If you’ve fallen and been injured in a store, mall or any public place, you may have the basis for a lawsuit. Success in slip and fall personal injury lawsuits is not just about proving negligence, but also about determining liability, because they aren’t always the...
Joel Kofsky
Joel Kofsky
How to Prevent Dog Attacks
Millions of people are the victims of dog bites in the United States each year, Children especially are more at risk of getting injured by an aggressive or dangerous dog. While owners have a legal responsibility to supervise and properly restrain their pets, in some...
Hiring a Lawyer as the Victim of a Drunk Driving Accident
Drunk driving can ruin lives. No one is a good driver when they're drunk Choosing to drive while under the influence is one of the poorest life decisions any of us can make. Over 30% of all crashes involve an alcohol-impaired driver. These accidents lead to almost one...
If My Car Was Hit By a Police Vehicle in Philadelphia, Can I File a Claim?
You may be unsure of what happens if the vehicle that causes an accident is owned and operated by law enforcement. While Pennsylvania drivers know that they are generally protected when it comes to car accidents under the state’s no-fault insurance laws. Police...
Tip-Over Accidents
Who would have thought that furniture is becoming an big injury risk? Everything these days is becoming lighter, faster, slimmer, and more convenient. And, with convenience, theres always a cost. This is the case with the newer, lighter, and more versatile furniture...
Claiming for a slip and fall accident
What is a Slip and Fall Accident? A slip and fall accident is one that occurs when someone ends up falling, tripping, or slipping because of a hazardous or dangerous condition that is on someone else’s property. It can also include falls that happen in snow, ice, or...
The Causes and Types of Motorcycle Accidents
A motorcycle accident can be devastating. Motorcyclists are more exposed than a driver of a four wheeled vehicle and are more susceptible to serious injury if they're in an accident. Figuring out the next steps can be a challenge, but the most important thing is...
The Causes of Neck Pain After a Car Accident
After a car accident, many people experience neck pain…. The pain can be nagging, feel tight, and make movement painful and difficult. Neck pain can also linger, causing suffering for months, or even years. Neck pain after a car accident is one of the most...
What is The Legal Definition of a Defective Product?
Not every product that causes harm is defective. We examine the definition. Every year, people across the country suffer injuries due to defective or faulty products. Defective product injuries can be severe and cause long-term damage that significantly impacts your...
How Smartphone use Increases Car Insurance Rates
Does smartphone use increase car insurance rates? Smartphone use is continuously increasing in today's society. While they allow information and communication in the palm of our hands, they are also one of the leading causes of increases in car insurance rates. While...
Motorcycles – Thrilling but prone to accidents
A lot of riders enjoy the freedom that only come from riding a motorcycle. However, this freedom comes at a price; motorcyclists are much more exposed than they would be driving a car, which means they are a lot more prone to serious injuries in the event of an...
Google Drives Patent to a New Level
Google's self driving cars may include new tech that can prevent secondary injuries to victims. But .... Google, the IT giant, has taken the patent law to the next level. Simply put, its done what every great inventor has had to do. In its attempt to redefine...
What Happens When You Are In An Uber Accident as a Driver ?
You drive an Uber and have been in an accident. Who covers your earning loss, medical bills and injuries? Accidents are always scary and stressful. With Uber, they could also be complicated- for a number of reasons. Who was at fault? Who will foot the bill? Where will...
Preventing Elderly and Disabled Customers From Slip, Trip and Fall Accidents
Elderly and disabled Pennsylvanians face unique challenges every day operating in a world largely intended for healthy, able people. Obstacles abound, many seemingly intent on making it harder for disabled and older Americans to stay active. Elderly and disabled...
10 Steps following a Car Accident
It is difficult for most people to remember the right steps to take after a car accident, particularly serious collisions that cause injury. Even minor fender-bender crashes can fill a person with dread and anxiety over how to pay for the damage. When a car accident...
Who is Responsible for a Mall Slip and Fall ?
So You Slipped and Injured yourself in a Mall. Who Do You Sue ? If you’re thinking about finding a slip and fall lawyer near you that can help you make a claim on a slip and fall injury, then you need to know the basics of what constitutes a legitimate case. This will...
Rental Car Accidents are not Straightforward
Rental car accidents can be very difficult to sort out from a legal perspective. Although most people assume that the car insurance of the rental car driver should cover the accident, it is not always that simple. It can a real legal mess trying to sort out who is...
How is Pain and Suffering Calculated?
Pain and suffering is one of the calculations that can be used when you are seeking compensation If you have been involved in a car accident, you might be wondering how much to ask for pain and suffering after your accident. This is a common question that is asked by...
Is A Computer Evaluating My Automobile Accident Claim Now?
Have you or a loved one been injured in an automobile accident ? Are you suffering from a permanent injury that prevents you from returning to work or enjoying the activities that you did prior to the accident? Does the physical pain from your injuries prevent you...
Walking and Texting in a Fast Paced World
Accidents involving distracted walking due to texting is an evolving high risk. As the smart phone continues to evolve, so does the definition of mobility. What once required an Internet connection and a laptop now only commands the all-consuming hand held that is...