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Category: Personal Injury

The Danger of Injuries from Falls Down Stairs

Published on January 30, 2024, by Shrager, Sachs, & Blanco | Personal Injury

An American Journal of Emergency Medicine article electronically shared by the National Library of Medicine in 2018 detailed how researchers had combed through 23 years worth of emergency room records. They found that more than 24 million Americans, or the equivalent of more than a million patients annually, had been treated for stair-related injuries during that time frame. These statistics and others led them to conclude that stairs are an all-too-common source of injury and that their rates are increasing. Why do we bring this study up? Because[...]
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Are Lawsuit Settlements Taxable?

Published on October 21, 2022, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Personal Injury

If you’ve received or will receive money from a lawsuit, you’re probably wondering if that money is taxable or not. The answer to that question is that it depends. Parties may file lawsuits and win settlements under a variety of circumstances. The situation that results in you being awarded a settlement will dictate whether you’ll have to pay taxes on it. According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), lawsuit settlements are generally considered as income with one exception, which is when personal injury lawsuit settlements are involved. Below[...]
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What Are Your Legal Options After a Firework Injury?

Published on July 22, 2022, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Personal Injury

Last summer in July 2021, two Pennsylvania children, ages six and eight, were involved in a fire caused by improperly discarded fireworks in York County. One child was killed, and the other suffered severe burn injuries. This was, unfortunately, not an isolated incident. It’s estimated that close to 10,000 firework injuries occur each year across the country. Even worse, this number seems to be rising. It was reported that the number of firework-related deaths and injuries rose 50% from 2019 to 2020. The majority of these incidents occurred[...]
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The Burden of Proof and How it Affects a Personal Injury Claim

Published on December 22, 2021, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Personal Injury

In a personal injury case, the burden of proof is placed on the plaintiff. This means that you must be able to prove beyond the preponderance of the evidence that the defendant's actions were the proximate cause of your injury. If you have hired legal counsel to represent your interests, your personal injury lawyer will generally be tasked with overcoming this burden on your behalf. (more…)
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How Often are Punitive Damages Awarded in Pennsylvania?

Published on November 16, 2021, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Personal Injury

When a person is harmed from an accident and someone is found to be negligent, that person has the option of filing a personal injury case. If the case is successful, the guilty party is forced to pay lost wages, medical expenses, and pain and suffering. However, when the responsible party acts in an extremely reckless manner or causes intentional harm, an innocent victim may be entitled to receive additional punitive damages. Unfortunately, these types of damages are not awarded often. To pursue the option, it is best[...]
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What is the Process of Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Philadelphia?

Published on October 12, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Personal Injury

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, on someone’s property, or by a doctor, you may be dealing with medical bills, lost wages from time off of work, and pain and suffering. While dealing with the consequences of an accident isn’t easy, it’s important to know you’re not alone. When negligence plays a role in an incident that resulted in injury, the victim has the right to pursue legal action against the at-fault party. (more…)
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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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How Do I Know What My Injury Case is Worth?

Published on April 30, 2020, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Personal Injury

If you’ve been injured in an accident and are planning on pursuing a personal injury claim, it’s likely one of the first questions you’ll have is what your injury case is worth. While every situation is unique, there are specific factors to look at when valuing an injury claim. When you work with Shrager, Sachs, & Blanco, we’ll help you build a strong case and ensure you receive full and fair compensation for all your accident-related losses. Before we break down what you may be eligible for, let’s[...]
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