New Year's Eve is one of the most enjoyable holidays of the year. People are usually filled with hope about the possibilities of a fresh year and do not want their goodwill destroyed for any reason. Unfortunately, this holiday can be fraught with danger if you are not careful.
Personal injury: An eye-opening New Year's Eve hazard
2 women killed by dogs in separate incidents
There have been a couple of widely-reported cases of horrific dog maulings where the dogs killed either their owner or handler. The most grisly attack culminated in the dogs feeding off of their owner's remains. Law enforcement assured the public that they were euthanized.
Judge awards $25,000 for lack of wet floor safety
Most Pennsylvania residents probably don’t think twice about seeing a “Caution: Wet Floor” sign. However, these warnings serve an important purpose. Even subconsciously, wet floor signs and special mats help passersby avoid the potential dangers beneath their feet.
Traumatic events that cause personal injury to the spinal cord
Physical trauma endured by the human body can lead to several different types of personal injury. These include contusions, lacerations, bone breaks and many others. One of the most serious injuries that can occur from physical trauma is damage to the spinal cord. Injuries of this type often lead to debilitating consequences and will likely affect the victim for the rest of his or her life.
How do you prove fault in a medical malpractice case?
It may sound like a silly question to ask, but it is an important one. You may assume that medical malpractice cases speak for themselves, and sometimes they do! There is even a legal term for this called "res ipsa," which means that "it speaks for itself." Since medical malpractice cases can be very complicated, res ipsa cases make it easier for the plaintiff to establish that they were harmed under circumstances that qualify as medical malpractice.
Two necessary considerations for car insurance in Pennsylvania
Car insurance policies vary wildly. This is true whether you are a new driver or are reviewing an insurance policy you have had for a few years.
