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- Should I Give a Recorded Statement to the Truck Driver’s Insurance Company?
Jun 7, 2019
Being involved in a truck accident can be overwhelming and frightening; most people are very hesitant to speak with any insurance company immediately following their accident in fear of saying something incorrectly. When speaking with an insurance company it’s important to remember that they most likely are more focused on making money and not what is in your best interest. Tips of Dealing with an Insurance Company It is your legal right to say no to a...Read More - Causes of Tractor-Trailer Accidents in Pennsylvania
Jun 7, 2019
Each year in the United States about 500,000 trucking accidents take place resulting in around 5,000 deaths. Those involving tractor trailers (also known as 18-wheelers) can be especially dangerous in a traffic accident due to their size, weight, and poor maneuverability on the road. In addition to these characteristics, other factors may play into the cause of tractor-trailer accidents. Causes of Tractor-Trailer Accidents Fatigue According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are at least 56,000 sleep-related road...Read More - What is the Statute of Limitations for Truck Accident Claims in Pennsylvania?
Jun 7, 2019
If you’ve been involved in a truck accident and have been injured due to negligence, it may be difficult to file a claim while recovering from your injuries and any financial losses. However, it is crucial that you file your claim as soon as possible, as most states enforce a statute of limitations for truck accident claims. How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit? If you are involved in a truck accident in Pennsylvania, you...Read More - How Long Will It Take to Settle My Truck Accident Claim?
Jun 7, 2019
In Pennsylvania, you have two years from the date of your truck collision to file a claim against the negligent truck driver. Unfortunately, receiving financial compensation for these claims can often be slow-moving. There are many things that can complicate the claims process such as lack of evidence gathered at the scene after the accident, insurance claims adjusters and possible investigations to get to the root of the collision. If you have been involved in...Read More - Philadelphia Truck Accident Laws
Jun 7, 2019
Driving an 80,000-pound truck comes with incredible risks, so it makes sense that there are a few crucial guidelines that truck drivers are required to follow. Here are a series of rules to follow and assessments to pass in order to ensure people who transport our important cargo are traveling safely. Becoming a Truck Driver When deciding to become a commercial truck driver, you must first earn a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). According to the U.S. Bureau...Read More - What Does a “No Zone” Mean?
Jun 7, 2019
We’ve all driven next to a large truck with a sign that states, “if you can’t see my mirrors, I can’t see you.” What does this mean? Although truck drivers sit up higher in their vehicles and have the ability to see over other cars in the distance, trucks actually have blind spots that are typically 20 feet in front and back as well as to each side of the truck and can extend 200...Read More - Flavors in e-cigarettes could pose heart health risk
May 29, 2019
Some flavorings in electronic cigarettes (“e-cigarettes”), even without nicotine, can increase the risk of heart disease. Dr. Joseph Wu, director of Stanford University’s cardiovascular institute, and his team published a study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology that found human cells exposed to e-cigarette flavors indicated blood vessel dysfunction. Overall, the type of cells studied that line healthy blood vessels showed signs of damage and were less able to form new blood...Read More - Attorney Generals Begin Lawsuit Against E-Cigarette Makers
May 19, 2019
This week, North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein announced North Carolina has filed a lawsuit against electronic cigarette (“e-cigarette”) brand JUUL accusing it of targeting youth in its sales and downplaying the harm its products cause. According to the National Youth Tobacco survey, nearly 4 million kids are currently use e-cigarettes that contain nicotine, and this number could be even higher among those who have not reported use. In reference and response to the new...Read More - Pennsylvania Car Seat Laws
Apr 19, 2019
Children are extremely vulnerable in motor vehicle collisions. In 2016, 723 children 12 and under died in U.S. car accidents. An additional 128,000 suffered serious injuries. Child safety seats and harnesses give children a much better chance of survival in a car accident. Yet the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that more than 618,000 children rode in vehicles without the proper safety strategy in a single year. Like all states, Pennsylvania has...Read More - Cephalopelvic Disproportion and Birth Injury Negligence
Apr 10, 2019
Cephalopelvic disproportion is the term for an infant’s head that is too large to fit through the mother’s pelvis. Appropriate diagnosis of cephalopelvic disproportion typically results in the physician scheduling delivery by cesarean section. When a physician makes a mistake or negligent oversight during pregnancy, labor, or delivery, cephalopelvic disproportion can go undiagnosed. This could put both mother and child at risk, and lead to birth injury negligence. If you believe your doctor committed medical malpractice...Read More