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Serious Trucking Accidents & Manufacturing Defects: What You Should Know

 While the vast majority of trucking accidents that occur across the U.S. stem from driver negligence, many others are caused by a truck’s manufacturing defects. Truckers, especially those that move cargo across various parts of the country in large tractor trailers, rely heavily upon the safety of their vehicles. However, defect-related trucking accidents are unfortunately … Read more

Social Security Disability Benefits to Increase By 1.7 Percent

Making ends meet on Social Security Disability benefits can be difficult since most recipients only receive a portion of the earnings they were making while working. That’s why it will come as a relief to many Social Security Disability recipients that they will see a slight increase in payments next year. The Social Security Administration … Read more

What Amount of Care is Reasonable in a Slip and Fall Accident?

If you have gone to a business or other property and suffered from injuries caused by a slip and fall injury, otherwise known as a trip and fall accident, you may be wondering who is responsible for paying for the harm that you suffered. This question often turns on whether the owner of the property, … Read more

Veterans Benefits & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Knowing Your Rights

Members of the armed services who engaged in prolonged combat or experienced some other type of traumatizing event while serving in the military may be at risk for developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD, also commonly referred to as battle fatigue or “shell shock”, has been a recognized as a condition suffered by soldiers for … Read more

Who is Responsible in a Slip and Fall Accident?

 There are many people who joke about people bringing legal action against someone as the result of a slip and fall accident, but the fact is that these accidents result in serious injuries that alter the course of a person’s life. These seemingly amusing accidents can result in broken bones, spinal damage, or traumatic brain … Read more

New Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Law Places Limits on Doctors’ Ability to Dispense Medications

Most employers in Pennsylvania are required to carry insurance that covers expenses related to an accident that leaves an employee injured. These policies, called Pennsylvania workers’ compensation coverage, once allowed doctors providing treatment to dispense medications to patients, but a new law that went into effect will change that. The Pennsylvania House of Representatives recently … Read more

FAQs Regarding Veterans Benefits & Eligibility

 When applying for veterans’ benefits, it is important to educate yourself to the fullest extent possible. In other words, having knowledge about the law and the associated process of qualifying for benefits can significantly influence the outcome of your case. Accordingly, our team of qualified legal professionals have compiled the following list of the most … Read more

Serious Accidents Caused by Overloaded Trucks

 While the general perception is that trucking accidents are caused by unsafe driving, there are other factors involved in accidents involving large commercial trucks. When an 18-wheeler is too heavy, the momentum of the truck is changed, making it more difficult to stop and more likely to skid out of control during a minor swerve. … Read more

Defective Motorcycles Cause Serious Injuries

Although many of the annual motorcycle accidents are a result of driver error, driver negligence or reckless behavior on the part of one or both of the drivers, a certain number of those accidents are related to a defective motorcycle or motorcycle part. Because nearly 80% of motorcyclists involved in a collision suffer death or … Read more

Cold Water Raises Risks Associated With A Pennsylvania Boating Accident

Cold Water Makes Boat Accidents More Risky Temperatures are beginning to drop in Pennsylvania, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to bring the boat in yet. In fact, thousands of Pennsylvania residents continue to take their boats out through the fall and winter, especially hunters and fisherman. The dangers associated with cold water combined with … Read more