Bicycle accidents often involve complex questions of fault. Comparative negligence is a legal doctrine used to determine how much responsibility each party holds in an accident. This concept can significantly impact the compensation a bicyclist receives after an...
Personal Injury
What to document at the scene of a car accident
Car accidents can feel overwhelming and stressful. However, proper documentation can help you deal with insurance companies and clarify what happened during the accident. Therefore, it is important to stay calm and document the scene. Contact and insurance information...
What are some examples of attractive nuisances?
Many homeowners dream of having a beautiful yard with features like a pool or a treehouse. However, some items that make a person's yard enjoyable for them can be physically unsafe for children walking around on the property. These features, known as attractive...
Is your shoulder injury a result of a car accident?
If you have been in a car accident and are now experiencing shoulder pain, you may be wondering if there is a connection between the two. Shoulder injuries are common after auto accidents, but how can you know for sure if the crash caused yours? There are a few things...
How fatigue contributes to car accident likelihood
While behind the wheel, all drivers share an obligation to preserve the safety of themselves and others on the road. However, if a person drives while fatigued, he or she may put everyone at risk. Like driving under the influence, fatigued driving is reckless driving....
Are you allowed to wear headphones while driving in PA?
In 2021, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported 3,522 deaths due to distracted driving. Pennsylvania's traffic regulations are a cornerstone in preventing drivers from distractions behind the wheel. One specific rule that demands attention is the...
Keeping your family safe during mountain biking adventures
As summer approaches, families all over the country are gearing up for outdoor adventures. Among these, mountain biking stands as a favorite, blending the thrill of exploration with physical exercise. However, as exciting as these expeditions can be, they are not...
How can a car accident affect you financially?
Motor vehicle accidents are common occurrences on U.S. roadways. In fact, according to reporting from Bankrate, there is a crash roughly every 13 seconds somewhere in the country. Unfortunately, if your car accident is serious, you may suffer both physical and...
Survey shows staffing shortages at 94% of American nursing homes
Moving a parent into a Pennsylvania nursing home is not always easy. Yet, in many cases, your parent may need more care and attention than you may realistically provide. Many people who move parents into nursing homes do so because they want to make sure their parents...
Can a slip-and-fall accident cause vision loss?
Even though some falls are more embarrassing than painful, slip-and-fall accidents send an alarming number of Americans to the emergency room every year. In fact, according to a recent study, more than 800,000 individuals require medical care for fall-related injuries...