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Being involved in an automobile accident is always annoying, often stressful, and sometimes tragic. Still, one thing is for sure: you’re shaken up and not always thinking straight. Plus, there are many different things to deal with, not the least of which are your insurance claims and sometimes your legal claims.
Accidents on Private Property
Most of us know what to do when we’re involved in a vehicle accident on the roadways. But what if the accident occurred on private property, such as a parking lot? After all, parking lot accidents are quite common, especially when there are area events.
In Pennsylvania, if you are involved in an automobile accident in which property is damaged or someone is injured or killed, you must stay at the scene and exchange information with the other driver. Anyone who leaves the scene of an accident can face serious consequences.
TAKE A MINUTE. SAVE A LIFE.
As personal injury attorneys, this most recent snow storm, reminds us again of the dangers of snow and ice flying off the back of moving vehicles. The dash-cam video below shows how this dangerous this driving hazard can be.
How a Pre-Existing Condition Can Affect Your Auto Accident Claim
If you have been involved in an accident, the first thing to remember is that your insurance company is not on your side. They are in business to make money, and to do this, they will try to give you the lowest settlement possible.
Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries
According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC), there are roughly 17,000 new cases of spinal cord injuries in the U.S. every year. Since 2010, motor vehicle accidents are the most common cause of spinal injuries (38%). Spinal cord Injuries suffered in car accidents are very serious, and unfortunately far too common.
Common Delayed Injury Symptoms
Accidents can happen to anyone at any time and in any place. Although some accidents result in serious or even fatal injuries, most people walk away from a car accident with only minor injuries. Still, even if you feel unharmed in the immediate aftermath of a crash, your body can have surprising reactions to trauma that delays your response to an injury. Adrenaline can also mask symptoms of injuries from a car accident in the short term.
Airport Slip and Falls
Let an Allentown Slip and Fall Lawyer Fight For Your Rights In a typical Pennsylvania slip and fall accident at a public place such as an airport, the injured victim; i.e., the plaintiff, needs to prove the following: The airport had a duty to protect the injured victim from unreasonably dangerous conditions; The airport breached that duty; That breach of duty caused the slip and fall accident to occur; and The slip and fall accident caused the victim to sustain injuries and damages. The most difficult element to prove will be #2: How did the airport breach its duty to protect the injured victim from unreasonably dangerous conditions? Several years ago, A Delaware woman sued the City of Philadelphia and a snow removal contractor for injuries she sustained after falling to the ground at Philadelphia International Airport in a premises liability case. According to the complaint, the plaintiff was walking at the airport near Gate F8 on Dec. 21, 2009, when she slipped and fell on ice that had accumulated on the ground. The lawsuit alleged carelessness and negligence for failing to properly and adequately maintain the premises and for allowing a dangerous and hazardous condition to exist. This is a typical airport slip and fall scenario. If you have been injured by a slip and fall accident in Pennsylvania, contact an Allentown slip and fall lawyer at Drake, Hileman & Davis for help. Common Causes for Slip and Fall Accidents at Airports An airport property owner has a duty […]
Insurance Limitations on Certain Dog Breeds
The question is: are certain breeds of dogs genetically predestined to be aggressive, or is aggression purely an environmental issue, i.e., a matter of treatment and training? There is somewhat of a split among the experts. According to dog expert Cesar Millan, on his website Cesar’s Way, “I deal with a lot of red zone dog behavior cases, and I often hear people incorrectly blaming the breed. Any breed can cause trouble. The difference between an aggressive chihuahua and an aggressive pit bull is that the bigger breeds can cause proportionately bigger damage.” Furthermore, The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) states in an article on their website entitled “Are Certain Breeds of Dogs More Aggressive Than Others?” that the study did not prove that certain breeds of dogs are more dangerous than others but simply proved what veterinarians have long believed: that nearly any dog can be aggressive, or non-aggressive, based on its early training, socialization, and environment. On the other hand, according to the APA Guardian, “It is undeniable that some breeds are naturally more aggressive than others.” And, oddly enough, some list the diminutive chihuahua as the most aggressive breed of all. In any event, if you have a dog that was involved in an aggression incident or have suffered an injury from being attacked by a dog, contact an Allentown dog bite lawyer for help. Insurance Companies’ Response It has become commonplace for insurance companies to reject or restrict homeowner insurance coverage of certain dog breeds that […]
Dog Behaviors That May Lead to Attacks
Man’s best friend. That phrase is often completely accurate, particularly for the elderly and children, or people who live alone. Commonly, a dog as a pet is someone’s only companion, not just their best friend. This is why aggression in dogs is such an emotional hot button. No one wants to see their best friend put down for a single act of aggression. If you have a dog that was involved in an aggression-related incident or have suffered an injury from being attacked by a dog, contact an Allentown dog bite lawyer for help. Why Do Dogs Become Aggressive? Most experts will tell you what it is not caused by, despite common belief: breed type. The only difference between an aggressive lap dog and an aggressive pit bull is the amount of damage they cause. Dogs become aggressive for a variety of reasons: Injury and Illness. If a dog that has never shown any sign of aggression suddenly begins growling, snapping, or biting, it may be caused by a disease or illness, such as arthritis, bone fractures, internal injuries, various tumors, and lacerations, and even cognitive issues, like cognitive dysfunction or brain tumors. Your first trip should be to the vet. Fear. A scared dog can easily develop aggressive behavior. Most dogs only exhibit aggressive behavior if they sense that they are in danger, cannot escape, and feel the need to defend themselves, such as when they are backed into a corner. Many rescue dogs come from a past filled […]
