In general, if you are employed in the state of Pennsylvania, you are covered by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance if you are injured on the job. If you suffer a sudden injury or if you develop an injury over time, workers’ compensation insurance should cover your medical expenses, as well as other costs. However, […]
What is the Average Car Accident Settlement in Pennsylvania?
/in Car Accidents /by Jay SolnickIf you have been injured in a car accident in Pennsylvania, you are probably wondering how you will pay your medical bills and other expenses. You may have missed a significant amount of time from work, causing a major reduction in your income. If you pursue legal action against the driver who caused your injuries, […]
Are Independent Contractors Covered by Workers’ Compensation in Pennsylvania?
/in Workers Compensation /by Jay SolnickIn general, if you are employed in the state of Pennsylvania, you are covered by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance if you are injured on the job. If you suffer a sudden injury or if you develop an injury over time, workers’ compensation insurance should cover your medical expenses, as well as other costs. However, […]
Pennsylvania Motorized Bike and Scooter Laws
/in Bike Accidents /by Jay SolnickMany Pennsylvanians use motorized bikes or scooters as their primary methods of transportation. However, simply because these individuals do not use motor vehicles does not mean that traffic laws do not apply to them. In fact, different laws apply depending on the type of motorbike or scooter that is used. Electric bicycles are a popular […]
What is a Coup-Contrecoup Brain Injury?
/in Personal Injury /by Jay SolnickThere are hundreds of different types of brain injuries that individuals may suffer after a motor vehicle accident, slip and fall, or other type of personal injury incident. Coup-contrecoup brain injuries are commonly seen in these legal claims. Coup-contrecoup brain injuries may result in serious, permanent disabilities. The Definition of Coup-Contrecoup Brain Injuries The terms […]
Who Provides Me with a Rental Car After a Car Accident?
/in Car Accidents /by Jay SolnickThere are few things that are less convenient in life than being in a car accident. Even if you walk away unscathed, you will be dealing with a myriad of inconveniences for weeks — or months to come. If your car was damaged to the point that it requires repairs, that will likely include needing […]