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The Carpey Chronicle – Personal Injury Law Articles
Drowsy Driving & Sideswipe Accidents Are Types Of Distracted Driving Accidents
Distracted driving is any activity which diverts a driver’s attention away from driving. A task that takes your focus off the road for even a split second is considered distracted…
Read More From the Carpey Bar
For years we have been sharing some of our favorite recipes from the Carpey family kitchen in our monthly newsletter and cookbook, From the Carpey Kitchen. We have loved seeing…
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Example of Punitive Damages In a Car Accident Case that Included Distracted Driving
In a car accident case that we settled, our client suffered serious injuries that included an aggravation to prior neck conditions. At first, her doctors did not recognize the relation…
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How to Ride a Motorcycle Safely and The Safety Course Cost?
We at Carpey Law go to great lengths to make sure you know the causes and statistics of accidents so that you may avoid them on the road. If you…
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Technology & Distracted Driving Car Accidents
The most common car accidents in the U.S., distracted driving accidents are often fatal and can usually be attributed to the negligence of a person or persons. Crossover distracted driving…
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Pedestrian Accidents on the Rise
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released its pedestrian fatality reports for 2020. The reports showed that the number of pedestrian fatalities have increased during the pandemic and have reached…
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Was Your Long Term Disability Claim Denied or Delayed Due to ERISA?
Insurance policies can be hard to understand. Nevertheless, if you or a family member has recently become disabled, whether related to an accident or not, you may be entitled to…
Read More Stuart Carpey Serves As Judge Pro Tem
Stuart Carpey is honored to serve as a Judge Pro Tem (JPT) on several cases in Philadelphia County this month. JPTs are experienced lawyers who work on a volunteer…
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What Are the Main Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released a shocking report on pedestrian deaths for 2020. The administration said that 2020 saw a 7.2 percent increase in pedestrian deaths from…
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Can Philadelphia Eagles Fans Sue FedEx Field For Faulty Railing?
Philadelphia Eagles Fans Falling Off Railing at FedEx Field During Eagles vs. Washington Game Can Sue For Damages Due To Negligence What Happened at FedEx Field? In January 2021, at…
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What Is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice is a preventable adverse effect of medical care, whether or not it causes harm to the patient. Intensive care units, operating rooms, and emergency departments tend to have…
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Distracted Driving Accidents
Distracted driving accidents occur every day on the road. There are three ways a driver might become distracted: Cognitively. Allowing one’s mind to be focused on a thought or activity…
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Texting And Driving Accidents
When we all began driving, we were taught to keep both hands on the wheel and our eyes on the road at all times. It seems some have forgotten these…
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Do Motorcycle Owners Need Insurance in Pennsylvania?
Under the law, motorcycle riders in the state of Pennsylvania are required to have a minimum level of liability coverage. Motorcyclists are required to carry insurance consisting of at least…
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How Many Teens Die from Texting and Driving?
Nowadays, our cell phones are highly ingrained in our lives. Through our phones, we stay connected with our friends and family and we stay connected to the world around us.…
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Bicycle Safety and Pennsylvania Bicycle Laws
Biking is a great way to get around – it’s great exercise, is less expensive than driving a car, and can make your commute or errands more enjoyable. However, bikers…
Read More Why Doctors Practice Defensive Medicine
Types of Defensive Medicine Defensive medicine happens when doctors order tests or medical treatments that are not necessarily in the best interest of their patients. They do this, not for…
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Join a Class Action Lawsuit for Tuition Reimbursement for COVID-19 School Closing
This page has information on how you can join a class-action lawsuit against your university or college and receive tuition reimbursement for part of your school fees if your school…
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Texting While Driving Essay Examples
Why is Texting While Driving Dangerous? Put simply, texting and driving are dangerous because texting diverts your attention away from the road. Although many people argue that texting only takes…
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