Since most of us have been walking, we have always had to consider the possibility that we might lose our footing and fall. Kids seem built for this eventuality, and when they hit the ground, they bounce right up more often than not. However, slip and fall injuries can cause serious injuries, especially in adults…
[post_thumbnail] If you slipped and fell on another person’s property, you may assume you can file a claim with the individual’s homeowner’s insurance to get the money you need to cover your injuries and losses. However, this is not how this insurance works. Indeed, you must meet other specific criteria before recovering money from a…
With over 5,000 branches across the United States, including over 130 stores in Pennsylvania, Walmart is a weekly destination for millions of consumers. Walmart locations are massive spaces that cover an average of 105,000 square feet and don’t always provide a safe environment. Accidental injuries can happen in seconds, often because of slip and fall…
[post_thumbnail] Not all motor vehicle accidents result from another person’s reckless actions, such as speeding or distracted driving. In some cases, these tragic collisions can result from a defective tire. Yet, the result is often the same—catastrophic injuries, debilitating pain, and colossal medical bills that will forever turn a person’s life upside down. However, if…
[post_thumbnail]Any income you receive throughout the year can affect your taxes. Do you have to claim that income on your taxes if you receive a large lump sum settlement or periodic payments from a personal injury claim payout? Additional tax burdens could substantially limit your funds as you might have to spend a large percentage…
[post_thumbnail] A properly working airbag can help reduce the severity of injuries following a car crash. They can even save lives. Yet, when these airbags are not working properly, they fail to protect the individuals inside the car and can cause debilitating injuries and death. If a defective airbag has harmed you, you may have…
Premises liability accidents refer to a wide range of injuries, often caused by dangerous situations that the victim did not expect. These accidents can happen in any setting, including stores, restaurants, amusement parks, apartment buildings, or government offices. Property owners in Pennsylvania are required to take common-sense precautions for the safety of anyone that visits…
Tenants have the right to expect a reasonably safe living environment, whether in a house, apartment building, or condo. Unfortunately, not all landlords take this responsibility seriously; some are downright negligent. Unsafe living spaces can have dire consequences for tenants, causing injuries that turn life upside down. If your landlord’s actions or inactions have injured…
Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere. And while most of these accidents will only result in minor injuries, sometimes the consequences can be devastating, leaving those involved suffering debilitating harm, excruciating pain, and a slew of other outcomes that can forever impact them and their families. However, if the accident was due to another…
[post_thumbnail] Premises liability law is the legal obligation all Pennsylvania property owners have to maintain their property according to safety standards. Premises liability law generally comes into play when a legal visitor to the property suffers a preventable injury due to the owner’s negligence. Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common scenarios…