Personal injury compensation in Pennsylvania is awarded based on what is known as “modified comparative fault.” What this means is that you will be eligible to receive compensation for an injury even if you are deemed to be partially at-fault for the accident. Your percentage of fault will be deducted from the amount of money […]
Category Archives: Slip and Fall
Slipping on a wet floor in a store can often be an embarrassing situation. You might feel compelled to laugh off the injury and draw as little attention to yourself as possible. However, what you should do — especially if the injury you sustain is significant — is take action. Our Pittsburgh personal injury lawyers […]
“What damages can I recover in a slip & fall case?” That’s a question we hear quite often at Accident & Injury Law Group. Slip and fall accidents are second only to motor vehicle accidents as the leading cause of accidental deaths in the United States. It is not something that we take lightly. Property […]
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident in Pittsburgh, you could be eligible to receive compensation. Here is some important information on the recoverable damages for slip and falls that our attorneys can help you receive. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. Recoverable Damages for Slip and Falls The […]
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 […]
If you were hurt in a slip and fall accident on someone’s property, the owner may be liable to compensate you for your injuries. While an accident report isn’t required to file a claim for compensation with the owner’s insurance company, documenting what happened validates your claim and verifies the incident really occurred. Unfortunately, the insurance adjuster […]
Serious slips and falls are more common than many people realize. According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), more than 8 million Americans visit emergency rooms for falls each year, and 12 percent of those visits are directly attributed to slip-and-fall accidents. Slippery floors are a leading cause of slips and falls. Floors may be slick […]
People expect the buildings and structures they enter to be structurally sound and reasonably safe. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Structural collapse accidents happen more frequently than most people realize and when they do, negligence is often to blame. From faulty design to poor upkeep, many building collapse accidents are largely preventable. Some […]
In Pennsylvania, property owners are required to take reasonable steps to prevent visitors from being injured on their properties. When they fail to repair potential hazards in a timely manner and/or refuse to warn visitors of possible dangers, they may be held liable if someone is injured as a result. Unfortunately, slip-and-fall accidents are an […]
Serious slips and falls are more common than many people realize. The National Floor Safety Institute reports these accidents result in more than 1 million emergency room visits each year. While some slip and fall injuries may be relatively minor, others can be absolutely catastrophic, requiring extensive medical treatment, rehabilitation, and other costly support services. Some of […]