As in any other state, drunk drivers continue to pose a huge risk to other motorists in Pennsylvania. The holiday season, between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day, and its attendant revelry, usually means that there are more intoxicated motorists on the road....
Year: 2017
What’s the time limit for a medical negligence-caused death case?
A recent opinion from the Pennsylvania Supreme Court clarified the statute of limitations - the time limit for filing a lawsuit - in cases where a person dies because of medical negligence. Justice Sallie Mundy wrote the opinion in the case of Dubose v. Quinlan....
Truck accidents underscore potential for serious injuries
Commercial trucks can cause serious injuries when they are involved in accidents. Their sheer size and weight may result in catastrophic damage to smaller vehicles, which in turn compromises the smaller vehicle's ability to protect its occupants. The damage can be...
Health care warranties: compensation for medical negligence?
When medical professionals are negligent or make mistakes, patients and insurers are usually the ones who have to foot the bill. This is different from most other industries where a provider is expected to make good on a faulty service or product. If a person paid a...
What are hours of service requirements for truck drivers?
Road trips can be fun adventures for Pottsville residents who enjoy the open road and time behind the wheels of their vehicles. When they take off they may be fueled by the energy and excitement of a new journey. However, when they get tired their excitement may wane...
Know your rights after suffering a vehicle accident
Thanksgiving and a slew of winter holidays are just around the corner. Pennsylvanians have arrived at the holiday season and along with more time off to enjoy celebrations with friends and family, many people will take to the roads to reach their loved ones for...
Fatalities from drunk driving accidents are unfortunately common
Drunk driving is a preventable evil that claims lives all across the country. Pennsylvanians carry the heavy burdens of suffering from these tragic traffic incidents as hundreds of individuals die on area roads each year due to the reckless conduct of intoxicated...
The dangers of truck accidents
In recent weeks, this blog has discussed truck accidents and the dangers they present to Pennsylvania residents. Truck accidents can result in far more catastrophic injuries and damages to victims than a car accident involving passenger vehicles. A fully loaded semi...
What should I do after a car accident?
The period of time following a car accident can be chaotic and overwhelming, however, it is important for car accident victims to know the steps to take following a car accident to ensure they receive appropriate medical care and preserve a claim for their damages if...
Victims of surgical errors are legally protected
Surgical errors can be devastating to victims which is why victims have important legal protections when they have been injured or otherwise harmed by surgical errors or other medical malpractice. When a medical care provider has been careless and negligently harmed a...