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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
Posted on Sep. 24th, 2015 | in News, Truck Accidents
Truck drivers are responsible for a number of pedestrian accidents and car accidents that occur in Pittsburgh. Commercial truck accidents, whether they involve other cars or pedestrians, can cause some of the most devastating injuries of all. Commercial trucks, or big rigs, are typically used to transport commercial goods in the course of business. One… read more
Posted on Sep. 17th, 2015 | in Brain Injuries, News
Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, affect millions of people in this country every year. Typically, this type of injury occurs as a result of some sort of impact to the brain. A majority of brain injuries are caused by a blow or a jolt to the head or an object going through the skull. Motor… read more
Posted on Sep. 11th, 2015 | in News, Wrongful Death
Did you know that in 2012, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were over 5.6 million car accidents? Thankfully, most of these accidents are minor and only leave people with damage to their cars or property. However, serious car accidents occur, often leaving victims with significant injuries and sometimes death. Determining who… read more
Posted on Sep. 4th, 2015 | in News, Wrongful Death
One of the most difficult times in a person’s life is when they have to deal with the loss of a loved one. The grieving process can be especially difficult when the person dies in a sudden and unexpected way. Fatal car accidents can leave families in complete turmoil, unsure about what to do next…. read more
Posted on Aug. 27th, 2015 | in Brain Injuries, News
Last week, we discussed a tragic car accident resulting in a wrongful death suit against NASCAR driver Tony Stewart. Another racing accident has left one IndyCar driver dead as a result of a head injury. Head injuries are common in many motor vehicle accidents, whether they occur on Pittsburgh highways or the racetrack. IndyCar driver… read more