Archive for the ‘Personal Injury’ Category

In the United States, as many as eight babies out of 1,000 live births suffer a significant birth injury and nearly half of those are avoidable. In many cases, there were steps that could have been taken to avoid injury to the infant and have a more positive outcome. Although parents may not be able …

Until you have been involved in a car accident, there are certain things you may incorrectly believe about this type of incident. The following myths are not only untrue, but a lack of clarification can leave you vulnerable to being taken advantage of in a time that you need compensation. 1. I Can Work It …

Elderly people are harmed or taken advantage of far too often by individuals trusted to provide care. Health care professionals that work in facilities or provide home care are not the only individuals to keep a mindful eye on. According to The National Center on Elderly Abuse, the most frequent offenders are family members of the …

There is no justification for incidents of distracted driving, especially when it causes a collision. Accidental death, severe injuries, and considerable property damage are the potential consequences each time you decide to take your attention away from the task of driving. Our New Jersey Car accident attorneys advocate awareness of the statistics and understands the need …

Individuals employed in the welding industry are a high risk demographic for dangerous asbestos exposure and the resulting health complications. The dangers were completely unknown back in the 1970’s, so protective items actually contained the dangerous substance. Symptoms can take decades to develop, making it fairly common for career welders to see a new diagnosis …

Sharing the road is not always easy when you are in a hurry to get to work, school, or anywhere else to accomplish life’s daily tasks. Many drivers have become frustrated with bicyclists, and believe the presence of bicyclists on busy streets puts both the cyclists and drivers at risk. There will always be situations …

Many Pennsylvania residents have suffered injuries at some point in their lives that may have gone away overtime, or perhaps still bother them from time to time. Back pain is a common example, and plagues millions of Americans. Back injuries are also common when it comes to auto accidents, and this should come as no …

When filing a personal injury lawsuit, you are filing a civil action that is separate from the criminal system. As such, any form of “punishment” associated with a personal injury verdict comes in the form of money, and is termed “punitive damages.” Under Pennsylvania law, punitive damages may be awarded to a plaintiff in a …

Motorcycles are often seen as more than just a mode of transportation. There is a culture that surrounds motorcycles, and many are cherished just like any collectible car. Just as is the case with any automobile, operating a motorcycle can be safe. However, reckless and negligent operation of any motor vehicle increases the risk that …

Shopping malls and department stores provide a convenient way for consumers like you to purchase multiple goods during one trip, avoiding the need to drive from one store to the next. Along with conveniences in life comes the risk of injury. It is already generally understood that slip and fall accidents occur all the time …