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Importance of Evidence in a Multi-Vehicle Accident

December 20, 2019

Collecting Evidence in a Car Accident Case There are car accidents every day. Some of these car accidents are purely an accident whereas others, the negligence of one, or multiple, drivers are to blame. Multi-vehicle car accidents can make it even more complicated as you attempt to identify who is at fault. In order to identify fault in a car…

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Pennsylvania Car Crashes in the Winter

December 12, 2019

Winter Car Accidents Much of Pennsylvania is mountainous, which can lead to a lot of snowfall and icy roads during the winter months. Winter conditions can also cause an increase in car crashes. The best way to manage winter weather driving in Pennsylvania is to be prepared. Prepare Your Vehicle for a Winter Emergency Of course, there are some winter…

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How Can a DUI Lawyer Help Me?

December 5, 2019

DUI Charges in Pennsylvania When you have driving under the influence charges hanging over your head, you have a lot at risk. You could end up with expensive fines, a criminal record, and even jail time. A DUI can also affect your ability to gain employment in your chosen career. A DUI lawyer may be able to assist you in…

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Injured Passengers On The Job: A Guide To Liability And Recovery

November 27, 2019

Work Vehicle Accidents When a person is injured in an accident involving a work vehicle, the legal options for recovering damages can seem more complicated. Between the usual route through vehicle liability insurance to workers’ compensation, who is the proper party to collect from, and how? It may all come down to if the passenger also works for the company.…

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Winter Weather And Premises Liability: How Ice And Snow Affects Recovery

November 19, 2019

Slips and Falls in the Winter If you are injured in a fall or another accident on someone else’s property, the owner may be held liable for your injuries under the legal doctrine known as premises liability. There are a number of factors that can affect the amount of evidence you will need to prove liability and the likelihood of…

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How To Reduce Winter Weather Related Work Accidents On Construction Sites

November 10, 2019

Construction-Related Injury Statistics Working on a construction site carries with it a certain level of risk injury. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), one out of ten construction workers suffer a workplace injury every year. Fifteen percent of workers’ compensation insurance funds go towards paying claims in construction accidents, and over 20% of yearly on-the-job fatalities are…

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Personal Injury Cases In Pennsylvania: A Short Guide

November 5, 2019

The legal term “personal injury” actually refers to a number of different causes of action from slips and falls and car crashes to unsafe consumer products and assaults. The most common personal injury suits stem from motor vehicle accidents. When it comes down to it, if you have suffered harm and believe that someone else has been negligent or is…

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