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Understanding the PA Wherefore Clause in the Complaint of a Personal Injury Case

August 7, 2020

Updated August 2020 Clients sometimes have questions about the “wherefore clause” in the complaint of a personal injury case. A complaint is a legal document that the lawyer files with…

Vocational Experts are Important Witnesses for Loss of Earning Capacity Evaluations

May 15, 2019

Personal Injury Law Articles

A vocational expert (VE) is usually called to testify or present a written evaluation at a personal injury hearing because of his or her expertise knowledge in current job market…

Myths About Getting Paid for your Lost Wages in the Personal Injury Case

February 19, 2019

Personal Injury Law Articles

“But my doctor wrote me a disability note!” We hear this all the time from clients. As a matter of fact we obtain disability notes from our clients’ doctors. Unfortunately…

Neck and Back Pain Evaluation Injuries for Accident Cases- Carpey Law

EMGs and MRIs for Evaluations of Neck and Back Injuries After an Accident

November 5, 2018

Personal Injury Law Articles

An EMG is an electromyography, and it is a procedure that measures the electrical activity produced by the skeletal muscles. Essentially it works by reading the electrical “potential” made by…

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The Facts About Backover Accidents

August 7, 2018

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Through the evaluation of traffic accident data, in addition to emergency room records, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has calculated that roughly 220 fatalities occur annually due to…

Will I Have Jurors at My Hearing? How Many Jurors? – Carpey Law of Philadelphia

March 24, 2017

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How Many Jurors Decide My Personal Injury Case? This is a very relevant question that many clients ask me. For example, one of my recent clients asked me this as…

Carpey Family Participates in Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Citizen’s Bank Park

May 2, 2016

Personal Injury Law Articles

Recently, the Carpey family participated in the 2015 Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. The Alzheimer’s Association is a nonprofit organization that strives to: Help…

Who is Liable for Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania?

August 25, 2015

Personal Injury Law Articles

Are municipalities in Pennsylvania liable if they don’t put up a sidewalk in a known dangerous area for pedestrians? Being a pedestrian who becomes a victim of a car can…

The Real Key to Winning Your Case: An Effective Discovery

June 27, 2014

Personal Injury Law Articles

Once a lawsuit is underway, both the plaintiff’s and defendant’s attorneys begin gathering the information which they consider to be essential to their case in a process known as discovery.…

Walmart v. Deborah & Jim Shank- A Startling Realization

January 18, 2013

Car Accident Law Articles, Personal Injury Law Articles, Philadelphia Personal Injury Law Blog

Each day, I help personal injury victims resolve their personal injury cases after they have been involved in an accident. The cases are either settled or go to trial. The…

Hit and Run Accidents in Pennsylvania: The Applicable Law

January 3, 2013

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Hit and run accidents occur more often than any of us would like to believe. The perpetrator of a hit and run accident may leave the scene for a variety…

Do You Know What a Phantom Vehicle is?

December 10, 2012

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No, a “phantom vehicle” is not a ghost car. At least not when it comes to an auto accident in Pennsylvania. However, even though a phantom car probably isn’t going…

What is a Crossover Accident? — Pennsylvania Car Accident Information

October 1, 2012

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Though not the most common of car accidents occurring in the U.S., crossover accidents are often fatal and can usually be attributed to the negligence of a person or persons.…

New State Law Penalizes Drivers Who Ignore “Road Closed” Signs

October 1, 2012

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On September 6, 2012, a new traffic law took effect in Pennsylvania. The law, signed by Governor Corbett on July 5, will penalize drivers who actively ignore “Road Closed” signs…

Jaw Pain Guide — Addressing Your TMJ Injury Questions

September 11, 2012

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The term TMJ injury refers to damage done to the temporomandibular joint, which is located where the skull meets the jawbone, right in front of the ears. The TMJ enables…

Electrodiagnostic Testing: Have You Been Injured?

August 21, 2012

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If you’ve been injured in an accident, doctors may order testing to help them determine the course of your treatment. CT Scans, MRIs, X-Rays are some of the tests a…

Sideswipe Accident in Pennsylvania — Know the Risks

August 9, 2012

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Sideswipes are common forms of Pennsylvania car accidents. When they happen during highway driving, the ordeal can be shocking and considerably scary. And though it may seem like they aren’t…

Negligent Entrustment:Responsibility for Others

August 9, 2012

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Every so often, a potential client wants to know if he or she is responsible for an accident caused by someone who was driving their car. The answer is not…

Choosing an Attorney for Your Pa Accident Case

July 2, 2012

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Choosing an attorney can be an overwhelming process. There are so many attorneys practicing in a given city that sifting through the masses to find the right one can be…

Pennsylvania Bicycle Laws for Helmets

April 16, 2012

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Helmet use is essential for safe biking. Many riders think bike helmets are meant for children, but the statistics prove otherwise. In fact, a 2008 study by the National Highway…

Personal Injury Law Articles

Understanding the PA Wherefore Clause in the Complaint of a Personal Injury Case

Vocational Experts are Important Witnesses for Loss of Earning Capacity Evaluations

Myths About Getting Paid for your Lost Wages in the Personal Injury Case

EMGs and MRIs for Evaluations of Neck and Back Injuries After an Accident

The Facts About Backover Accidents

Will I Have Jurors at My Hearing? How Many Jurors? – Carpey Law of Philadelphia

Carpey Family Participates in Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Citizen’s Bank Park

Who is Liable for Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania?

The Real Key to Winning Your Case: An Effective Discovery

Walmart v. Deborah & Jim Shank- A Startling Realization

Hit and Run Accidents in Pennsylvania: The Applicable Law

Do You Know What a Phantom Vehicle is?

What is a Crossover Accident? — Pennsylvania Car Accident Information

New State Law Penalizes Drivers Who Ignore “Road Closed” Signs

Jaw Pain Guide — Addressing Your TMJ Injury Questions

Electrodiagnostic Testing: Have You Been Injured?

Sideswipe Accident in Pennsylvania — Know the Risks

Negligent Entrustment:Responsibility for Others

Choosing an Attorney for Your Pa Accident Case

Pennsylvania Bicycle Laws for Helmets

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