Motor Vehicle Accidents – What to do if you are at Fault

By Shirlee Friedman | Jan 25, 2016 |

If it turns out that you were pretty clearly at fault for your car accident, it’s not the end of the world, but it could end up costing you a certain amount of both money and hassle, depending on the specifics of your situation. Here are some things to keep in mind if you’re legally…

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Your Auto Insurance Policy Might Cover a Lot More Things Than You’d Expect

By Shirlee Friedman | Jan 20, 2016 |

Most of the time, auto insurance is other cars or property. You’re covered for injuries to yourself or others in an accident, for car theft, and possibly for roadside assistance or a rental car if your own car breaks down. But auto insurance can cover a lot of other things that you might not expect.…

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How an Attorney Can Help You Get Victim’s Assistance

By Shirlee Friedman | Jan 6, 2016 |
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If you are a victim of a violent crime, including assault, rape and the homicide of someone you love, you may be eligible to receive victim assistance through a government program designed to reimburse people in your situation. This may include help for medical and dental expenses, funeral costs, counseling and lost wages or support.…

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Premises Liability: Do you have a Case?

By Shirlee Friedman | Nov 14, 2015 |
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When you go on someone’s premises, whether an individual’s home or a company’s property, you have the reasonable expectation to believe those premises will be safe for people to use. If you are injured while on someone else’s property, you may have the right to pursue compensation. Before you do so, take the time to…

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Proving Fault in Medical Malpractice Cases is Harder than You May Think

By Shirlee Friedman | Oct 21, 2015 |
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When someone you love has suffered injury at the hand of a doctor, you may feel that the case is cut and dried. After all, the doctor performed medical care, or failed to do so, and your loved one was hurt as a result. You’ve probably heard stories about people who won millions of dollars…

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New Ratings for Child Safety Seats in Philadelphia: What you Need to Know

By Shirlee Friedman | Sep 21, 2015 |
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The car can be a dangerous place for your child, and many unsuspecting parents have improperly secured their children in their vehicles through no fault of their own. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, many cars feature LATCH car seat installation systems that are too hard for people to use properly. To help…

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4 Steps to hiring an Accident Attorney

By Shirlee Friedman | Aug 25, 2015 |

An accident attorney can prove to be highly beneficial if you are ever involved in an accident. It’s not very difficult to hire one if you understand the process and take the right steps. It is important to have the right representation when you are dealing with an accident, which is why we have provided…

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The Many Dangers of Distracted Driving

By Shirlee Friedman | Jul 20, 2015 |
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Grabbing your phone to check a text or reaching behind you to adjust your child’s pacifier isn’t a big deal when you are driving, is it? Actually, statistics show that it is. According to the National Health and Traffic Safety Association, 18 percent of fatal crashes in the country occur because of distraction. This means…

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What exactly is Pain and Suffering?

By Shirlee Friedman | Jun 21, 2015 |

When it comes to personal injury cases, pain and suffering is generally a key component. Many people have heard the term but are unsure exactly what it means. There are two different kinds of pain and suffering. One is physical pain and suffering and the other is mental pain and suffering. Physical pain and suffering…

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5 Things Your Lawyer Needs to Know About Your Personal Injury Case

By Shirlee Friedman | May 6, 2015 |

Personal injury lawsuits can be extremely complex. For this reason, many people who have been injured in an accident hire a personal injury attorney for help. There are many pieces of information your personal injury attorney will need to know. You need to let them know exactly when the injury occurred. Knowing the date that…

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