2022

Driving with headphones is illegal in many states, including Pennsylvania. Under section 3314 of Title 75 of the state’s Vehicle Code, “No driver shall operate a vehicle while wearing or using one or more headphones or earphones.” However, drivers can use cell phone headsets or Bluetooth devices that cover only one ear, as long...

Despite every effort to avoid them, sometimes potholes end up causing serious damage. When a pothole is responsible for an accident, there are various steps that drivers must take to ensure they receive adequate compensation for their injuries and property damage.  How Do I Report Pothole Damage in Pennsylvania? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation...

In some cases, home inspectors or sellers can face liability if they fail to notice or disclose a defect with the home. The key is whether they knew or should have known of the defect at the time of the sale.  Are Home Inspectors Accountable? If a home inspector failed to find an issue...

Home warranties do not cover personal injuries from defective home designs in Pennsylvania. However, in some cases, homeowner’s insurance may pay for these injuries if they occur to a guest, and you are personally liable.  What Does a Home Warranty Cover? A home warranty is a contract between homeowners and a company, covering the...

For over 20 years, an opioid epidemic has claimed more than a half million American lives. Countless drug companies and pharmacies have been sued, but the role of doctors is also being questioned. Some are accused of unnecessarily and routinely prescribing controlled substances, turning their practices into “pill mills.” As a result, many in...

Each year, thousands of people are seriously injured or killed in car accidents in the U.S. In Pennsylvania alone, there were nearly 80,000 injuries that resulted from car crashes in 2014. [wpdatachart id=3] While the data shows that motor vehicle accidents are declining, still more than 32,000 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2014....