Pennsylvania Personal Injury Legal Questions

I’m so sorry your wife is still living with this pain. Unfortunately, the legal door closed a while ago. In Ohio, the two-year deadline for injury lawsuits ran out when she reached adulthood, and the release her parents signed would block any new claim. Even so, she isn’t without help. If her pain keeps her from working, a disability lawyer can guide her through applying for SSDI or SSI, and her doctor can refer her to a pain clinic. I know this doesn’t feel like the justice she deserved, but it can bring real financial relief and better day-to-day care. ... Read Answer

I'm glad you're OK. Without a physical injury, there is no legal redress for an emotional or mental injury in PA (and most if not all states) if this was negligence in not fixing the brakes properly, Intentional or reckless behavior does allow for damages for an emotional injury but it is hard to prove it was recklessness or intentional and unless you are debilitated and unable to work, the damages wouldn't make bringing a lawsuit worth it.... Read Answer

When a person makes false statements about you, and such statements have harmed your reputation, you may have a case for defamation.  Such a claim must be filed within 1 year of the false statements and you should seek a personal injury attorney as soon as possible to discuss your rights. I trust this answers your questions but do not hesitate to call or email me on a free initial basis. Best Regards,   Matthew R. Nahrgang, Esquire 35 Evansburg Road, Ste 400 Collegeville, PA 19426 (610) 489-3041 o (610) 489-3042 fax nahrganglaw.com... Read Answer

If you are hoping that a fellow invitee, not the homeowner, will voluntarily pay your medical bills, the simple solution is to ask the person to do so.  However, I would be surprised if the person agrees.  Moreover, if you do indeed make a claim against the person, he or she will likely bring the homeowner into it as there may be home insurance to cover it.     I trust this answers your questions, and, if you live in the Delaware Valley, feel free to call or email on a free initial basis.    Best Regards,   Matthew R. Nahrgang, Esquire 35 Evansburg Road, Ste 400 Collegeville, PA 19426 (610) 489-3041 o (610) 489-3042 fax nahrganglaw.com... Read Answer

I'm having some difficulty understanding your description of the relevant facts.  I'm understanding that you had a claim and that it was settled such that you were to receive a payment.  The payment went to your lawyer who, more than a week ago, told you that the money would be directly deposited into your account.  If my understanding is correct, I would again speak with the lawyer to confirm that he/she has in fact sent the money to your bank.  Double check that the lawyer has your correct account information.  The lawyer would have received confirmantion from his bank that the funds were transfered.  Ask for a copy.... Read Answer

Having excessive skin following the procedure is a known complication of that technique. Nevertheless, I have reviewed literature and find that what happened to your sons was a complication occurring at a rate of 1+ %.  You leave the story unfinished.  Was the excessive skin surgically removed.   If your sons were subject to further surgery and now properly circumcised their injuries would not in most medical malpractice firms in Pennsylvania would not be a sufficient magnitude to justify the time and expense of attempting to recover damages. You should in any case contact a lawyer handling medical malpractice cases in your jurisdiction if you desire to pursue this matter further.... Read Answer

I live in Fox Chapel and find the incident you report shocking.  This is a matter that you should present to a lawyer experienced in personal injury litigation. In addition to a potential personal injury claim to recover damages as a consequence of the assault,  such a lawyer should also be willing and able to assist you in communicating your concerns to the school district.  the school bus driver should have found a safe place to stop and should have intervened. I cannot comment further without having further information concerning whether or not its essential that you see to it that this incident is reported. If you have not had a response to the voicemail you left the family should go to the school and make the report directly. This way you can be assured that they know about the event and can learn what steps they intend to take to protect your nephew from being bullied in the future. It's unclear from your question whether the school principal was provided with facts. You should call the school principal again and arrange a meeting with the principal to assure that the matter is dealt with.... Read Answer

First and foremost, this is a matter which you should discuss with a lawyer in your jurisdiction having experience in litigating personal injury claims. I can imagine no circumstance in which it would be all right for your granddaughter to be attacked by 2 dogs and then threatened by the owner. It makes a difference however whether your granddaughteris a minor or an adult. Other important facts included whether the attack occurred on public property on your property or on the owner's property. Most homeowners have insurance that may offer coverage. If the dogs were not Fenced or restrained by a leash or some other means, the owner of the property and the dogs may have legal liability. Even if your granddaughter did not suffer serious physical harm, the attack itself and the fear such an attack creates can be a sufficient basis for the recovery of damages. There are circumstances where a dog is provoked and has not previously demonstrated vicious propensities where depending on these or other circumstances, where it would be difficult to make out a claim against the owner. Facts are important in such circumstances. Without knowing the nature of the threat it's difficult to assess whether the threat provides a separate basis for a claim.  Good luck.... Read Answer

Too little information here. What could happen is A) you have grounds to sue the other driver if he was at fault and 2) The police can arrest you for DUI, by the summons process (by mail) and/or issue traffic citations. You will have wait and see. It doesn't sound like you will be charged with DUI.... Read Answer

If you appeared to be under the influence and they tested your blood, it is possible. They will need to have a lab report to verify that Vicodin was in your system for an A 1 charge and that the level was higher than the recommended therapeutic dose to sustain an A 2 charge, under the DUI statute. Do not make any statements and see a lawyer if you are charged.... Read Answer

It is possible, but more facts need to be known. And, there needs to be a trial first and an award against you. After the award, the plaintiff has to file to have the award turned into a judgment. With the judgment, the plaintiff can then execute on property owned by the defendant's he or she obtained an award against. The whole process takes time. Don't waste time in finding a lawyer to help you with this.... Read Answer

Police have a lot of discretion in charging people with crimes. You may get cited with Damage to Unattended Vehicles. Your story may be a good defense. The fact that you paid the neighbor's damages is a huge factor in that they will be less likely to prosecute. However, in order to assure this case is handled in a way that leads to a withdrawal or a dismissal, I would hire an attorney.... Read Answer