Blog: Negligence
- The Role of Social Media in Discovery: Does “Private” Mean Not Discoverable?
Oct 29, 2024
The attorneys at Anapol Weiss are well-versed in the art of procuring and protecting information found on social media sites. We understand what social media information is considered fair game in the eyes of the courts. Perhaps more importantly, we understand how to protect our client’s social media accounts from unreasonable and intrusive requests. With each generation, social media becomes increasingly entwined with our daily lives. As such, it should then be no surprise that social...Read More - Consequences of Nurse Understaffing at Nursing Homes
Oct 2, 2024
Having enough nursing staff at a nursing home is crucial to ensuring that the home’s residents get the care and treatment they need. Fortunately, Pennsylvania has enacted a state minimum for nursing home staff levels, and that minimum just increased beginning July 1, 2024. Now, Pennsylvania nursing homes are required to have enough nursing staff to provide 3.2 hours PPD, or “per patient day. ” This is up from 2.87 PPD as of July 1,...Read More - The Reasonable Person Standard When it Comes to Negligence
Feb 26, 2021
The reasonable person standard is a key factor in any negligence case. It provides the basis for actions that should have been taken by the defendant, helping to illustrate their liability. While in many cases an example of a reasonable person standard seems like common sense, in others it relies on a careful understanding of the position the defendant was in and the context surrounding the negligent action. Understanding this principle will help you have...Read More