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How to Prepare for a Medical Malpractice Deposition

Published on September 24, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice claims are among the most complex areas of personal injury litigation. When you’ve been injured by a medical professional and decide to pursue a claim against them to seek compensation for your losses and suffering, you’ll want to be supported by an experienced legal representative who can explain the process to you. This way, you’ll know what to expect every step of the way. Once your claim has reached the discovery phase, you’ll likely be asked to undergo a deposition. In order to alleviate some of[...]
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Congratulations to the Winner of the Shrager, Sachs, & Blanco Fall 2020 Scholarship

Published on September 22, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Firm News

Shrager, Sachs, & Blanco is proud to announce that we've chosen a winner for our second annual scholarship-- for Fall 2020. We were truly humbled by the quality applications we received. Thank you to everyone who applied! It was a pleasure to read every application we received. Congratulations to Adriana Lopez of Texas! Adriana will be attending law school at the University of Utah to pursue a career in Environmental Law. This was the essay topic: "How has your family’s background affected the way you see the world?"[...]
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The Most Common Factors That Can Affect Car Accident Settlements

Published on September 18, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Auto Accidents

After a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you shouldn’t be stuck with the costs of hospital bills, medication, and damage repairs. That’s why many victims of car accidents seek to recover damages from the party who was responsible for the collision. A personal injury lawyer helps victims determine what would be a fair settlement and guides them through the legal process so that they can fully understand what’s happening with their car accident claim. (more…)
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Robert L. Sachs, Jr. Recognized by Best Lawyers

Published on August 21, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | In The News

Every year, Best Lawyers® gathers industry intelligence on the top five percent of legal talent across 70 countries worldwide. Shrager, Sachs, & Blanco is proud to announce our own Robert L. Sachs, Jr. has been recognized in the United States in the areas of Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs for 2021. In total, Best Lawyers has researched legal information in over 200 metropolitan areas. As a result, the organization has recognized 67,543 lawyers from 16,545 law firms, in 148 different practice areas.[...]
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What Season Do Most Accidents Caused by Negligence Happen?

Published on August 21, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Personal Injury

Negligence causes most accidents. When a person doesn’t practice the basic amount of care that they are expected to, or if they fail to act when there is a duty to do so, then they could be considered negligent. When that negligence leads to an accident and a subsequent injury to another person, then a personal injury claim could be filed against the negligent party. Any kind of accident can be caused by negligence, but the most common types are car collisions and slip and falls. (more…)
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What Factors Affect the Payout of a Personal Injury Claim?

Published on August 14, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Personal Injury

Whether you’ve been in a car accident, have fallen on someone’s property, or have been injured by a defective product, you have the right to take legal action against the negligent party that caused your losses. While there is a path to follow when filing a personal injury claim, there are a number of factors that have the potential to affect the payout you receive. In order to ensure you receive the maximum amount of financial compensation for your losses, you need to understand those factors and how[...]
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Rob Sachs Featured on Philadelphia VIP’s Volunteer Spotlight

Published on August 7, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | In The News

Rob Sachs, a managing partner at Shrager, Sachs, & Blanco in Philadelphia, has been a volunteer at Philadelphia VIP since 2005. VIP is an organization dedicated to providing free legal assistance to those who need it most. They help in all kinds of legal matters for individuals, families, businesses, and non-profits. VIP has hundreds of volunteer attorneys who will represent their clients and fight for their rights. These attorneys can range from highly experienced to new, or new to a particular kind of case. For those who are[...]
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When Can a Hospital Be Held Liable for Malpractice?

Published on August 6, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Medical Malpractice

When you are sick or injured and need immediate care, going to the hospital is your best choice. The doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals form a care team to treat you adequately and efficiently so that you can get onto the path of recovery as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, any member of that team can make a mistake that harms you more than it helps you. When multiple members of that team make preventable mistakes, then you could look to the hospital as a whole to recover[...]
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How to Report a Nursing Home to the State of Pennsylvania

Published on July 29, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Nursing Home Abuse

When you and your loved one decide it’s time for them to move into a nursing home to get the care they need, you’ll undoubtedly want to find the best facility for them. With so many facilities to choose from, the decision isn’t always easy. When you do pick one, however, you expect the nursing home to provide their residents with outstanding and attentive care. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, more than 80,000 state residents live in more than 700 nursing homes throughout the state. When[...]
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How Do Insurance Companies Evaluate My Injury Claim?

Published on July 24, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Auto Accidents

When someone else makes a decision that results in you being injured, the expenses and losses can add up quickly. In the event of something like a car accident or fall on someone’s property, you may be dealing with insurance companies if you’re seeking compensation for the damages you’ve incurred. If this is the case, you’ll likely want to know how the insurance company will evaluate your injury claim. (more…)
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