When a drunk driver causes an accident that leads to injuries or property damage, that driver will usually be held responsible for their actions. However, there are times when other parties aside from the impaired driver can be held liable for damages. In Pennsylvania, there is something called dram shop laws that allow establishments or licensed individuals who serve alcohol… READ MORE

The only way that our roads can remain safe is if every individual abides by traffic laws. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for individuals to violate traffic laws, and this can lead to a citation as well as serious accidents. Here, we want to discuss the main Pennsylvania traffic laws that will most likely lead to a vehicle accident if… READ MORE

How many times have you driven your vehicle, been cut off by someone else, and thought, “Wow, I had the right of way there.” The reality is that most of us have thought about this at some point. However, state law in Pennsylvania does not assign the right of way to anyone, though it does state who is required to… READ MORE

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur in a variety of ways, including after a vehicle accident. A study from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) indicates that approximately 39.2% of all motor vehicle accident survivors developed symptoms of PTSD. This is a significant number of individuals in Pennsylvania and throughout the US. Here, we want to discuss the main… READ MORE

The vast majority of vehicle accidents occur because a driver on the roadway makes a mistake. Often, these mistakes occur due to the careless or reckless actions of a driver. Here, we want to discuss the difference between negligent driving and reckless driving on the roadways of Pennsylvania. There is a difference between these two terms, although it may seem… READ MORE

If an individual sustains an injury or property damage caused by the careless or negligent actions of a truck driver or trucking company, they should be able to recover compensation for their losses. This generally includes a range of economic and non-economic losses, including medical bills, lost income, out-of-pocket expenses, property damage expenses, and pain and suffering damages.  However, punitive… READ MORE

Individuals who sustained injuries caused by a slip and fall incident on another person’s property may be able to recover compensation for their losses. However, just like any other personal injury claim, a victim will have to prove the liability of the other party in order to recover the compensation they are entitled to. Here, we want to examine the… READ MORE

Accidents involving larger semi-trucks can result in devastating consequences for those inside smaller passenger vehicles. These incidents occur in a wide variety of ways, and they can be the fault of either the traditional car driver, the truck driver, the trucking company, or various other parties. Here, we want to describe some of the most common causes of semi-truck accidents… READ MORE

After a commercial truck accident occurs in Philadelphia with surrounding areas, there are various steps that victims need to take to help ensure their well-being and that they recover compensation for their losses. One of the main aspects of these cases is proving liability for the incident, and this involves gathering evidence. However, the evidence tends to disappear, get destroyed,… READ MORE

In the hours, days, and weeks that follow a spinal cord injury, there are various steps that individuals need to take to help ensure that they recover full compensation for their losses. Seek Medical Care It is critical for any spinal cord injury victim to seek medical care as soon as possible after an incident. Often, spinal cord injuries do… READ MORE