Even though most accidents are completely unpredictable, we should still have a plan in place for how to proceed after the initial shock of our situation has worn off. A step-by-step guide after a crash, for instance, is a good example of how to remain in control of a situation that might otherwise leave you feeling overwhelmed. Whether you were injured in a serious car crash or truck crash, or a loved one was killed in a different accident, a good first step after any serious or fatal incident is to speak to a qualified personal injury lawyer. The attorneys at our fir ..read more

Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility of property owners or occupiers to ensure that their premises are safe for those who are legally on the property. This can include visitors, tenants, or invitees. If someone is injured on a property and believes the property owner or occupier is at fault, they may file a premises liability lawsuit seeking compensation for their injuries. However, there are several reasons why someone might lose their premises liability case. The post Reasons a Victim Might Lose a Premises Liability Case appeared first on Philadelphia Personal Injury Attorne ..read more

Proving that an establishment had inadequate security can be a crucial factor in a claim or lawsuit in the state of Pennsylvania. If you have been the victim of a crime on the premises of an establishment, you may be able to hold the establishment liable if it can be shown that they did not have sufficient security measures in place to prevent the crime from occurring. To prove that an establishment had inadequate security, you will need to gather evidence and present it in a way that demonstrates that the establishment was negligent in their security duties. Here are some key considerations w ..read more

The holiday season has begun. While this should be a happy time of year, it’s important for motorists and pedestrians to know that fatal auto accidents and pedestrian accidents are more common during the holidays. This is confirmed by data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. There are several reasons accidents happen more frequently during the holidays than during other times of the year. They include (but aren’t limited to) the following: Intoxication The holiday season is a time for celebration. For some, celebrating the holidays involves overindulging in alcohol. If som ..read more

Like virtually all motorists in the United States, you probably don’t need to be told that operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated puts both your life and the lives of others at risk. Thus, you responsibly take steps to avoid causing an accident by making sure you never drive drunk. However, even if you’re a smart driver, you can’t control others’ decisions. The fact that you don’t drive while intoxicated doesn’t mean you’ll never have to share the road with drunk drivers. Being harmed in a motor vehicle accident resulting from another party’s negligence can have a devastating impact on yo ..read more

Whether you’re visiting the home of a friend or relative, a business, a public park, or virtually any other property other than your own, you should not have to worry about being injured in an accident that could have been prevented. There are instances when accidents occur due to factors outside of anyone’s control. However, property owners and managers do have a legal responsibility to maintain safe properties, monitor their properties for hazards, and address hazards whenever they discover them. If a hazard cannot be addressed or removed because it is a natural or inherent component of the ..read more

Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility of property owners or occupiers to ensure that their premises are safe for those who are legally on the property. This can include visitors, tenants, or invitees. If someone is injured on a property and believes the property owner or occupier is at fault, they may file a premises liability lawsuit seeking compensation for their injuries. However, there are several reasons why someone might lose their premises liability case. Lack of evidence  In order to succeed in a premises liability case, the plaintiff (the person bringing the lawsu ..read more

Proving that an establishment had inadequate security can be a crucial factor in a claim or lawsuit in the state of Pennsylvania. If you have been the victim of a crime on the premises of an establishment, you may be able to hold the establishment liable if it can be shown that they did not have sufficient security measures in place to prevent the crime from occurring. To prove that an establishment had inadequate security, you will need to gather evidence and present it in a way that demonstrates that the establishment was negligent in their security duties. Here are some key considerations w ..read more

The holiday season has begun. While this should be a happy time of year, it’s important for motorists and pedestrians to know that fatal auto accidents and pedestrian accidents are more common during the holidays. This is confirmed by data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. There are several reasons accidents happen more frequently during the holidays than during other times of the year. They include (but aren’t limited to) the following: Intoxication The holiday season is a time for celebration. For some, celebrating the holidays involves overindulging in alcohol. If som ..read more

Like virtually all motorists in the United States, you probably don’t need to be told that operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated puts both your life and the lives of others at risk. Thus, you responsibly take steps to avoid causing an accident by making sure you never drive drunk. However, even if you’re a smart driver, you can’t control others’ decisions. The fact that you don’t drive while intoxicated doesn’t mean you’ll never have to share the road with drunk drivers. Being harmed in a motor vehicle accident resulting from another party’s negligence can have a devastating impact on yo ..read more