Pennsylvania wrongful-death and survival actions arise from the same fatal injury but protect different interests and can involve different damages. Learn the basic distinction and why estate administration matters.
Pennsylvania generally applies a two-year limitation period to many personal injury actions, but exceptions and special defendants can change the analysis. Learn why deadlines should be evaluated early.
A Pennsylvania workers’ compensation case can be settled through a Compromise and Release agreement. Learn what may be settled, why a judge reviews the agreement and what claimants should evaluate.
Pennsylvania dog-bite claims depend on the circumstances of the attack, the injuries and applicable law. This guide explains liability, evidence, damages and practical steps after a dog bite.
What should you do after a Pennsylvania car accident? Learn the immediate steps involving safety, medical care, evidence, insurance reporting and protection of a potential injury claim.
Full Tort vs. Limited Tort in Pennsylvania When purchasing Pennsylvania automobile insurance, drivers generally choose between full tort and limited tort. That selection can affect whether an injured person may recover noneconomic damages such as pain and suffering after a crash. The rules are fact-specific, and statutory exceptions can apply. What Is Full Tort? Full […]
How to Handle a Personal Injury Claim in Pennsylvania The period after a serious accident can involve medical treatment, missed work, insurance calls and financial pressure. Preserving evidence and avoiding premature decisions can make it easier to evaluate a Pennsylvania personal injury claim accurately. Get Appropriate Medical Care Seek appropriate medical attention and accurately describe […]
An overview of Pennsylvania workers’ compensation benefits, including medical treatment, wage-loss benefits, reporting a work injury, claim disputes and the role of a workers’ compensation attorney.
How to Protect the Value of a Personal Injury Claim in Pennsylvania A personal injury claim is evaluated based on evidence, liability, medical causation, damages and available insurance coverage. There is no guaranteed formula for “maximizing” a claim, but there are practical steps that can help preserve important evidence and reduce avoidable disputes. Preserve Evidence […]
Pennsylvania informed-consent law addresses disclosures required for certain medical procedures. This article explains the doctrine, key Pennsylvania authority and the relationship to malpractice claims.
