Posted on Sep. 22nd, 2016 | in News, Wrongful Death
There is nothing more heartbreaking and tragic for Pennsylvania residents than to suddenly lose a loved one. When a death occurs because of someone else’s bad decisions, it can make a terrible situation even worse. For instance, a man recently pleaded guilty to homicide by vehicle while under the influence and other DUI offenses after… read more
Posted on Aug. 25th, 2016 | in News, Wrongful Death
In Pittsburgh, a person who is hit by a motor vehicle is likely to suffer severe injuries and possibly even death. This type of fatal accident is unexpected and can leave a family to endure the emotional and personal pain of the occurrence. When there is an accident of this kind, those who are left… read more
Posted on Aug. 12th, 2016 | in News, Wrongful Death
Many Pennsylvania residents have an expansive definition of who they consider family. Family may include not only the traditional persons typically thought of, but others as well who are close loved ones. In the legal system, however, there may still be specific family definitions that apply in certain circumstances. Last week, for example, this blog… read more
Posted on Aug. 4th, 2016 | in News, Wrongful Death
Many Pennsylvania residents do everything in their power to provide and make life better for their loved ones. From working hard to support the family, to providing love and emotional support when times are tough, individuals play many different roles in supporting family and friends. When a fatal accident occurs that tragically takes the life… read more
Posted on Jul. 14th, 2016 | in News, Wrongful Death
When things go wrong in the lives of Pittsburgh residents, there is often a lot of finger pointing involved from the different people involved in the incident. This is certainly true in the legal system, as the different parties to a case may place the blame for the incident at the hands of the other… read more
Posted on Jul. 7th, 2016 | in News, Wrongful Death
When Pittsburgh residents watch the evening news, it can often seem as though they are in danger from any number of threats. In reality, however, individuals are typically far more likely to be injured from more common causes, including a car accident that occurs during a simple drive to work, school or the grocery store…. read more
Posted on Jun. 1st, 2016 | in News, Wrongful Death
It is hard to put in to words the devastation a family feels after losing a loved one. Things are even worse when the family feels like the death could have easily been prevented. One woman’s family is suing a Pittsburgh hospital for wrongful death after a hospital stay gone wrong. The 76-year-old schoolteacher contracted… read more
Posted on Apr. 21st, 2016 | in News, Wrongful Death
Plane crashes involving private planes can cause numerous deaths and serious injuries. Airplane accidents in Pittsburgh have left many families devastated. The family of American film pilot, Alan Purwin, is now grieving the loss of their loved one after an accident. Purwin and Carlos Berl of Colombia were killed when a plane crashed in Colombia… read more
Posted on Feb. 17th, 2016 | in News, Wrongful Death
For the families of Pennsylvanian accident victims, moving on with their lives can feel impossible. One Pennsylvania man knows exactly how that feels. In February 2011, a natural gas explosion in Allentown killed five people and destroyed multiple homes in his neighborhood. The man was at work at the time of the accident. The man’s… read more
Posted on Jan. 13th, 2016 | in News, Wrongful Death
Hospitals are common defendants in cases involving allegations of wrongful death. The widow of former Pittsburgh Steelers Dwight White filed a wrongful death suit in 2010 against UPMC Presbyterian and neurosurgeon Joseph Maroon after the death of her husband. Maroon was later dismissed as a defendant. Dwight underwent back surgery in June 2008 and was… read more
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