After a car accident, you’re likely feeling concerned about your health, finances and mode of transportation. Car accidents are very scary experiences that can have life-altering consequences. Our Pittsburg car accident lawyers are here to help. After a Car Accident | Don’t Speak with Insurance Companies After an accident, you might feel inclined to speak […]
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If you are filing a lawsuit or accident claim in Pittsburgh, it is important to be aware of and understand the various Pennsylvania personal injury statutes. An experienced attorney will be able to guide you through this complex process and provide dedicated legal representation. Contact our office today to schedule a free consultation. Pennsylvania Personal […]
Pedestrian accidents are a regrettably common occurrence in Pennsylvania. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, 4,218 people were injured and 172 were killed in pedestrian accidents in 2016. Pedestrian-related crashes account for 14.5 percent of all Pennsylvania traffic crash fatalities, despite being just 3.2 percent of reported accidents. The majority of the state’s fatal pedestrian accidents—72.1 […]
There’s no question that riding a motorcycle can be dangerous. Motorcyclists have little to protect them from injury or death in the event of an accident. Not only do motorcycles lack the protective exterior and steel frame of passenger vehicles, they’re often much less stable than vehicles with four wheels. As a result, motorcyclists are 27 […]
Pedestrian accidents are on the rise and sadly, far too many of them occur in school zones, putting kids at risk of serious injury or even death. In fact, approximately 25,000 children are injured and 100 are killed in school zone accidents each year, according to the Transportation Research Board. In 2016, Pennsylvania citizens were involved in […]
Construction sites have a well-deserved reputation for being dangerous workplaces, due in part to the hazardous equipment workers use on a daily basis. One of the most dangerous types of equipment used on construction sites is the powered industrial truck, better known as a forklift. Operators use these powerful pieces of equipment to move, raise, […]
Drinking and driving remains a top safety issue throughout the United States and unfortunately, Pennsylvania is no exception. In 2016, the Commonwealth reported more than 10,250 alcohol-related crashes, resulting in nearly 300 deaths, which accounts for approximately 25 percent of all traffic deaths that year, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. One of the saddest […]
People injured in motor vehicle crashes caused by another person or entity’s negligence are often entitled to compensation for medical expenses, property damages, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses that occurred as a result of the accident. Victims in this unenviable position can expect to hear from the insurance company for the at-fault […]
Due to the hazardous nature of construction, it’s an inherently dangerous industry for workers. One out of every 10 of the 6.5 million people who work in the construction industry suffers injuries in on-the-job accidents each year, according to the Occupational Health and Safety Administration. Additionally, statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor report an injury […]
Motorcyclists injured in crashes caused by the negligence of a vehicle driver or other entity may be entitled to compensation for injuries, property damages, and other losses. Unfortunately, bias against motorcyclists can make it difficult for motorcycle accident victims to get the compensation they need and deserve. An experienced motorcycle accident attorney can help level the […]