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Liability in Car Accidents Involving Pedestrians Car collisions involving pedestrians can be devastating and emotionally distressing for both the victim and driver. Most people mistakenly believe that the fault lies with the driver in these types of situations, but sometimes the pedestrian can be held liable for losses associated with the accident. Driver Liability in Car Accidents Involving a Pedestrian Drivers have a responsibility to act with reasonable care while behind the wheel. There are...

Car Seat Safety for Children The first time you drive home from the hospital with your newborn baby, it’s natural to feel hyper vigilant, nervous and anxious. After some time, most parents become complacent and tend to overlook the very real dangers associated with driving with children. It’s necessary for parents to drive safely, but it’s equally important to keep your child safe by providing them with age-appropriate restraints. Car Seat Recommendations Based on Age...

The increase in technological advancements has increased a person’s tendency to become distracted while trying to drive. Cell phone use directly contributes to thousands of car accident related fatalities each year, but drivers can avoid this dangerous habit by remaining vigilant at all times behind the wheel. How Can I Avoid Distracted Driving in NJ and PA? The most important way to avoid getting distracted behind the wheel is to put your cell phone out...

When you are seeking out a personal attorney, you are likely to hear that some lawyers will accept your case on a “contingency fee” basis. It’s important to understand the legal definition of this term as well as the advantages and disadvantages of such representation before selecting the personal injury lawyer that’s right for you. Contingency Fees in NJ and PA If you and your lawyer are working together in a contingent fee arrangement, then...

Tips to Prevent Slip Trips and Fall Sometimes all it takes is mere seconds of distraction to send you slipping and falling your way to an injury. It always seems to happen quickly, and only when you feel the pain of your injury do you realize just how serious a slip and fall incident can be. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Labor, slips and falls account for the majority of general industry accidents...

When you are considering filing a personal injury lawsuit over an accident, it’s critical that you calculate the total financial value of your combined losses. Damages paid to the injured victim may be negotiated or fought for in court, but lacking a definitive monetary amount may result in settling for less than you actually deserve. Determining the Worth of your PA or NJ Personal Injury Claim The bulk of your compensation award will likely stem...

When you’ve been injured as a result of another person’s negligence, seeking financial relief from your losses may be necessary. Victims frequently suffer from losses like medical bills, lost wages, property damage and physical pain and suffering. It’s important to document and preserve evidence regarding these losses to help build your case for financial compensation. Collecting Evidence for you PA or NJ Personal Injury Case Immediately following an accident, you need to assess the situation...

There is nothing more shocking than an unexpected death of a friend, family member, or other loved one. Nothing can truly prepare you emotionally for that type of incident. It comes with shock, sadness and other feelings of loss. It sounds bad enough, but those feelings can get even worse if it turns out that the death of your loved one came about due to the negligence of another. If your loved one died because...

One of the more catastrophic types of accidents on roads today are those that involve commercial trucks. These types of trucks include dump trucks, tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers and semi-trucks, and are frequently on the road at almost any time of day. Their sheer size makes it difficult for them to stop quickly and adjust to emergency situations on the road, especially at highway speeds. This can lead to accidents and trucking accidents can result in personal injury and...

It’s a common misconception that a hailstorm is solely a cold-weather event. Hailstorms are associated with severe thunderstorms and can occur any time throughout the year. Even though hailstorms are ice pellets, leading to the common misconception that they only happen in winter, these ice pellets are created high up inside the clouds where temperatures are below freezing. When hail finally drops from the clouds it can end up being anywhere between the size of...