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- Car Accident Injuries That Take Time To Manifest
March 15, 2018
Read MoreCar accidents, especially serious ones, are very traumatic both mentally and physically. In severe crashes, it’s not uncommon for the victim’s body to respond by going into shock. Immediately after a collision, individuals may not notice any symptoms or signs of injury right away because their bodies have increased production levels of adrenaline and endorphins. […]
- What is Negligence?
March 09, 2018
Read MoreThough some argue that accidents are inevitable and unavoidable, the truth is that most accidents can be prevented. When an accident does occur, it’s almost always a result of human negligence. The legal definition of negligence is a failure to execute reasonable care which results in injury or damage to another party. In civil court, […]
- Texting and Driving Affects Adults, Too
March 02, 2018
Read MoreAlthough teenage drivers catch plenty of flak for texting and driving, a study actually shows that adults are the most common offenders. Distracted driving, and in particular, the use of cellphones has become a serious epidemic throughout the country. The number of adults that admit to texting while driving – even while sharing that they […]
- What Fatalities and Teen Drivers Have in Common
February 26, 2018
Read MoreAs the parent of a teen driver, you might already have concerns about your child’s ability to navigate the roads safely. As a rite of passage, the teen may be excited while you experience a fair share of panic, even if you’ve helped them practice. It turns out there are good reasons to be concerned […]
- Know Your Rights If You’re Hit by a Car in a Pedestrian Accident
February 20, 2018
Read MorePedestrians face an increased risk for severe injuries because they do not have the standard protections afforded to someone inside a vehicle. Whereas a person inside a car is probably wearing a seatbelt and has the benefit of airbag deployment in the event of an accident, a pedestrian is completely exposed. If you were struck […]
- Pittsburgh Car Accident Claims and Burden of Proof
February 08, 2018
Read MoreIllustrating that someone else is responsible for the injuries you have sustained is often the crux of your personal injury lawsuit. For this reason, you need to be informed about illustrating negligence when filing a personal injury claim. Your attorney can assist you with further understanding the burden of proof, but it is a good […]
- What Does Informed Consent Have to Do with Medical Malpractice?
January 25, 2018
Read MoreWhen undergoing any medical procedure or visiting with a doctor to receive a diagnosis, you will probably be given a variety of paperwork to fill out. Doctors have to inform patients appropriately about the risks assessed with any medical treatment or procedure. For both legal and medical purposes, this is known as informed consent. If […]
- Liability for Birth Injuries to Babies
January 18, 2018
Read MoreWhat happens if your baby sustains birth injuries during labor and delivery? Can anyone be held responsible? Having a child should be an exciting and safe experience, but unfortunately, questions of liability can arise if your child has sustained severe injuries because of a medical professional leading up to the birth or in the labor […]
- Can Emergency Medical Treatment Lead to Medical Malpractice?
January 11, 2018
Read MoreAny situation in which a doctor owes you a duty of care and breaches that duty of care in the diagnosis, treatment or lack of treatment to you, could lead to medical malpractice. During emergency situations, it’s important to realize that there are particular rules that apply that are not the same as other medical […]
- What You Need to Know About Expert Witnesses in Medical Malpractice Cases
January 04, 2018
Read MoreHave you been injured because of a doctor’s negligence or reckless behavior during a procedure or in diagnosis and treatment? If so, you may be entitled to pursue a medical malpractice claim. You might think that the facts of your case are obvious or that your injuries and damages speak for themselves. However, any case […]