Category Archives: Auto Accident
How To Recover For Wrongful Death After A Car Accident
Car accidents can have disastrous consequences for everybody involved. Tragically, these consequences can also be fatal. Over 40,000 people died on U.S. roadways in 2021, with over 1,000 traffic fatalities in Pennsylvania alone. Philadelphia saw over 100 traffic deaths in 2021, according to Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation. Despite increased focus and efforts toward reducing… Read More »
What To Know Before Giving A Recorded Statement After A Car Accident
Car accidents can be painful and traumatizing to begin with, but navigating through the various procedures and paperwork afterward can be stressful as well. You may find yourself talking to police officers, EMTs, doctors, and other professionals in the short time following a car accident. One person you will almost certainly talk to after… Read More »
How Long Does It Take To Receive A Settlement Or Verdict After A Car Accident?
Going through a car accident is one of the most frightening experiences one can deal with. In a matter of moments, a person’s life can be shaken and transformed by the impact of a car collision. Regardless of the cause, recovering and getting your life back on track can be a long process. With… Read More »
What To Know About Common Car Accident Injuries
Car accidents can damage or total the vehicles involved, but also leave serious and lasting physical damage to the drivers and passengers in these vehicles. From head to toe, there are a wide range of potential injuries a person can face, some more common than others. Some of the more frequently seen injuries after… Read More »
How Is Fault Determined In An Auto Accident Case?
After a car accident, it is crucial to understand what happened, how it happened, and which driver was at fault (or whether both were at fault). In some situations, it can be obvious that one driver caused the accident, such as rear-end collisions or running a red light or stop sign. In others, the… Read More »
How To Protect Yourself After An Accident With An Uninsured Driver
Sometimes a car accident can be made worse when we find out the other driver was uninsured. Drivers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey are required to carry vehicle insurance to cover the costs when vehicles are damaged, property is damaged, and those involved in the accident are physically injured. Despite the laws in place,… Read More »
What Medical Providers Should You See After A Car Accident?
A car accident is a traumatic and stressful experience, and in the immediate aftermath you will be focused on any pain you may be going through and the damage to your vehicle. You might also find yourself talking to police officers at the scene and emergency medical personnel. After the dust has settled, a… Read More »
What To Know About Distracted Driving In Car Accident Cases
Drivers have a responsibility to drive carefully, follow traffic laws, and keep their eyes on the road. Unfortunately this doesn’t always happen. When drivers are distracted behind the wheel, they can cause serious accidents that leave other people injured or worse. If you or a loved one has been injured by a distracted driver,… Read More »
What Is “Comparative Negligence” Under Pennsylvania Law?
If you get injured in an accident – either while driving or on somebody else’s property – chances are that someone else’s negligence played a role in your injury. For example, falling on an icy sidewalk that a business owner failed to clear is a common occurrence involving negligence by others. When an individual,… Read More »
What To Know About Legal Recovery In A Pennsylvania Truck Accident
Unlike most car accidents, an accident involving a truck or tractor trailer can be far more severe and damaging. Due to the size and speed of a truck, damage to your vehicle and personal injuries tend to be worse than they’d be in a standard vehicle-to-vehicle accident. In many cases, injuries sustained in a… Read More »