Is Nursing Home Abuse Common?
As people age and become more dependent on others to take care of their daily needs, they and their loved ones must make a decision about how to care for them. People who opt for nursing homes and residential care facilities have to consider many factors including the safety of the facility. The elderly...
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Long Term Effects of Traumatic Brain Injury
The brain is the control center of the body. It is the most complex organ in the human body. It sends messages to different parts of our body, it interprets our senses, it controls our body movement, as well as our behavior. The average adult brain weighs about 3 pounds and consists of fat,...
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Common Signs of Medical Malpractice
Doctors and other medical professionals are trusted to do what is best for our health, but unfortunately, that is not always the case. However, since mistakes can be made, it is important to be aware of the common signs of medical malpractice. If you have followed through on all recommended treatments, taken all prescribed...
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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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