What are Pennsylvania’s Tort Laws and What Do They Mean?
“Tort” laws address how victims injured by the negligence of another party are protected and entitled to compensation. In Pennsylvania, residents have tort coverage on their car insurance policies. However, you can choose between “Limited Tort” and “Full Tort” coverage. When motorists in Pennsylvania choose limited tort coverage, they cannot sue an at-fault driver...
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The Most Common Auto Recalls Seen in Product Liability Cases
When a defective part or vehicle fails to meet minimum safety standards or is determined to create an unreasonable safety risk, the manufacturer voluntarily or is sometimes forced to recall the product. However, when accidents and injuries have been caused by a defective part or vehicles that were part of an auto recall, victims...
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What Damages are Allowed in a Pennsylvania Wrongful Death Case?
When another party is responsible for a loved one’s death, surviving family members can hold the party accountable in a wrongful death lawsuit. In Pennsylvania, there are two types of damages you can recover: Compensatory and Punitive damages. Compensatory damages are the most common form of compensation awarded in wrongful death cases. This type...
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Top 10 Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
After a preventable injury caused by another party’s negligence, you may be considering hiring an attorney. There are many reasons to do so, but here are the top 10. A personal injury attorney will fight for your interests while you focus on recovering. In addition, they will be your advocate to your insurance company...
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How To Encourage Safe Teen Driving
Car accidents are a leading cause of death for teens in the U.S. Therefore, it is crucial they understand state traffic laws and be encouraged to follow these safety tips. If you, or a loved one, are involved in a car accident, make sure you are to talk to a car accident attorney to...
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Can I File a Wrongful Death Claim After a Loved One Has Been Murdered in Pennsylvania?
After a loved one has been murdered in Pennsylvania, surviving family members have the right to file a wrongful death claim. Even if the defendant (at-fault party) has yet to face criminal charges, has been tried, or convicted, a wrongful death claim is a separate civil matter. Under Pennsylvania law (42 Pa. Stat. and...
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