pile or wanders into a swimming pool, attracted simply by curiosity. Unfortunately, in many of these instances, all does not end well. The sand pile may collapse in on the child, or the child may not know how to swim. Under the law, … [Read more...]
Injuries at Amusement Parks
August 12, 2013 by
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...]
The Ins and Outs of Dram Shop Laws in PA
May 10, 2013 by
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?
April 16, 2013 by
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...]
Dog Attacks in Pennsylvania – What Are Your Rights?
November 21, 2012 by
More Than 70 Years of Combined Personal Injury Legal Help in Philadelphia and Allentown When you are injured a car accident, you exchange insurance information and/or wait for the police to arrive. When you are injured at work you bring the matter to your supervisor. When you are injured in a … [Read more...]