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- Do You Have to Report a Car Accident in Pennsylvania?
Aug 30, 2022
Generally, the state of Pennsylvania doesn’t require all kinds of car accidents to be reported at the time of the crash. The nature of the accident and the degree of injury and damage caused will determine whether or not an accident is reportable. Whether you’re involved in a minor or major crash in the state of Pennsylvania, it’s always advised that you contact the police at the time of the incident, because a police report...Read More - LIABILITY FOR UBER, LYFT, AND OTHER RIDESHARE ACCIDENTS IN PENNSYLVANIA
Aug 28, 2022
Rideshare is an effective means of transportation that allows multiple people to use a single car to get to their various destinations. It’s also believed that rideshare services are more convenient, more likely to reduce traffic congestion, and the best ways to prevent DUI situations. However, if you’re ever involved in an accident with injuries while using rideshare cars such as Uber and Lyft, you may be confused as to who should be held liable...Read More - NEGOTIATING WITH INSURANCE CLAIM ADJUSTERS
Aug 27, 2022
Who are insurance claim adjusters? Insurance claim adjusters are agents of insurance companies who often evaluate and process insurance claims. Adjusters are charged with the duty of inspecting damaged properties and analyzing the level of damage, interviewing claimants and witnesses, and perusing police reports. They are sometimes known as claims specialists, claims representatives or claims analysts. You must understand who these adjusters are, how they can be approached, and the best ways to ensure that...Read More - Pennsylvania Bicycle Safety Laws
Aug 1, 2022
Riding a bike in Pennsylvania should not put your life at risk. Unfortunately, getting into a serious bicycle accident is always a possibility due to reckless and careless drivers sharing the road with you. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, there were 819 bicycle accidents reported in 2020, with 22 fatalities. While you may not always be able to prevent an accident caused by a dangerous driver, you can reduce your crash risk by...Read More - What to Do if You Get Hit By a Car While Riding Your Bicycle
Aug 1, 2022
No matter how careful you are, you cannot control the actions of the drivers that are sharing the road with you when you bike in Pennsylvania. Our team of Pittsburgh car accident lawyers understand that unfortunately, drivers are prone to mistakes and bad decision-making behind the wheel that cause hundreds of bicycle accidents each year. If you get hit by a car while riding your bicycle in Pittsburgh, try to remain calm and remember the...Read More - Should I Replace My Child’s Car Seat After an Accident?
Jun 29, 2022
A car seat or booster seat is a legal requirement in Pennsylvania for children under the age of eight, as well as the best way to protect your child in the event of a motor vehicle accident. What many parents don’t know is that after a car accident occurs, they may need to replace their car seats for safety reasons. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has specific guidelines for when car seats do...Read More - How Long Does It Take to Get a Settlement Check From a Car Accident?
Jun 1, 2022
Before you can pick up the pieces and move forward after a car accident in Pennsylvania, you need to receive the settlement check owed to you by a car insurance company. It is normal to be impatient when it comes to waiting for a settlement check, as it can feel like your life is on pause until you receive the money that you need to pay for medical bills, lost wages and property repairs. It...Read More - Pennsylvania Auto Insurance Requirements
Jun 1, 2022
Before a motor vehicle owner is allowed to register a car or operate it on public roads, he or she must obtain mandatory insurance coverage. Pennsylvania has a complicated insurance system and is one of only 12 no-fault car accident states in the country. Working with a Pittsburgh car accident lawyer can help you understand how Pennsylvania’s auto insurance laws work can assist you through the process of what to do after a car accident...Read More - Lawrence County jury awards $1.6 Million in medical malpractice case
May 21, 2022
On May 12, 2022, New Castle personal injury attorneys Dallas Hartman and Patrick Sullivan secured a $1.6 million verdict against William Gilleland, Jr., M.D., in a medical malpractice trial. After a week long trial in Lawrence County presided over by The Honorable J. Craig Cox of The Common Pleas Court, the jury ruled that Dr. Gilleland violated his duty of care. The jury awarded $1,000,000.00 for past pain, suffering, and disfigurement and $600,000.00 for future...Read More - Can I Sue for Nerve Damage Caused During Surgery?
May 17, 2022
Undergoing surgery always comes with the risk of complications. If you find out that you suffered nerve damage during an operation or procedure, however, there is a chance that it was caused by medical malpractice. Nerve damage is a type of surgical error that is often preventable with an appropriate amount of care by the surgeon and surgical assistants. If a case of nerve damage constitutes medical malpractice, you have the right to file a...Read More