Personal Injury

When you get hurt in an accident, your past medical history can play a big part in your legal case. Many people in Pennsylvania already deal with health conditions like back problems or old injuries. This doesn’t mean you can’t be compensated if someone else’s negligence causes new harm. It’s essential to understand how pre-existing…

Dealing with limited tort vs. full tort when you’re injured can be confusing, whether you were hurt as a driver or passenger. Full tort offers the most rights possible. However, suppose you (or the driver of the car you rode in) opted for limited tort. You may be able to seek compensation for economic damages,…

Thousands of people across Pennsylvania file personal injury cases every year in the hopes of recovering compensation for accident-related losses. Plaintiffs in personal injury cases look forward to the day they’ll receive their final settlement awards, but many are shocked to find their take-home compensation is far less than they anticipated. These discrepancies are often…

In the last 10 years alone, Pittsburgh residents have witnessed bridge fires, highway collapses, train derailments and countless other infrastructure-related accidents. The costs associated with these accidents are often astronomical – both for taxpayers and individual survivors. As our city continues to evolve, our local officials must ensure Pittsburgh’s infrastructure is up to the task…

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…

Playgrounds are places for children to exercise, play, laugh, and socialize with other children. Children rely on adults to provide safe and sturdy playgrounds at schools, daycare centers, and public parks. Children don’t understand the dangers of swings, jungle gyms, seesaws, balance beams, and other playground equipment. At Carmody & Ging, Injury & Accident Lawyers,…

A porch collapsed at a St. Patrick’s Day party in Pittsburgh on Friday, March 15, just before 5:30 p.m. The incident caused serious injuries to some of the attendees, including 16 who were hospitalized. In some cases, the condition of a porch may contribute to a collapse, leading to severe bodily injuries. For those harmed…

Nerve damage can range from mild to severe, and its seriousness largely depends on the extent, location, and cause of the damage. In most cases, doctors take nerve damage extremely seriously. Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly affect outcomes, while overlooking this condition can lead to further complications. It is important to look out for…

Expert witnesses play a crucial role in Pennsylvania personal injury trials, offering specialized knowledge to help the court understand complex issues related to the case. If you are involved in a personal injury case, it is worth it to learn how an expert witness may be able to strengthen your case. The role of an…

It’s tragic when a loved one dies in a car accident, truck accident, or any type of vehicle accident. Fatal accidents are also often due to medical malpractice, construction accidents, nursing home abuse, oil and gas extraction accidents, and other causes. Wrongful death actions require seasoned trial lawyers who understand the unique challenges involved in…