a common form of birth control—the Paragard IUD—has come under scrutiny for its propensity to break upon removal
Wrongful death
Wrongful Death & Survival Action: Pt. 1
Litigation may take a long time. A chronically ill or elderly litigant may die during the litigation. The survival action allows the estate of that now deceased litigant to carry on the recovery of those damages.
Civil Liability Protection and COVID-19
In the wake of COVID-19 staffing shortages, supply chain breakdowns, and increased patient loads, a handful of states granted civil immunity to nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and health care systems.
Legal Questions surrounding the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a number of legal questions along with its millions of infections. What options are there for those who are seeking a civil case related to COVID-19? On March 10, 2020, the federal government made a Declaration Under the PREP...
Do criminal charges impact your wrongful death claim?
In Pennsylvania, when a person or a business directly contributes to the death of your loved one, you have the right to bring a civil lawsuit against that party. A wrongful death claim based on misconduct or negligence could give your family justice and provide...
Can I claim for wrongful death as an unmarried partner?
Marriage is a deeply personal choice. Many couples feel it is an outdated institution that is of no benefit to them. Yet, despite so many people sharing this way of thinking and being happy to live together without tying the knot, the law has not fully caught up. One...
Understanding pecuniary damages in a wrongful death suit
If you’re considering filing a wrongful death lawsuit, it’s important to understand how damages are measured when judges and juries award compensation or settlements with the at-fault parties get negotiated. The primary damages are usually financial – also referred to...
Could firearm manufacturers lose their immunity from wrongful death claims?
Since 2005, weapon manufacturers have enjoyed much protection against wrongful death claims and other injury lawsuits, all thanks to the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). That may soon change. In late September, a Pennsylvania court ruled that the...
Understanding wrongful death claims
If a person dies from natural causes, it can be hard enough to accept. Yet, when they died due to another person’s actions or negligence, it can be much more challenging. A wrongful death claim may help in this case. When can you file a wrongful death claim? You might...
Key elements of a wrongful death claim
Every death is a tragedy to someone. If you have lost your loved one because of the negligence of another person, that tragedy can be particularly painful because it could have been avoided. Filing a wrongful death claim can help you to hold people accountable for the...