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Aug 24, 2017

Trying to decipher Pennsylvania's premises liability law can be frustrating. That's why we've created the infographic below. We've taken the law and boiled it down to some of the more important points we think property owners and their guests should be aware of. While we've primarily handled slip and fall...

Jul 21, 2017

At Hagelgans & Veronis, LLP., we represent back injury cases all the time. To help people understand how a back injury is unique compared to other injuries, we’ve tackled common client questions about back injuries in Pennsylvania. What does a back injury feel like? Car accidents often lead to back...

Jun 21, 2017

Work injuries are more common than you think. In 2015, approximately 2.9 million workplace injuries were reported in the United States. That's an average of 8,000 injuries a day. We've taken some the top causes in the US and put it in an an infographic. (more…)

Mar 27, 2017

Congress is considering legislation to make it more difficult for injury victims and their families to pursue just compensation through lawsuits and hold negligent parties accountable for their carelessness. House Resolution 1215, which bears the deceptive title “Protecting Access to Care Act of 2017,” favors the insurance and health care...

Mar 20, 2017

As a driver, you’ve probably had a close call with a motorcycle. For instance, if a motorcycle was in your blind spot, you may not have seen them before you changed lanes. Motorcyclists take their safety seriously by watching out for other vehicles and refraining from dangerous stunts like lane-splitting,...

Mar 9, 2017

There's nothing wrong with having a good time during weekends or holidays. Unfortunately, some partiers drink too much and drive drunk sometimes resulting in tragic accidents.  The lawyers at Hagelgans & Veronis have the knowledge and resources to go after drunk drivers and their insurance companies. Each lawyer in the...

Jan 24, 2017

Seeing your loved one go from being active to becoming ill or sedentary is stressful and emotional. There’s a lot to think about, like where they’ll live and who will take care of them. In many cases, it falls to the elderly individual’s children to decide what’s best. Some live...

Aug 26, 2016

Dogs have been our friends for a long, long time. That kind of familiarity often leads some wanting to approach and pet an unfamiliar dog. That said, there are six things you should do when approaching a dog you don’t know (or who doesn’t know you). How To Approach An...

Apr 22, 2016

When the snow and ice melts and the sun warms the air, everyone gets a little excited. We all look forward to blue skies, fair weather and fun outdoor activities. For some, the ideal warm day is at the beach, for others it’s lounging around the pool and reading. But...

Jan 21, 2016

Pennsylvania DUI Laws: DUI laws vary from state to state, however Pennsylvania has quite a few rules surrounding driving under the influence that everyone may not know. For instance, did you know? Pennsylvania has a "Implied Consent" law, meaning every driver on the roadway automatically consent to a chemical test if an...

Jan 11, 2016

America is undergoing somewhat of a transportation revolution. All over the country, major cities are making more and more of an effort to accommodate those who wish to commute on foot. Having more pedestrians definitely has its upsides. It’s better for the environment, it saves people the money they would...

Dec 15, 2015

The first minutes after a car accident, you’re likely to be a little confused and possibly in shock. You may be so caught up in the chaos of the crash that you forget to take some of the crucial steps in order to pursue a personal injury or car accident...