Greg Prosmushkin's Injury and Accident Blogs
Experiencing a car accident can be physically and emotionally traumatic. Beyond the immediate concerns of injuries, medical bills, and vehicle repairs, one often-overlooked aspect is the loss of income due to missed workdays. Income lost because of your car accident injuries is a recoverable component of your claim, but you’ll need the right documentation. How […]
Roadway guardrails are supposed to prevent accidents or mitigate their severities. However, guardrail failures can cause or aggravate accidents. Guardrail accident claims are different from collision accident claims because you are not going against another driver. Guardrail accidents can have serious consequences like severe head injuries especially the highway guardrail accidents and truck guardrail accidents. […]
Experiencing back injury from a car accident is common, and taking appropriate steps to address and manage the pain is essential. Here are some actions you can take: Seek medical attention: If you’re experiencing back pain after a car accident, seeking medical attention is essential. Consult with a healthcare professional experienced in treating musculoskeletal injuries, […]
Water parks are great places that families can enjoy. However, there are various reasons to worry when you visit a water park. There are safety hazards that you need to follow; otherwise you can be a victim of falls from rides or other accidents. These accidents can vary in nature and severity and may involve […]
Property damage liability insurance is one of the components of a car insurance policy. This coverage helps to pay for repairs to the property or vehicles damaged by you. According to Pennsylvania law, all motor vehicle owners in the state must possess liability insurance on their vehicles. This insurance will cover any injuries caused to […]
Loss of consortium in tort law elaborates on the loss due to injury or wrongful death of a loved one. It is one of the types of personal injury cases made against a negligent party or someone who has done an intentional wrong. Losing companionship may deprive someone of their relationship with the accident victim. […]
In Pennsylvania, the move-over law (Title 75, Section 4572.2) requires drivers to give way by changing lanes or moving over in the presence of a stopped emergency or service vehicle. Law enforcement officers, ambulances, firefighters, and utility workers are all entitled to the right of way and a cleared lane whenever they are stopped on […]
A headache after a car accident, also known as a post-traumatic headache, is caused by the trauma when someone has involvement in an auto accident. It may appear either immediately after a motor vehicle accident (MVA) or after some time. As a result, the victims experience these headaches hours or days after the incident. Some […]
A letter of protection is a legal guarantee that binds you, your healthcare provider, and your attorney. You can use the letter of protection for the injured victim of a car accident, work injury, or slip and fall. The letter promises you will pay for the medical bills once your claim is settled. In addition, […]
Moped Laws In PA: Safety Regulations That Can Protect You A moped does not require strict licensing in comparison to full motorcycles or automobiles. According to PA moped laws, a moped is driven by a motorcycle engine but is also equipped with operable pedals like a bicycle. A moped motor must have not more than […]
The Motor Carrier Identification Report (MCS-150) comprises the company’s information that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will use. Every company requires MCS-150 until the company functions. The form includes information about the company’s contact information and whether you are operating intrastate or interstate. Furthermore, it indicates what type of goods a company handles, […]
An MCS-90 insurance endorsement requires a policyholder to pay any decision that results from negligence in operating or maintaining a truck. This applies even if the truck is not covered in the policy. Is MCS-90 Additional Insurance? The short answer is no. MCS-90 is not insurance. However, all motor carriers must have the MCS-90 document […]
The Role of Federal Regulations in a Commercial Trucking Accident Commercial trucks are far heavier and bigger than passenger cars. Therefore, such trucks must abide by certain rules when they are carrying goods and other products. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), there are certain safety regulations for commercial vehicles. An injury […]
There are many risks that truck drivers are associated with each day. According to the American Trucking Association (ATA), there are nearly 3.36 million truck drivers in the United States. The aftermath of a truck wreck can point to a few different scenarios. Scenario 1: Employer’s Privilege Scenario 2: Independent Contractor Scenario 3: Wrongful Termination […]
Everything changes when you sustain injuries in an accident. Riding in a vehicle can be an adventurous and amusing experience until it leads to dangerous situations. Intersection accidents can be even more tragic and may even lead to fatal injuries. One must take proper precautions while driving on the road. All drivers are required to […]