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- Steps to Take after a Rideshare Accident in Philadelphia
Oct 30, 2019
The drastic increase of ridesharing use has transformed the way we travel. The goal of these ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft are to ease the transportation process whether that is a night out drinking, a ride to work, lack of a personal vehicle, or simply a convenient ride. Uber is available in 600 countries and drivers complete 14 million rides each day. While ridesharing does have positive impacts on the environment and the ease...Read More - Who is at Fault in a Lane Change Accident?
Oct 30, 2019
Driving can be dangerous even if you are following all traffic rules. Unfortunately, there is no way to ensure other drivers on the road will abide by the same rules. Driving accidents are inevitable, but when it comes to lane changing accidents, there are a few elements that can make determining who is at fault a little tricky. If you have been involved in a lane change accident, contact our Philadelphia car accident attorneys for...Read More - What to Do After a Hit and Run on Private Property
Oct 30, 2019
Every minute in the United States, someone is affected by a hit and run. A hit and run incident can occur if a car hits another moving car, parked car or person and flees the scene. After hitting another person, car or vacant vehicle, you are legally responsible for a few things before leaving the scene. Hit and run accidents on private property are slightly different than if it were to take place on a public...Read More - Penalties for Driving Without Insurance in Pennsylvania
Oct 30, 2019
Every driver who operates a vehicle on the roads in Pennsylvania are required to have car insurance. Unfortunately, not every driver abides by this rule and runs the risk of serious financial penalties if caught. The state of Pennsylvania requires each driver to purchase a minimum of $5,000 for medical benefits, $15,000 for bodily injury (per person), $30,000 bodily injury per accident and $5,000 for property damage. These medical benefits and liability insurance coverages required...Read More - What is PIP Insurance in Pennsylvania?
Oct 30, 2019
Pennsylvania may have set of unique laws regarding insurance coverage, but it is largely a no-fault state – those who are involved in an accident file a claim with their own insurance provider, regardless of who is at fault. In order to help facilitate this system, personal injury protection (PIP) insurance coverage is legally required by the state for all licensed drivers. What is PIP Insurance? Personal injury protection (PIP) insurance coverage helps cover a driver’s personal medical...Read More - NTM Class Action
Oct 23, 2019
A class action lawsuit (“the Lawsuit”) was filed on behalf of all individuals who underwent open heart surgery at WellSpan York Hospital between October 1, 2011 and July 24, 2015 or Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center between November 5, 2011 and November 5, 2015 who have not been diagnosed with and do not have current symptoms of non-tuberculous mycobacterium (NTM) infection. This Notice refers to this group as the “Class”. The Lawsuit is titled...Read More - What is Foot Drop?
Sep 30, 2019
Foot drop is the inability to lift the front part of the foot due to weakness or paralysis of the muscles. Foot drop can lead to difficulty walking which can result in lifting the knees higher or swinging the leg from side to side to avoid toes dragging on the floor. Foot drop is not categorized as a disease, but rather an indicator of a neurological, muscular or anatomical issue. Causes of Foot Drop Foot drop can...Read More - What is Caput Succedaneum and Cephalohematoma?
Sep 30, 2019
Caput succedaneum and cephalohematoma are both acute trauma injuries that occur to an infant’s head typically during the birthing process. Both of these conditions require a healthcare professional’s post-birth checkups and extended observation to ensure a larger issue hasn’t occurred. An infant is at a higher risk of developing caput succedaneum or cephalohematoma if there were medical devices used for extraction such as vacuums or forceps. Additionally, both are caused by extensive pressure on the...Read More - How Long Do You Have to File a Birth Injury Lawsuit?
Sep 30, 2019
A birth injury is an injury to an infant that takes place during pregnancy, delivery or shortly after birth. In the United States, 7 out of 1,000 babies endure birth injuries. Birthing injuries can range from broken bones, injury to nerves and brain damage. The most common brain injury to occur during birth is due to oxygen deprivation. Contact a birth injury lawyer in Philadelphia at Anapol Weiss today for a free consultation. Statute of Limitations If...Read More - Prenatal Care Malpractice: Causes of Prenatal Injuries and How to Prove Malpractice
Sep 30, 2019
The prenatal stage of pregnancy is when the fetus is in the developing stage in the mother’s womb. During a pregnancy, frequent visits to the doctor are routine to ensure the mother and baby’s safety. As the mother gets closer to labor, the frequency of the doctor visits will increase. If any abnormalities in the mother or baby are discovered, the healthcare professional will need to treat the mother properly and efficiently to protect the...Read More