Understanding Hours-of-Service Violations in Trucking
Truck accidents are less common than other types of vehicle collisions, but when they happen, the fallout is often catastrophic. Commercial trucks are capable of doing massive amounts of damage at any speed, and accidents often leave behind multiple totaled vehicles, severe or fatal injuries, and road damage. Behind some of these accidents are drivers…
Read MoreThe Hidden Impact of Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries
Brain injuries are one of the most unpredictable outcomes of a car accident, slip and fall, or workplace injury. This is because the brain itself is inherently unpredictable. Neuroscientists often describe the brain as plastic, meaning that it can adapt to trauma and form new neuronal connections to make up for losses in other areas.…
Read MoreHow Black Box Data Can Help Your Truck Accident Claim
The aftermath of a Pennsylvania truck accident can leave your family with serious financial uncertainty, severe injuries, a never-ending list of doctors’ appointments, and mental trauma. When a negligent truck driver or trucking company is responsible for your injuries, a personal injury claim can help you fight for the compensation you’re entitled to. But pursuing…
Read MoreCommon Workplace Hazards in Pennsylvania Steel Mills
Pennsylvania has one of the largest and most established steel industries in the United States, falling behind only Indiana and Ohio. There are several prominent steel mills in the state, and the industry is particularly active in the Pittsburgh area. Those who work in our state’s steel mills are a crucial part of Pennsylvania’s thriving…
Read MoreInsurance Medical Examinations and Their Effect on a PA Workers’ Compensation Claim
If you’ve been hurt on the job in Pennsylvania, you’re probably aware that workers’ compensation benefits are available to help you recover, both physically and financially. But what happens if you’re asked to undergo an insurance medical examination (IME) as part of your workers’ compensation case? The idea of having a doctor who doesn’t know…
Read MoreHow Safe Are Vehicle Backup Cameras?
These days, it’s hard to find a new car or truck without a backup camera. Over the years, these cameras have gone from luxury add-ons to required safety features. And for good reason — no one wants to be the cause of a tragic backover accident. Backup cameras were designed to reduce that kind of…
Read MoreWhat to Do When You are Injured by a Negligent Driver, But the Insurance Company Refuses to Pay
It’s frustrating enough to experience an injury due to someone else’s negligence. But injury victims aren’t always fairly treated by insurance companies. If this has happened to you, don’t panic. You do have options, and you don’t have to go through it alone. At Carmody and Ging, Injury & Accident Lawyers, we help injured Pennsylvanians…
Read MoreWhat is the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)?
Suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a life-altering event — not just for the individual but for their entire family. In Pennsylvania, if such an injury results from an accident caused by someone else’s negligence — whether it’s a car crash, workplace accident, or other serious incident — understanding how doctors assess these injuries…
Read MoreUnderstanding Punitive Damages in Personal Injury Cases in Pennsylvania
In a successful personal injury claim, the court awards compensatory damages. Expenses like medical care, missed wages, and emotional distress due to the damage are all covered by these. Nonetheless, an additional form of damages can raise the overall award. Punitive damages, although much less common, can be significant when the actions of one side…
Read MoreWhy You Should Avoid Posting on Social Media After an Accident
It’s natural after an accident to want to discuss your injuries with the people you know. You want to keep them informed and let them know how hurt you are. We all talk to family and friends to see if they have had any similar experiences. Our Pittsburgh personal injury lawyers recommend that you speak…
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