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 …
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Chipped Tooth Not A Displaced Fracture Under NJ Personal Injury Law
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. …
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57 People Died So Far in Philadelphia Traffic Accidents This Year
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 …
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Some Magisterial District Boundaries Realigned in Bucks County
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 …
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Traffic Fatalities Rise in First Nine Months of 2016
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 …
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How to Prove Medical Malpractice
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 …
Social Media & Insurance Claims
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 …
AAA Reports Top Three Teen Driving Distractions
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 …
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Falls Prevention Awareness Day Is September 22
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 …
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Feet First Philly 3 Common Pedestrian Complaints
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 …
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Car Accident Knee Injuries
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 …
Does New Jersey Have a Deadline For Issuing a Traffic Violation?
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 …
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Insurers Think Distracted Driving is to Blame for Increase in Fatal Accidents
There has been a recent surge in the number of traffic fatalities and injuries, and many people have an opinion on what caused it. We might have our answer. In an article by The Seattle Times, Robert Gordon, a top executive at the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America, blames traffic …
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The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Claims Process
Every year, millions of Americans at hurt at work and need some way to pay the bills while they are out of work. Luckily, most of them can rely on workers’ compensation insurance to cover their medical bills and wage loss. Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation law requires almost all employers to …
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Extensive List of Approved Breath Tests Announced by Dept. of Health
On October 6, 2007, a Notice was posted in the Pennsylvania Bulletin (37 Pa.B. 5434) announcing a new list of approved PA breath test devices. The Department of Health (Department) has approved the following equipment for determining the alcohol content of blood by analysis of a person’s breath. …
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U.S. Could See Most Traffic Fatalities in Nine Years
The United States could be looking at its deadliest year for traffic fatalities in nearly a decade. The National Safety Council (NSC) released preliminary estimates for the first half of the year, and the death toll for traffic accidents is already at 19,100. High National Death Toll is Cause for …
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Excessive Speed to Blame in Philadelphia Amtrak Derailment
Cordisco & Saile LLC extends its deepest sympathies to the victims and families of victims injured or killed in the May 12th derailment of Amtrak Train 188 in Philadelphia. At the time of publication, eight passengers are confirmed dead and at least 200 have been treated at local hospitals. …
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Lawsuit Blames Apple FaceTime for Fatal Wreck
The parents of a little girl killed by a distracted driver filed suit against Apple in December 2016, according to an ABC News report. In the suit, the couple accuses Apple of failing to disable its FaceTime video calling app when the phone is moving at highway speeds, despite the ability to do so. …
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Questions to Ask Your Lawyer During a Consultation
Most Bucks County, Philadelphia, and New Jersey personal injury attorneys offer a free initial consultation. This meeting gives you a chance to learn more about the lawyer, his/her skills, and his/her personality. You can also discuss the basic tenets of your case, and the attorney may offer …
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Damages You Can Recover in a Medical Malpractice Case in PA
The injuries patients sustain from medical mistakes can be extremely serious and inflict long-term or even fatal harm. When you consider medical expenses, loss of income, and the emotional ramifications of a medical malpractice-related injury or complication, it can mean hundreds of thousands to …
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Your Health Insurance and Personal Injury Claim
Depending on the complexities of a case, it can take weeks, months, or even years to settle a personal injury claim. Because you obviously cannot hold off that long on taking care of your medical needs, you might need to use your own health insurance until you receive your settlement. Do so if …
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Attorneys Cordisco and Saile Launch Bucks County Injury Firm
Attorneys Cordisco & Saile Building “Tried & Trusted” Bucks County Law Firm Bucks County Attorneys Open Personal Injury Law Firm Focused on Customer Experience Attorneys John F. Cordisco and Michael L. Saile, Jr. are pleased and privileged to announce the formation of their Bucks County …
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Injured? How to Choose the Right Lawyer
Attorneys are invaluable assets to accident victims seeking recovery. There are simply too many protocols and too much legal red tape for victims to effectively manage and maximize claims and lawsuits on their own. Having the right personal injury attorney representing you has the potential to make …
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Truck Accidents Caused by Improper Cargo Loading in Pennsylvania
An accident involving a large truck, such as a tractor-trailer or semi truck, can be devastating for all drivers or any passengers involved. While some truck accidents are caused by driver error or defective equipment, improper cargo loading can be at fault. When a truck accident is caused by …
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Bucks County Injury Lawyer’s Recent Case Makes Philadelphia Daily News Cover!
There has been a recent concern about nuisance bars in Philadelphia. Now it was time for the Philadelphia Daily News to break a story about the problem with bouncers and security personnel in Philadelphia's bars and night clubs. The Philadelphia Daily News turned to Bucks County injury …
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