Pennsylvania Slip And Fall Legal Questions

Often, businesses have insurance policies that pay for medical expenses regardless of whether the business was at fault.  This insurance coverage is usually limited--maybe $5,000 or so.  You should inquire of the insurance company for the restaurant to see if the policy provides for the payment of medical expenses.  Beyond that, the restaurant and its insurance company would pay only if they believed that the restaurant was negligent.  Your description of this accident does not explain what caused the stool to shoot out from under your aunt.  The question of fault may turn on things like whether there was something on the floor that caused this to happen or if there was something about the stool itself that caused it to shoot out.  You and your aunt should meet with a lawyer to discuss these issues.... Read Answer

Yes - You are entitled to get your file back from your attorney. See generally http://www.padisciplinaryboard.org/documents/PBAFO2007-100-CLIENT-FILES.pdf I would request the file from the attorney.  He/She should provide it within a reasonable time period. If not, you can file a grievance with the PA disciplinary board.... Read Answer

Depending on the cirucmstances of your employment, you might be entitled to medical treatment and lost wages paid for by your employer's workers' compensation insurance carrier. Two months is an outrageous delay, as the workers' compensation act requires insurers to act much quicker than that. Unfortunately, your post doesn't give enough information for an answer to your question. If you call my office, I'd be happy to run through your situation.... Read Answer

From what you've described, if you were working, you might have a Workers' Compensation claim.  Workers' compensation will often take care of your related medical bills and provide you with wage loss while you are off work from a work injury (if you are off long enough). Make sure to get the medical treatment you need.  I also recommend speaking with a local workers' compensation attorney as soon as possible, as it's an extremely complex area of the law.  Whereabouts in Pennsylvania do you live?... Read Answer

Generally you can't sue your employer for pain and suffering from an injury that occurred at work, but there may be an exception or perhaps another defenant like a maintenance company or roofing company responsible for the roof, so you should consult with a good lawyer as soon as possible.  ... Read Answer

If the case was won by settlement the check should be delivered within 30 days or less, though that does not always happen.  If it was won by trial many defendants will simply ignore their obligation to pay and you have to begin the collections process. Steven F. Fairlie, Esq.Fairlie & Lippy, P.C.1501 Lower State Road, Suite 304North Wales, PA 19454voice: (215) 997-1000fax: (215) 997-1777steve@fairlielaw.netwww.fairlielaw.net Become a Fan of Fairlie & Lippy, P.C. on Facebook Follow us on Twitter  ... Read Answer