Ryan Zavodnick | November 14, 2022 | Personal Injury
Can Christmas Lights Start a Fire?
Christmas lights set the tone for a festive season, and they turn entire neighborhoods into magical wonderlands every December. Unfortunately, under some circumstances, they can start fires with tragic consequences. The Prevalence of Christmas Light Fires According to the National Fire Protection Association, holiday decorations… read more
Ryan Zavodnick | November 14, 2022 | Personal Injury
Can I Bring a Personal Injury Claim on Behalf of a Child in Philadelphia?
Parents do everything they can to protect their children from injuries and harm. Unfortunately, parents might not be able to protect their children from all accidents and injuries, regardless of hard they might try. When a child is injured, they might have a claim against… read more
Ryan Zavodnick | November 14, 2022 | Workers' Compensation
Can You Reopen a Closed Workers’ Compensation Case in Pennsylvania?
Even though your workers’ compensation case in Pennsylvania has been closed, you might have a reason to reopen the matter. Pennsylvania workers’ compensation laws allow injured workers to reopen a workers’ comp case in specific circumstances. First, however, you might want to consult a Philadelphia… read more
Ryan Zavodnick | October 30, 2022 | Workers' Compensation
Drug Testing for Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act provides medical treatment and loss of income benefits for injured workers. The no-fault system does not require injured employees to prove negligence to obtain benefits. It also does not prohibit employees from receiving benefits, even if they are partially at… read more
Ryan Zavodnick | October 11, 2022 | Personal Injury
Allstate Worst Insurance Company For Consumers
Having insurance is a necessary expense in our modern world. We insure our health care, our vehicles, our homes and our personal belongings. Great advances have been made in medical, safety, and security technology, but accidents still happen. If you’re in a car accident, one… read more
Ryan Zavodnick | October 10, 2022 | Truck Accidents
Types of Commercial Driver’s Licenses
Until 1986, many states allowed anyone with a valid driver’s license to drive a commercial vehicle. This state of affairs led to situations where improperly trained drivers were taking 18-wheelers cross-country. Unsurprisingly, the resulting truck accidents were frequently catastrophic. In 1986, Congress passed the Commercial… read more
Ryan Zavodnick | October 6, 2022 | Workers' Compensation
Steps To Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Philadelphia
Being injured at work can be overwhelming. You need to work, but you must take care of your health and prevent further injury. Fortunately, Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation laws provide for medical care and wage benefits for injured workers. Knowing the steps to file a workers’… read more
Ryan Zavodnick | October 5, 2022 | Personal Injury
How Long Does It Take to Get a Personal Injury Settlement Check in Philadelphia?
If you were recently injured in a car accident, slip and fall accident, defective product accident, or another personal injury incident, you are probably anxious about your settlement check. However, getting a check faster may mean that you are leaving money on the table. An… read more
Ryan Zavodnick | September 26, 2022 | Personal Injury
Is It Possible To Get Out of Jury Duty in Philadelphia?
For those that meet the requirements, jury duty is a civil service that helps ensure the justice system works fairly and equally. Every day, hundreds of Philadelphians receive a jury summons in the mail to serve in civil and criminal trials. While some cases may… read more
Ryan Zavodnick | September 21, 2022 | Workers' Compensation
Can You Be Disqualified From Receiving Workers’ Compensation In Pennsylvania?
In most states, there are several provisions that grant the right to workers’ compensation resulting from injury or even death of an employee. The State of Pennsylvania is no exception. With positive growth in many different employment sectors, Pennsylvania aims to ensure that no class… read more