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How a New Ruling Affects Drivers

On January 29, 2024, the PA Supreme Court issued a ruling that affects commercial drivers, and all drivers who regularly drive vehicles not insured under their personal insurance. This includes tractor-trailer drivers, delivery drivers, people with company cars, bus drives ...

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Construction Accident Compensation: What is a Third Party Claim?

If you've been injured while working at a construction site, you may know that you can file a workers' compensation claim. But you may not realize that you may have other options for compensation, through a third-party claim. What is ...

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10 Tips to Promote Safer Teenage Driving

Few things induce as much anxiety in a parent as watching their new teenage driver pull away. We remember what we were like as teens. We know their brains aren’t fully formed until they’re 25. What can we do? If ...

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10 Steps to Take After a Construction Site Injury

If you’ve ever worked on a construction site, you know that injuries happen. But do you know what steps to take if you or a coworker are injured at work? You may be entitled to medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation ...

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Workers’ Comp in Winter Weather

In colder weather, people who work outdoors have different challenges than those who work indoors. Employers should be taking precautions to protect all their employees, but with some awareness, workers can also be proactive in protecting their safety. An ounce ...

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Time to Review Your Car Insurance

When was the last time you took a close look at your car insurance policy? For many of us, it's not a task that lands on the top of our to-do lists. However, understanding and regularly reviewing your car insurance ...

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Time to Review Your Property Insurance

At Aversa & Linn, we understand that life is unpredictable, and unexpected events can happen to your home or property. That's why it's crucial to regularly review your property insurance to ensure you are adequately protected. Insurance coverage tends to ...

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Drunk Driving Accidents Surge During the Holiday Season: What Victims Need to Know

In 2022, over 25% of all alcohol-related fatalities on Pennsylvania roads happened over the Christmas and New Year holidays. Drunk driving is a major road safety issue which puts drivers, passengers, and pedestrians at risk. Of particular concern is the ...

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Holiday Parties and Premises Liability: What Hosts Need to Know

Many people are back to gathering in person for the holidays this year - hooray! As you open up your home this year, there are a few things you can do to help keep everyone safe and protect yourself from ...

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Prepare for extreme weather: 5 tips for homeowners

Wildfires in Maui, hurricanes in Florida, tornado warnings in Pennsylvania - extreme weather events are becoming more common. There is evidence that these events are linked to climate change, and that we can expect them to continue or even worsen. ...

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Back to school roadway safety tips

September brings many transitions. We put away our shorts and pull out our jeans. We buy school supplies. We eat and drink pumpkin spice everything (even ice cream!) It’s also a time of year when more road accidents happen. There ...

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‘Tis the season . . . for workers’ comp?

Top tips: Temporary and seasonal employees who get sick or hurt at work may be eligible for reimbursement for medical expenses and lost wages through the workers’ compensation act. Whether or not you have a valid workers’ compensation claim depends ...

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Safety Tips for Summer Road Trips

Pump up the jams, roll down the windows, put your phone down and hit the road! Whether you’re going down the shore, or up the mountains, or driving cross-country this summer, there are a few steps you can take to ...

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Child Safety for Road Trips

Cars are an essential part of many of our lives. Summer is a good time to tune-up child car safety. If you or a family member is injured in a car accident, contact Aversa & Linn for help in protecting ...

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Walking and biking safely this summer

Biking and walking more are one of the joys of summer for many people. But increased time walking and biking can also lead to more injuries. Between distracted driving and distracted walking, the results can be disastrous. It is alarming ...

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Summertime . . . keep the living easy

It’s finally starting to feel like spring in the Philly area. With spring comes all kinds of fun things: baseball, BBQs, swimming, windows open for fresh air, kids running around outside. For personal injury lawyers, warm weather also brings to ...

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Can you be fired while you’re on workers’ comp?

In Pennsylvania, if an employer fires you for filing a workers' compensation claim, they may be subject to an employment lawsuit. However, an employer can lawfully fire someone on workers’ comp for other reasons. Pennsylvania is an at-will employment state, ...

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What happens after I hire an attorney?

You’ve been in a car accident and suffered an injury. Once you find an attorney to represent you, you may be wondering what happens next. There may be some immediate actions to take, like finding a doctor, but how quickly ...

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What Plaintiffs Need to Know About Premises Liability Insurance

When a person is injured on someone else's property, they may be able to seek compensation through legal action. Understanding some basics about premises liability insurance can help an injured person evaluate their options after an injury. This blog post ...

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5 Things You Should Know Before Filing a Workers’ Comp Claim in PA

Workers’ compensation is a system that reimburses employees for medical treatment and lost wages for work-related injuries and disease. Employers must have workers’ compensation insurance coverage in Pennsylvania to cover these expenses (with some exceptions.) Workers’ compensation is also

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Five steps to choosing a safe car

One day soon we may have self-driving cars. Think of everything you could do if your car drove itself! Experts tell us that self-driving cars could make our roads safer and make mobility more accessible to people who can’t drive ...

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What is the difference between premises liability and personal liability?

The main difference between premises liability and personal liability is contained in the phrases themselves: premises liability relates to injuries that occur on a particular property, while personal liability involves a particular person’s actions. It is important to understand the

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Homeowners Insurance FAQs – Part 2

In January we are answering the most common questions we hear about homeowners insurance. Be sure to check out part 1 from earlier this month. Contact Aversa & Linn with questions about homeowners insurance or assistance in evaluating your claim. ...

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Homeowners Insurance FAQs – Part 1

For many of us, our home is not only the place we live, but also our highest-value asset. Protecting your property with sufficient homeowners insurance can give you peace of mind that if your home or its contents are damaged, ...

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Leaving Home for the Holidays? Here’s How to Protect Yourself.

Whether you're planning a big trip overseas  like the McAllisters in Home Alone, or if you’re just driving a couple hours to visit family, before you leave home for the holidays, you'll want to safeguard your home. Understanding premises liability ...

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Can I get workers’ comp if I’m hurt at a construction job?

At construction sites every year, thousands of people suffer serious injuries. If you are injured while working at a construction site, you may be eligible for workers' compensation. In certain limited circumstances, you may also be able to file a ...

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Car Insurance FAQs Part 2

In November we are answering the most common questions we hear about car insurance. Be sure to check out part 1 for more information. Contact Aversa & Linn with questions about car insurance or assistance in evaluating your claim. What ...

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Car Insurance FAQs Part 1

In November we are answering the most common questions we hear about car insurance. Be sure to check out part 2 later this month. Contact Aversa & Linn with questions about car insurance or assistance in evaluating your claim. What ...

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Who pays my medical bills after a car accident?

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, among your many concerns may be how you will pay for the medical treatment you need to recover. If you live in Pennsylvania, you will file a claim with your own insurance ...

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What should I do if I get hurt at a store?

You are walking through a big box store like Target or Wal-mart one day and a display of stacked cans comes crashing down on you, causing you to fall and break your arm. This post will explain the responsibility of ...

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What if the at-fault driver does not have “enough” insurance?

After any car accident, you should take certain steps. Determine if anyone is injured. Move to a safe location. Collect information about other driver. Document the scene. Call police. Contact an attorney. But what if the other driver doesn’t have ...

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Can I still receive payment for medical treatment if I return to work?

Workers’ compensation reimburses employees for medical treatment and lost wages for work-related injuries and disease. If you suffer from a work related injury, your employer or its insurance company must pay for reasonable and necessary medical expenses related to the ...

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What if the other driver leaves the scene?

Hit-and-run accidents are all too common in Pennsylvania. In fact, a report from 2019 said that in Philadelphia, police receive about 40 calls every day about a hit-and-run. A hit-and-run is when a driver hits another vehicle, person, or piece ...

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What happens to my medical bills?

If like Harry and Marv (the would-be thieves) in Home Alone, you fell down icy steps and were injured, who would pay your medical bills? Generally speaking, the party responsible for your injuries should pay the medical bills. In Pennsylvania, ...

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I was injured while working remotely. Do I have a workers’ comp claim?

The short answer is that you will probably be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits if you are injured while performing work-related duties at home. Keep reading for more details. So many more people are working at home, either full-time or ...

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What is meant by a “no-fault” state?

Car insurance can be confusing. No-fault, PIP, limited tort, full tort, liability, comprehensive, collision - what do these terms mean? We’re going to break it down for you. If you need more information about what options you may have after ...

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When do I need a lawyer for my personal injury claim?

If you have been injured, you should contact a lawyer to evaluate your potential case as soon as possible. We can help you determine what the next steps should be. Do not speak to anyone from the insurance company without ...

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Do I have to be hurt at work to collect workers’ compensation?

To collect workers’ compensation, the injury or disease must arise during your employment. But what does that mean? Hurt on premises If you are injured at your actual workplace, you may have a workers’ comp claim, as long as you ...

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Do I need to call the police after an accident?

Although driving in traffic sometimes seems like the Indy 500, most accidents thankfully are not as dramatic as the ones you see in NASCAR or Formula One, or even in Pixar’s movie Cars. Roadway accidents in everyday life can range ...

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What if my accident made a pre-existing injury worse?

The general rule in Pennsylvania is: if you are injured by someone else’s negligence you may have a claim against the negligent party. But what if you had a pre-existing injury, and it got worse after the incident? In any ...

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What if my employer denied my workers’ comp claim?

If you are injured at work and have notified your employer and they are either ignoring it or have denied your claim, you should immediately seek the assistance of an experienced workers’ comp attorney, like those at Aversa and Linn. ...

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What if my airbag did not work?

The federal government has required front airbags in all cars, light trucks, and vans since 1999. They are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal crashes, to reduce the chance that a person’s upper body or head will strike ...

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What is pain and suffering in a personal injury case?

In Pennsylvania, if you are injured on someone else’s property, you may be able to recover damages for pain and suffering, which includes both physical and mental pain and suffering. Physical pain and suffering is the pain of the plaintiff’s ...

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Do I have to talk to the other driver’s insurance company?

The short answer is no: you do not have to talk to the other driver’s insurance company. After a car accident, we recommend that you speak to an experienced car accident lawyer before speaking to your own or the other ...

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What can I do if my employer doesn’t have workers’ compensation insurance?

Your employer is responsible for your medical bills and wage loss if you are hurt while working. Some employers pay for these losses out of their bank accounts, however, the majority of employers purchase workers’ compensation insurance to protect them ...

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How do I know how much my personal injury claim is worth?

In Pennsylvania, you may be able to recover damages in a premises liability claim for medical bills, lost wages or loss of future earning capacity, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering, and loss of consortium. A lawsuit’s goal is ...

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What if a family member was killed in an auto accident?

The lawyers and staff at Aversa & Linn understand that nothing can fully compensate a family that has lost a loved one. We work tirelessly to obtain a monetary recovery that will enable a family in this tragic situation to ...

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Can I get a lump sum for workers’ comp instead of weekly payments?

It is sometimes possible to receive a one-time lump sum payment for your workers’ compensation claim, rather than ongoing weekly or biweekly payments. This may or may not be the best thing in your situation.  Under Pennsylvania workers’ compensation law, ...

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How do I know who is at fault in a premises liability claim?

In Pennsylvania, factors that determine fault in a premises liability claim include where the incident happened, who was responsible for the property, and if the plaintiff contributed to the accident. If an injured person brings a lawsuit, and it goes ...

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What if I have been injured by a drunk driver?

The holidays can be jolly; they can also be dangerous. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, during the Christmas and New Year’s Day holiday periods in 2019, there were more drunk-driving-related fatalities (210) than during any other holiday period ...

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What if I had a medical condition and an accident at work makes it worse?

Employees can make a claim for occupational diseases and pre-existing conditions that are aggravated by their job. The workers’ comp system is designed to reimburse employees for medical treatment and lost wages for work-related injuries and disease. This is true ...

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What steps do I take after being injured?

In general in Pennsylvania, if you are injured on someone else’s property, you may have a premises liability claim against the property owner if the injury was due to wrongdoing or negligence on the owner’s part. You must file a ...

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What if I was involved in an Uber or Lyft accident?

If you are involved in an accident with an Uber or Lyft driver, the issues will be similar to if you were in any type of car accident, with a few crucial differences, depending on if you were riding in ...

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Can I collect workers’ compensation benefits if the accident was my fault?

Usually, workers are eligible for workers’ comp benefits even if they caused their injury through their own negligence or carelessness. After all, the main motivation behind the workers’ compensation system is to protect the safety of workers and to protect ...

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Do I need to suffer a serious injury to bring a premises liability claim?

To win a premises liability lawsuit in Pennsylvania, you must prove that your injuries caused you actual damage, meaning, because of your injuries, you had to pay medical bills or you lost wages or future earning capacity, or you had ...

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How long can you stay on workers’ comp?

Many work injuries, though serious, do resolve, and the person is able to return to their job. But what if a person is injured for many months or years? Or what if they are permanently disabled? Or what if a ...

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What is Full Tort vs. Limited Tort insurance coverage in Pennsylvania?

When purchasing auto insurance in Pennsylvania you have a choice: you can select the Limited Tort option or the Full Tort option. Choosing the Limited Tort option results in a cheaper premium, but it may prevent you from recovering any ...

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What is a duty of care?

If you are injured on someone else’s property, and wonder if you might have a premises liability claim, the first thing to determine is if the property owner owed you a duty of care. The duty of care is the ...

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How much time do I have to file a workers’ comp claim?

Sometimes a work injury happens in one clear event, like banging your head on a pipe or breaking a bone in a fall. But oftentimes, a work injury or illness can develop incrementally over time. Widely recognized examples of this ...

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When should I go to the hospital following a car accident?

After a car accident, if you believe you are injured, seek immediate medical attention. If you are seriously injured or have a true emergency, go to an emergency room. For all other injuries, it’s probably best to see your own ...

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Can I sue my landlord?

A joke that runs throughout all 12 seasons of The Big Bang Theory involves the elevator in Leonard, Sheldon, and Penny’s apartment building, which is broken and cannot be used. In every show, we see the characters walking up the ...

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How should I inform my employer if I’m injured at work?

If you are hurt at work or suffer a work-related illness, it is crucial to report your injury or illness to your employer immediately [1]. Failure to notify your employer can cause any workers’ compensation benefits [2] to be delayed ...

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How much do you get for pain and suffering in a car accident?

When you are injured in a car accident you can recover economic damages and non-economic damages. Economic damages are compensation for monetary losses, like medical bills, property damage, and lost income. Non-economic damages are commonly referred to as pain and ...

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Who can I sue for a premises liability claim?

If you are injured on someone else’s property, you may have a premises liability claim against the property owner if the injury was due to wrongdoing or negligence on the owner’s part. However, more than one party may be responsible ...

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What types of payments can I receive for a work injury?

If you’ve been injured at work, and have a viable workers’ comp claim, what kind of payments could you receive? Let’s return to “Business School,” the episode of The Office where Dwight traps Meredith inside a garbage bag with a ...

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Can I bring a premises liability claim if I’m hurt at work?

In general, in Pennsylvania, you cannot sue your employer or co-workers for negligence in causing an injury in the workplace [1]. However, if you are hurt at work you may have recourse other than workers’ compensation. What if someone other ...

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What is distracted driving?

Most of us are probably guilty of distracted driving at one time or another, whether it’s taking a phone call, checking a quick text, or eating: anything that takes our focus off the road is distracted driving. Let’s take a ...

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What is Workers’ Comp?

Workers’ compensation is a system that reimburses employees for medical treatment and lost wages for work-related injuries and disease. Let’s use an episode of The Office to help break this down. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: ...

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When should you hire an attorney for a car accident?

After a car accident, you may think you can settle the matter quickly with the insurance company. In some instances, that is true. If no one is injured and the only issue is damage to a vehicle, you may not ...

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What is a Premises Liability Claim?

Although slipping on a banana peel has been a staple of slapstick comedy for more than a century, as with many jokes, this falls into the category of funny unless it happens to you. In fact, this gag is rooted ...

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Auto Accidents FAQ

When should you hire an attorney for a car accident? If you have been injured in a car accident, you need to make sure someone is protecting your rights.  You need someone who is going to make sure your injuries ...

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Pennsylvania Premises Liability FAQ

What is a premises liability claim? If you are injured on someone else’s property, you may have a premises liability claim against the property owner if the injury was due to wrongdoing or negligence on the owner’s part. These injuries ...

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Workers’ Compensation Frequently Asked Questions

What is workers’ compensation? Workers’ compensation is a system that reimburses employees for medical treatment and lost wages for work-related injuries and disease. Employers must have workers’ compensation insurance coverage in Pennsylvania to cover these expenses (with some

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Personal Injury Damages: What You Need to Know

In a personal injury case, the complaint alleges that the defendant engaged in conduct--or failed to take actions--that caused injuries and other damages to the plaintiff. The defendant's behavior is typically described as negligent, reckless, careless, or illegal. The lawsuit’s ...

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Uneven Sidewalk Accidents: Who Is Liable?

Pedestrians can be injured when they slip and fall (or trip and fall) on an uneven sidewalk. Uneven and hazardous sideways can develop for a variety of reasons: Age of the concrete. Wear and tear from pedestrians and vehicles. Repairs ...

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How To Share The Road With Big Trucks

According to federal government statistics, large trucks are an increasing percentage of the vehicles traveling on American roads. In 2015 large trucks were involved in: 342,000 accidents resulting in property damage; 87,000 accidents resulting in injuries; and 4,050 accidents resulting

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What Are the Most Common Causes of Workplace Injuries?

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, about 2.9 million workplace injuries took place in private sector businesses in 2016. That's almost three incidents for every 100 full time workers. With all those employees getting hurt, it’s pretty evident ...

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What are the Most Dangerous Car Models in Accidents?

Car safety ratings are a big factor when most people are deciding to buy a new car. The US government safety ratings are issued by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NTSA) and the insurance industry's Insurance Institute for Highway ...

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What Should You Do After a Car Accident?

Car accidents are upsetting. Even after a minor accident, you will probably be shaken up, angry at yourself or the other driver (or both), and maybe even injured. So what should you do if you’re involved in an accident? Safety ...

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Pennsylvania Personal Injury Statutes of Limitations Explained

What they are Statutes of limitations are laws that determine how long a person can wait to bring a lawsuit after an incident that creates a legal claim. For example, if you are a party to a written contract governed ...

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Things You Need to Know Before Your Deposition

If you are the plaintiff in a personal injury case you will eventually be asked to testify in a deposition taken by opposing counsel. Depositions are part of the discovery process that parties to a lawsuit conduct before trial to ...

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Are Apps to Blame for Rise in Traffic Deaths?

Highway fatalities increased by the largest annual percentage in 50 years in 2015. This happened after decreasing steadily over the last four decades. The numbers look even worse for 2016 — for the first six months of the year highway ...

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Awareness Is Best Defense Against Sepsis

Sepsis, also known as blood poisoning, kills about 258,000 Americans per year, making it one of the most common causes of death in hospitals. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) defines sepsis as a complication caused by the body’s overwhelming ...

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The Story Behind the Miranda Warning

“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for ...

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Deny, Delay, and Minimize Insurance Bad Faith

Insurance companies  auto, health, long-term care, and others — sometimes go too far in trying to maximize profits. When an insurance company acts in bad faith, it is failing its policy holders and needs to be held accountable. Bad faith practices ...

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Dog Bite Danger

Dogs may be man’s best friend, but sometimes dogs can also be a danger to the people around them. Roughly 800,000 people seek medical attention for a dog bite in the United States every year. Occasionally, dog attacks can be ...

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8 Ways to Protect Your Digital Self

So much of our lives take place in the digital world now that we must focus on ways to protect our most-valuable information. The following list shows 8 (relatively) easy things you can do to secure your information and protect ...

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Construction’s “Fatal Four

Construction workers face the risk of injury and death every time they clock in, accounting for one out of every five work-related deaths in 2014. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the “Fatal Four,” or four most ...

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XARELTO-Related Injuries Lead to Lawsuits

As of November 2016, more than 9,000 lawsuits have been filed against the makers and distributers of Xarelto, a prescription blood thinner. Xarelto is manufactured by Bayer AG and distributed in the U.S. by Janssen Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of Johnson ...

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IKEA Settles Wrongful Death Suits

In the summer of 2016, IKEA and the Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled more than 29 million Malm dressers. The dressers were top-heavy and prone to tipping over. IKEA had received 41 complaints about tip-over incidents, including 17 that caused ...

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