wrongful death
Wrongful Death Claims In Pennsylvania Pedestrian Accidents
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, pedestrian accidents accounted for 3.2% of traffic accidents during 2015. However, pedestrian accidents accounted for 12.8% of the fatalities in traffic accidents. During 2015, there were 4,001 crashes involving pedestrians. Just over 150 pedestrians lost their lives in those accidents during that year. Even one life lost in…
Read MoreWhat Does the Plaintiff Need to Prove in a Wrongful Death Case?
After a lawsuit is filed for wrongful death in Pennsylvania, the plaintiff is still responsible for illustrating the elements of a wrongful death claim before any damages can be officially awarded. Must Prove Negligence Led To The Death The plaintiff has to show that the defendant was indeed negligent, that the defendant’s negligence led to…
Read MoreWhat Damages Can Be Recovered in a Pennsylvania Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
It is devastating to go through the loss of a loved one in any situation, but knowing that the death could have been prevented and that it was caused by someone else’s negligent behavior can be especially difficult. Wrongful Death Claims If you decide to move forward with a Pennsylvania wrongful death claim, this is…
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About the Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations in Pennsylvania
If you have lost a loved one because of another person’s negligence, you may be interested in learning more about how you can fight for compensation in a wrongful death case. You need to know the rules and regulations associated with filing a wrongful death case so that you can evaluate it effectively and determine whether…
Read MoreWhat Damages Could I Recover in a Pennsylvania Wrongful Death Case?
If someone you love has been killed and you believe it’s the fault of someone else’s negligence, you are likely interested in how a wrongful death case may unfold in Pennsylvania. An Erie wrongful death case is complex and should only be handled by an experienced personal injury attorney. Read on to learn more about how…
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