Pennsylvania Specific Law
Suing for Frivolous Lawsuits in Pennsylvania: The Dragonetti Act Explained
Being sued is a stressful, exhausting, and incredibly expensive experience. It becomes entirely infuriating when the lawsuit filed against you is completely baseless, fabricated, o...
Pennsylvania Limited vs. Full Tort Car Insurance Explained: Hidden Costs and Exceptions
When purchasing auto insurance in Pennsylvania, every driver is forced to make a critical legal choice that could dictate their financial future after a crash. Pennsylvania is a 'c...
Toxic Torts for Respiratory Illnesses Near PA Fracking Sites: Flaring, Silica Dust, and VOCs
While much of the debate around Marcellus Shale drilling focuses on water contamination, the air pollution generated by fracking sites is equally devastating. Families living near...
Who is Eligible for Heart & Lung Act Benefits in Pennsylvania? A Complete Profession Guide
Working as a first responder is one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. When a public safety officer is injured on the job in Pennsylvania, standard workers' compensation of...
Navigating the Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (HICPA): A Guide for Contractors and Homeowners
Whether you are a homeowner in Philadelphia planning a major kitchen remodel or a contractor running a roofing business in Pittsburgh, understanding the Home Improvement Consumer P...
Heart & Lung Act vs. Standard Workers' Compensation in Pennsylvania: Key Differences
When a police officer, firefighter, or state investigator is seriously injured in Pennsylvania, they are immediately thrown into a confusing bureaucratic maze. The state operates t...
Pre-Drilling Water Testing in Pennsylvania: How to Establish a Baseline Against Marcellus Shale Operators
When a landman knocks on your door or you receive a notice that an energy company is preparing to drill a Marcellus Shale well near your property, the clock starts ticking. For res...
When Do Temporary Heart & Lung Benefits Become Permanent (and Subject to Termination) in PA?
For injured police officers, state troopers, and firefighters in Pennsylvania, the 53 P.S. § 637 provides incredible peace of mind by continuing 100% of their salary during recover...
Suing a Pennsylvania Fracking Company for Well Water Contamination: Testing, Liability, and Costs
Living in rural Pennsylvania often means relying on a private well for your family's drinking water. However, with the rapid expansion of Marcellus Shale natural gas drilling, thou...