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May 8, 2018

Parents rely on schools and daycare facilities to provide safe and nurturing care, but these important resources sometimes break our trust. In 2016, 2,602 suspected reports of abuse in child care facilities were recorded in Pennsylvania. A total of 186 cases were substantiated—many of the alleged perpetrators were county employees....

May 7, 2018

In 1990, Pennsylvania lawmakers enacted a two tort system in an effort to reduce auto insurance premiums.  All drivers in Pennsylvania are given the choice of selecting either limited tort or full tort insurance on their private passenger motor vehicle insurance. An individual who chooses the limited tort option pays...

Mar 29, 2018

Nothing is more disorienting than a car accident. The moments after the crash are often a blur. Knowing who to call, when to call, and how to speak to an insurance adjuster is critical in injury cases. Below, the car accident attorneys at Hagelgans & Veronis offer tips that could...

Mar 15, 2018

With more than 120,000 miles of road to explore, Pennsylvania is a popular playground for motorcycle enthusiasts. In 2017, there were more than 800,000 licensed motorcyclists living here. Unfortunately, motorcyclists are more likely to be injured or die in a crash than those in a car or truck. At Hagelgans...

Feb 28, 2018

Pennsylvania State Police made 19,963 arrests for driving under the influence in 2017 and investigated more than 5,180 DUI-related crashes. St. Patrick’s Day (Wednesday, March 17) is around the corner, and at Hagelgans & Veronis, we want everyone to enjoy the festivities without compromising another driver’s safety. If you plan...

Feb 19, 2018

Brain injuries impact thousands of families and communities each year, claim thousands of lives, and leave thousands permanently disabled. Brain injuries can be complex and scary, but everyone is better off knowing a thing or two about them and ways to keep ourselves and loved ones safe. Definitions and Terminology...

Jan 19, 2018

Premises liability is a concern for small restaurants to large hospitality organizations. A patron may have a negligence case against the owner if they're injured on the property. At Hagelgans & Veronis, we get lots of questions from business leaders in the hospitality industry. Below, we share insight and explore...

Jan 19, 2018

In Pennsylvania, injured workers can’t sue their employer for damages following a work-related injury. All employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, so when a worker collects these benefits, the employer is exempt from a civil lawsuit. Employers who fail to carry workers’ comp insurance could face criminal prosecution,...

Dec 12, 2017

Although car accidents are fairly common, few people are prepared for them when they happen. This is especially true in states like Pennsylvania where drivers are given a choice between full tort and limited tort insurance. The tort option selected by an insured driver determines his or her legal rights...

Nov 14, 2017

Cooking is the leading cause of home fires in the U.S. and the leading cause of fire-related injury. Even with greater awareness and education, the rate these fires occur has been steadfast for many years. On average, fire departments respond to 166,100 structure fires per year, which claim approximately 480...

Nov 11, 2017

We love fried food in the US. While it’s not the healthiest option, it is delicious. So it’s no surprise that chefs are experimenting with what they should deep-fry next. As a matter of fact, that’s how the tradition of deep-drying Thanksgiving turkey started. It originated in Louisiana in the...

Oct 30, 2017

Every year, thousands of car accidents occur in Pennsylvania on more than 120,000 miles of roads and highways. In 2016, there were 129,395 traffic crashes reported to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation; of these crashes 1,188 people died and 82,971 people were injured. Based on Pennsylvania’s 2016 population, each day...