Cordisco & Saile, LLC opened a new location in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, which expands the personal injury firm’s reach and broadens its commitment to serving the Bucks County area as well as Pennsylvania. The law firm’s new Doylestown office is located at 44 E Court Street #100, Doylestown, PA 18901. The phone number for the new … Read More »
Getting hurt or becoming ill on the job means you may be eligible for worker’s compensation. But you have to act quickly to protect your right to receive benefits. Here are five key things to remember: #1: Report the injury to your employer immediately Make sure your supervisor or HR department knows about your injury. … Read More »
Nursing home residents, especially if they are bed-bound or use a wheelchair, unfortunately can develop bedsores. But did you know that bedsores can be fatal? With bedsores, if the sore causes a break in the skin the person becomes much more vulnerable to deadly infections such as staph and MRSA. You should also know that … Read More »
Click below to listen now! Or scroll down to view a transcript of the interview about brain trauma and brain injuries. Listen Now Audio courtesy of WBCB 1490AM Audio Transcript Radio Host: Everything you wanna know about funerals, sort of paying scenarios, what if, how to take care of it. Mike Shiller does … Read More »
There are a variety of female pelvic health conditions that may require surgical intervention to treat. Two very common health conditions that millions of women experience are pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Both of these conditions can be treated in various ways, and in the past ten to fifteen years, many … Read More »
Many people across the United States have become aware of transvaginal mesh and how there are hundreds of thousands of claims pending against various pharmaceutical manufacturers. The transvaginal mesh litigation is considered to be one of the largest “mass torts” in history, demonstrating that women truly have been harmed by transvaginal mesh products used to … Read More »
There are different types of mesh implanted transvaginally to treat pelvic organ prolapse (POP) as well as stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Oftentimes, women implanted with transvaginal mesh products may not be aware of what material the implants are made of. Some products are made out of synthetic material, such as polypropylene (plastic), while others are … Read More »
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) plays a significant role in monitoring the food we eat, the drugs we take, and the products we may use or have implanted into us. More often than not, we hear about the FDA in terms of pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices. The FDA is a government agency that … Read More »
The United States Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) often issues public health notifications (“PHNs”) and safety alerts when it finds that certain pharmaceutical drugs or medical devices may pose a risk to patients and consumers. Over the past eight years, there have been numerous PHNs regarding surgical mesh implanted transvaginally for the treatment of pelvic … Read More »
“The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA) names Attorney Michael L. Saile, Jr. as one of the “10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys”. LANGHORNE, PA, September 01, 2017 (Via 24-7PressRelease) — Cordisco & Saile LLC is pleased to announce that the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA) has named Managing Attorney Michael L. Saile, Jr. one of the … Read More »
People choose to ride motorcycles for various reasons: transportation, for recreation, and for several other reasons. Like all motor vehicles, there are multiple laws regarding the use and operation of a motorcycle that bikers should know. Familiarizing oneself with Pennsylvania motorcycle laws is important to protecting one’s safety and ensuring you’re operating your motorcycle within … Read More »
We have all sat behind the wheel and argued that our state has the best or the worst drivers, without truly knowing. Well, now we do. According to a Bankrate.com ranking of best and worst states for drivers, Pennsylvania was one of the best states for drivers while New Jersey ranked as one of the … Read More »
Losing a loved one in an accident is many people’s worst fear. Unfortunately for many families, that worst fear has become a reality. According to the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, 57 people have died so far in Philadelphia traffic accidents in 2016 (as of November 8). What do the statistics say? The statistics, which … Read More »
In New Jersey, an auto insurance policy holder who opts for limitation on lawsuit threshold – verbal threshold – limited tort on their NJ car insurance policy can only recover for pain, suffering, and inconvenience, if he or she suffers one or more of the following injuries: 1. Death 2. Dismemberment 3. Significant disfigurement 4. … Read More »
Earlier this year, Bucks County President Judge David W. Heckler and Court Administration announce that magisterial district boundaries in Bensalem and Middletown Townships have been realigned by order of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, effective January 7, 2008. Bensalem Twp. now will be served by Magisterial District Courts 07-1-12 (new court located at 3237 Bristol … Read More »
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 2016 saw a huge rise in traffic fatalities. Traffic deaths decreased between 2012 and 2014, but increased quickly in 2015 and 2016. Traffic Fatalities are on the Rise According to NHTSA statistics, during the first nine months of 2016, there were 27,875 traffic deaths in the … Read More »
In order to win a medical malpractice case, you must know how to prove medical malpractice. To do so, you must produce adequate evidence that substantiates the following four elements: A valid doctor-patient relationship existed. The doctor (or other medical professional) was negligent in your care. The doctor’s actions (deviation from the standard of care) … Read More »
Teen drivers are the age group most likely to be involved in traffic accidents, according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The Foundation conducted an eight-year study, from 2007 to 2015, on teen driver behaviors and habits. The study also tracked the causes of approximately 2,200 moderate to severe traffic accidents and found that … Read More »
Social media use has risen significantly over the past few years. In fact, the Pew Research Internet Project claims that out of all internet users, 74 percent are active on social media sites. Social media sites are great for catching up with old friends, sharing pictures, and making connections with others in the virtual world. … Read More »
Falls Prevention Awareness Day is September 22, 2016. Millions of older adults fall each year, and some suffer serious injuries and hospitalization. The risk of falling and getting injured is a critical issue for older adults – but the vast majority of falls are preventable. The Fall Prevention Center of Excellence (FPCE) explains, “At the heart of … Read More »
Philadelphia may be a beautiful city, but it’s not one that’s without complaints from pedestrians. To help improve pedestrian safety and comfort—and increase the number of people who choose to commute by walking—Feet First Philly surveyed pedestrians in Philadelphia. Here is what those walkers reported as being their top three complaints. 1. Poorly Maintained Sidewalks … Read More »
Yes, usually the deadline that a citizen or police officer, and possibly a judge can issue an NJ traffic ticket against another driver is 30 days after the incident. There are a few exceptions (See N.J.S.A. §39:5-3 below). The NJ Appellate Division just issued new law regarding a case where an NJ traffic violation was … Read More »
Knees can sustain serious injuries in car accidents. Car accident knee injuries can lead to intense pain, limited range of motion, and swelling. Some require weeks or even months to heal. This may mean extended time away from work, in addition to mounting medical costs. While your personal injury protection insurance may cover your costs, … Read More »
