PA Superior Court Vacates Verdict Over Improper Remarks and Jury Instructions Background of the Case In Lewis v. Reading Hospital, 2025 PA Super 191 (September 2, 2025), the Pennsylvania Superior Court vacated a $869,000 judgement because counsel told the jury that the defense was unable to retain causation expert, and because the trial court gave an instruction and verdict form to…[...]

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Understanding Suits Against Us Provisions in Insurance Suits Against Us Provisions in Insurance Policies: What WV, OH, and PA Policyholders Should Know When you buy insurance, you expect it to be there when you need it most. But many policies contain fine print called “suits against us” provisions that can limit your right to take legal action against your insurance…[...]

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The Legal Risks of Distracted Driving in West Virginia Distracted driving remains a serious legal and safety concern across West Virginia. Under  West Virginia Code § 17C-14-15, also known as the Electronically Distracted Driving Act, the state imposes strict prohibitions on the use of electronic devices while driving, with escalating penalties for violations that can have lasting consequences. What’s Prohibited?…[...]

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PA Superior Court Bars Parents From Using Parol Evidence in Medical Malpractice Settlement Dispute In West v Abington Memorial Hospital, 2025 PA Super 199 (August 28, 2025) the Superior Court granted judgment on the pleadings for Abington, denying the Wests an opportunity to prove that they were fraudulently induced to enter into a settlement agreement for $19 million. Background of the…[...]

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What to do Immediately After a Car Accident in Pittsburgh Nobody ever expects to get into a  car accident, but when it happens, it can leave you shaken and unsure of what to do next. The good news is that if you’re ever in this stressful situation, there are clear steps you can take immediately after the crash to protect…[...]

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Uber’s Safety Failures: When Business Goals Trump Rider Safety Every eight minutes. That’s how frequently Uber received a report of sexual assault or misconduct in the United States between 2017 and 2022, according to recently revealed court records. In total, more than 400,000 Uber trips in that period involved reports of sexual assault or sexual misconduct, a staggering figure that…[...]

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Consumer Product Safety Commission Says Walmart Knew of Water Bottle Danger for Years Before Recall In July 2025, Walmart recalled approximately 850,000 Ozark Trail 64-ounce stainless-steel water bottles after reports that the lids could “forcefully eject” and injure users. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warned that these bottles posed a serious hazard — at least three people suffered…[...]

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Medical Device Failures: How to File a Product Liability Claim Medical devices are designed to improve our health and the quality of life; however, when they fail, the consequences can be devastating. Whether it’s a defective hip implant, a malfunctioning pacemaker, or a faulty surgical mesh,  medical device failures can significantly worsen your health. Medical device failures can lead to  serious…[...]

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Do I Have a Medical Malpractice Case? 5 Signs to Watch For Medical errors are one of the leading causes of death in the United States. According to  Johns Hopkins Medicine, more than 250,000 deaths each year in the U.S. are caused by medical mistakes. Patients expect their doctors and hospitals to provide safe, competent care, but when that doesn’t…[...]

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What to Do After a Truck Accident in West Virginia, Ohio and Pennsylvania A recent trucking accident on I-70 near Wheeling caused serious injuries and brought traffic to a standstill. These kinds of accidents are all too common in West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, especially on major highways like I-70 and I-79. If you’re involved in a crash with a…[...]

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