In Pennsylvania, the law allows certain spouses to pursue loss of consortium claims, which focus on the effect an injury may have on a marital relationship. These claims are tied to personal injury cases and address the personal impact on family life rather than the physical injuries alone. What Exactly Is a Loss of…
Liability for rain-related car accidents usually falls on one or more drivers because wet roads do not eliminate the legal duty to drive safely. Drivers are expected to slow down, increase following distance, and adjust to conditions. In some cases, a government agency or vehicle manufacturer may share liability. Fault can be attributed to…
Regenerative braking is a feature in electric and hybrid vehicles that slows the car by converting kinetic energy back into battery power, often without the driver pressing the brake pedal. Because this can cause sudden, unexpected deceleration, it may contribute to rear-end collisions. Liability depends on whether the driver, the manufacturer, or both acted…
Technically, you can handle some basic estate planning on your own, but doing so carries real risks. DIY options like online will templates may seem like a simple, affordable solution, but a single error or missing detail can make documents legally invalid. Because estate laws vary by state and change over time, working with…
Teen drivers participating in viral TikTok challenges while driving represent a rapidly growing car accident risk because these online stunts cause extreme physical, visual, and cognitive distraction. This carelessness results in full legal liability for any resulting accidents, allowing injured claimants to pursue financial compensation from the responsible party. What Is a TikTok Challenge?…
No one expects to become involved in a police chase, although these incidents may unfold suddenly on busy roads and intersections. The fleeing driver may ignore traffic signals, speed through neighborhoods, or collide with nearby vehicles while attempting to escape law enforcement. When innocent motorists suffer injuries or vehicle damage during these pursuits, questions…
Pennsylvania law requires motorists to maintain complete control of their vehicles at all times, regardless of the current environmental hazards. When heavy rain covers the roadway, a driver must slow down below the posted speed limit to maintain safe stopping distances. A motorist who causes a car accident because of hydroplaning can still be…
Child custody decisions significantly alter daily family routines, shaping everything from school schedules to holiday transportation logistics. While negotiating these delicate arrangements, parents going through a divorce frequently face intense emotional and financial questions. Because every family dynamic remains unique, Pennsylvania courts meticulously evaluate numerous factors before dictating how a final custody agreement should…
A day or night out at a restaurant, sports bar, or anywhere else alcohol is served can take a tragic turn when an intoxicated driver causes a car accident. While many people focus only on the driver who caused the collision, Pennsylvania law may also allow claims against businesses that served alcohol under certain…
By Melanie Tunaitis, Esq. The Old Rule When a child was born during a marriage, Pennsylvania law automatically treated the husband as the legal father, and courts could almost never order DNA testing to challenge that. The presumption was close to ironclad. What Changed In Sitler v. Jones, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court lifted what…
