Innocent victims often need to file suit to get compensation for negligent or reckless conduct, yet Pennsylvania has placed limits on many kinds of suits. Our lawyers fight to overcome such limits. Free Case Evaluation: New Number: 412.342.0992 This articles explores some of the limitations in place in Pennsylvania, regarding lawsuits…
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Courtroom Litigation and the Admissibility of Text Messages
Our Pittsburgh litigation attorneys keep a close eye on new developments in the law. In order for us to prevail in court (representing either the plaintiff or defendant) we have to be keenly aware of developments concerning the admissibility of evidence. The newest “hot topic” in this area of law is…
What is Any Given Case Worth?
Case Valuation is Key So, what is any given case worth? Our Pittsburgh lawyers consider this question every day from both the plaintiff and defense perspective. The same concepts below apply to both contract disputes and personal injury matters. We describe for our clients the range of likely outcomes in any…
Invention Design and Marketing Scams
Inventors Beware! Is a company offering to “develop” your prototype and “market” your invention to a third party licensee? STOP! Don’t Get Ripped Off
Police Shooting of Dogs
New Number: 412.342.0992 Are You the Victim of Police Shooting Your Dog? Here’s the scenario: the police are called to a disturbance (or pull over a vehicle) and see a dog they deem a “threat.” May an officer draw his weapon and shoot the dog? Remember, he has “law and order” on his side; it’s his job…
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act: the Predator Becomes the Prey
It’s a common scenario: an American consumer goes deep into debt and starts getting calls from debt collectors. They call and say: “Mr. Jones, you pride yourself on paying your debt, don’t you? You’re not a loser, are you? How does it make you feel to take someone else’s money…
Are orders entered in another case hearsay?
This issue came up recently in the context of a defamation case against the Scranton Times, for its reporting about grand jury proceedings. Can the orders entered in those grand jury proceedings be used as evidence in the defamation case to show what had really taken place before the grand jury? This…
The Long Walk to Recover Money
New Number: 412.342.0992 The “Long Walk” It is often said: “There can be a long walk from the courthouse to the bank.” This applies for those who have a great case in court against a person or company that is “judgment proof.” Or, you may be on the defense side…
Understanding Dog Bite Cases
As a young lad in law school (OK, I wasn’t that young), my torts law professor had talked generally about “strict liability” for dog bites, which may be true in some states, but not in Pennsylvania. Nor is it true in Pennsylvania that a dog gets “one free bite.” Here’s the skinny on dog…
Blessed are Those Who Read The Fine Print
Here’s an example: you seek a loan or refinance and get bombarded with paperwork (notices, directions, waivers, preconditions) designed to protect the lender. (It doesn’t have to be a lender, that’s just an example, as this could apply to any contract.) You, the party getting buried in documents, are giving…
