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- Examples of manufacturing defects
Oct 1, 2022
There’s nothing more exciting than trying out or consuming a product you’ve ordered. Nevertheless, some products do not always turn out as expected. And in certain situations, it can be fatal. Per Pennsylvania Statutes, Title 42, Section 5524, if you or a loved one was severely harmed or had some property destroyed as a result of a defective product, you have two years to pursue litigation against said company. Below are examples of product manufacturing...Read More - Did your insurance agent lie to you?
Sep 18, 2022
Trying to figure out the kind of insurance you need for your home or business isn’t exactly an easy job – and the average layperson has to rely a lot on the guidance of their insurance agent. This can be a serious issue if the agent is more concerned about closing the deal and getting a commission than looking out for your best interests. A lot of bad-faith insurance claims focus on the issue of...Read More - Can I be forced to return to work too soon after an injury?
Sep 6, 2022
When you suffer an injury, it can be very stressful. Depending on the severity of the injury, the coming months will be filled with frequent visits to the doctor, rehabilitation and a lot of rest. Recovery takes time, and workers’ compensation laws are in place to protect you when you are injured at work. One of the biggest concerns that you will face is wondering if your job is secure enough to allow you enough...Read More - How should you handle a slip-and-fall at the store?
Sep 1, 2022
Maybe you slipped in a puddle right inside the front door at your local grocery store, or perhaps you tripped over an exposed electrical cord powering a display at a bookstore. Falling when you are at a business can be a very embarrassing experience. You probably think that everyone nearby has seen what happened. Many people react to a slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall in a public place by fleeing the scene of the fall. Although moving...Read More - 4 reasons a driver may be drifting across the lane
Aug 17, 2022
If you have driven for long, you have probably noticed a few drivers who struggle to keep their car in a straight line. When you see that, you should give them a wide berth as they could prove dangerous to you. Here are some possible reasons why: 1. They do not have a license Maybe the driver is a 12-year-old who has stolen the car for a joyride and cannot fully reach the controls. Stranger...Read More - Puncture wounds often get infected
Aug 2, 2022
If you’ve been injured, the type of wound that you’ve suffered can really determine how serious the ramifications are. One way that you can see this is in the difference in infection rates between surface wounds and puncture wounds. For example, someone may suffer from a dog bite. A smaller dog with sharp teeth may cause a gash or laceration that bleeds extensively and only damages the surface. This can often look far more severe...Read More - Will your traumatic brain injury heal?
Jul 19, 2022
If you suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you may know that it is at least a short-term disability. You’re in the hospital getting medical treatment, so there’s no way that you can work while you recover, at least at the moment. But what you’re wondering is if the brain injury is ever going to fully heal. Is this similar to having a broken bone or a serious laceration? Or is there a chance that...Read More - Should you swerve to avoid an animal?
Jul 6, 2022
An animal darts into the road in front of you. You see the eyes as it freezes in your headlights, and you have to decide what to do instantly. You have to react. Your instincts tell you to swerve to the left and go around it. That’s the easiest way to avoid a crash. But should you actually do that? Do not cause a two-car crash The truth is that these types of animal-related issues...Read More - Can you get workers ’ compensation if the injuries are your fault?
Jun 29, 2022
People make mistakes. You might have loaded a piece of machinery incorrectly or not noticed that a guard had fallen off before you injured yourself. Knowing that you were responsible for your injuries, you might not be sure if you can seek workers’ compensation. The simple answer is that you usually can, but there are exceptions that may make it difficult for you to get workers’ compensation benefits. Self-inflicted injuries aren’t the same as accidental...Read More - How much space equals a safe following distance when driving?
Jun 22, 2022
A lot of people who end up tailgating other drivers don’t even know that they’re doing so. The problem is that they don’t know how large the gap needs to be in order for people in both cars to be safe. They believe they are being safe, but the driver ahead of them does not. This is an important distinction because people often assume that tailgating is aggressive behavior. And it certainly can be, but...Read More