March 5, 2014

Adequate security may have prevented Pittsburgh shooting A shooting at a Pittsburgh bar took the life of one victim and injured four others on Friday morning, around 1:25 a.m. A gunman entered the Rendezvous Phase II bar and began shooting. The gunman was then able to get away and is still at large. While four security guards, who are required…

February 28, 2014

Devastating explosion at Chevron stresses the neighborhood Fires and explosions can cause serious damage, not only to property, but to people anywhere near the vicinity. Even people who are not injured in a fire or explosion can be traumatized, either by what they may have seen or by the fear they experienced. What kind of compensation should they receive? Pennsylvania…

February 21, 2014

Pennsylvania slip and trip case dismissed by judge Slips and fall injuries are possibly one of the more common accidents that happen, so they’re frequently the cause of lawsuits. Generally, premises liability suits have to demonstrate that the people responsible for the building or land were negligent, and a recent case from Pennsylvania that readers may be familiar with failed…

February 14, 2014

Two charged for over-serving man hit, killed crossing street In Pittsburgh, if a person has been injured or a loved one killed by a drunk driver, the accountability doesn’t always fall solely on the driver of the vehicle who caused the injury. Sometimes the person or establishment that contributed to the intoxication of the driver can also be held accountable.…

February 7, 2014

Being prepared for slip-and-fall accidents at offsite events Slip-and-fall accidents can happen anywhere. Uneven pavement, a pothole, an icy walkway, a slick floor or an unattended-to-spill can make someone lose his or her balance and go for a tumble. However, the severity of injuries can range from a bruise to a broken bone to even death. I once knew someone…

January 31, 2014

When a property owner is not liable for your injury Pittsburgh has had its share of snow and ice this year, as raging winter storms have swept across the nation, even hitting the southern half of the country. This is the time of year when property owners, especially business owners, need to ensure that they keep their properties safe for…

January 23, 2014

Two devastating plant accidents being investigated as explosions Fires and explosions are some of the worst kinds of accidents that can occur. They leave behind ruined lives and ruined property, and can take out massive amounts of both in a single incident. Pittsburgh attorneys have dealt with many burn victims and their families to help them recover from such devastations.…

January 17, 2014

Security in a courtroom may be inadequate Property owners are responsible for the safety of visitors to their property. Therefore, they should ensure that their property does not have dangerous areas – such as open holes, insubstantial lighting, broken steps and other dangers. In addition to these dangers, some properties are required to have security measures in place to help…

January 9, 2014

Icy conditions mean slip-fall risk, occasions for kindness Pittsburgh has been in the cellar of a cold winter chill in the past few days. By comparison, today’s temperatures are probably seen by many as downright balmy. But the thermometer hasn’t pushed up beyond the freezing mark just yet. Property owners may still be facing challenges in keeping their grounds snow…

January 7, 2014

Home Heating Safety Tips In 2011, heating equipment was the cause of more than 50,000 home fires, causing 400 deaths and 1,500 injuries. Space heaters accounted for one-third of all home fires and 80% of all deaths. Half of all home heating fires happen in December, January, and February. With a few simple safety tips and precautions, you can prevent…