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Posted on Dec. 2nd, 2015 | in News, Wrongful Death
The mistreatment of senior citizens is a serious issue for many families all across the country. In some especially tragic cases, this mistreatment could lead to death. The children of radio star Casey Kasem believe that their father’s wife of 30 years, Jean Kasem, is at least partially responsible for his death. According to a… read more
Posted on Nov. 25th, 2015 | in Car Accidents, News
Every year transportation officials tell us how dangerous it is to use a cellphone while driving. What we didn’t know is that it is even more dangerous than they originally thought. According to officials at the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, cellphone use while driving is grossly underreported in car accidents. PennDOT spokeswoman Fritzi Schreffler says… read more
Posted on Nov. 18th, 2015 | in Brain Injuries, News
One of the most difficult consequences of a brain injury is that you may not be able to live a normal life ever again. For NFL athletes, many of whom devote their whole lives to football, a brain injury can be devastating for their careers. NFL star Rashean Mathis has been placed on injured reserve… read more
Posted on Nov. 11th, 2015 | in News, Wrongful Death
If a family believes that another party’s negligence caused the death of their loved one, the surviving family members may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit against those parties. One family recently filed such a lawsuit in Pittsburgh after a woman living near the Armstrong County Jail was killed. Authorities have charged an… read more
Posted on Nov. 4th, 2015 | in Car Accidents, News
When a car accident occurs, victims and their families are typically overwhelmed with stress and emotions. Many people are concerned about their loved ones who may have suffered catastrophic injuries in the accident. Accident victims and their families are often hit with countless medical bills and rehabilitation costs, as well as lost wages. With so… read more
Posted on Oct. 28th, 2015 | in Car Accidents, News
Car accidents that solely involve other motor vehicles can be tragic enough. But, an accident involving a bicyclist can result in even more serious consequences. One woman was killed recently when her bike was struck by a vehicle near the University of Pittsburgh campus. The woman was an assistant director at the University of Pittsburgh’s… read more
Posted on Oct. 21st, 2015 | in News, Truck Accidents
Pennsylvania residents who have been involved in a big rig accident may have suffered serious injuries. In addition to physical and emotional injuries, these victims may be suffering financially as the medical bills pile up. If the truck driver was at-fault for the accident, the victims may be able to recover damages in court. These… read more
Posted on Oct. 15th, 2015 | in Brain Injuries, News
Every day, people in America are involved in devastating accidents that leave them with severe injuries. Some of the most severe are traumatic brain injuries, which can have an effect on every aspect of a person’s life. About 1.7 million traumatic brain injury deaths, hospitalizations and emergency room visits occur every year in the United… read more
Posted on Oct. 8th, 2015 | in News, Wrongful Death
When a fatal car accident occurs, many people assume that one of the drivers was at fault. However, this is not always the case. Some motor vehicle accidents in Pittsburgh are caused by defects in the vehicle itself. In such cases, the victims’ families may file a wrongful death suit against the manufacturer of the… read more
Posted on Oct. 2nd, 2015 | in Car Accidents, News
Drivers are expected to exercise caution when they are behind the wheel. Drivers who behave negligently or are under the influence of drugs or alcohol can be held liable for any automobile accidents they cause. These accidents may involve other vehicles, pedestrians or mere bystanders. One man recently crashed into a little girl standing on… read more