Personal Injury

IF YOU SLIP, TRIP, OR FALL ON SOMEONE ELSE'S PROPERTY IT IS IMPORTANT TO TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS :

Check yourself for injuries and seek medical attention if necessary.
If the fall was minor and there are no injuries, try to determine what caused the fall and if there was any dangerous or hazardous condition on the property that contributed to the accident .
If the fall was serious or there are injuries, do not move and call 911 to report the accident and request emergency assistance.
Take pictures of the accident scene, including the area where you fell and any visible injuries.
If there are witnesses, try to get their contact information and statements about what they saw.
Report the accident to the property owner or manager and ask them to document the accident in their records.
If the property owner or manager offers to pay for your medical bills or other expenses, do not accept any payment or sign any documents without consulting with an attorney.
Consult with HART LAW who can provide legal advice and representation if you believe that the property owner or manager was at fault for the accident.
If you have any questions or concerns, consult with HART LAW who can provide legal advice and representation.

IF YOU ARE INVOLVED IN A MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT, IT IS IMPORTANT TO REMAIN CALM AND TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS:

Check yourself and any passengers for injuries and seek medical attention if necessary.
If the accident is minor and there are no injuries, move your vehicle out of the way of traffic to a safe location.
If the accident is serious or there are injuries, do not move the vehicles and call 911 to report the accident and request emergency assistance.
Exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver or drivers involved in the accident.
If there are witnesses, try to get their contact information as well.
Take pictures of the accident scene, the damage to the vehicles, and any visible injuries.
Do not admit fault or apologize to the other driver or drivers, as this could be used against you in a legal proceeding.
Contact your insurance company to report the accident and follow their instructions.
If you have any questions or concerns, consult with an attorney at HART LAW who can provide legal advice and representation.

dog bites

IF YOU HAVE BEEN BITTEN BY A DOG, IT IS IMPORTANT TO TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS:

Gather information: If possible, obtain the name and contact information of the dog owner, and ask for any updated veterinarian records, as well as any witnesses to the incident. Take photos of the injuries and the location where the bite occurred.
Seek medical attention: Seek medical attention for your injuries, even if they appear minor. This will help to document the extent of your injuries and provide evidence for any legal claims. Moreover, some serious injuries from a dog bite may not manifest themselves immediately and further medical treatment can prevent your injuries from getting worse.
Report the incident: Report the incident to your local animal control agency or police department. They may investigate the incident and take action against the dog owner if the dog was aggressive or if the owner violated any local ordinances.
Contact Hart Law. If you have suffered significant injuries, you may want to consider consulting with a personal injury lawyer to discuss your legal options. You may be able to file a claim against the dog owner or their insurance company to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
Keep records: Keep records of all medical treatment related to the dog bite, including medical bills, prescriptions, and any time missed from work. This will help to establish the extent of your damages and support any legal claims.
Remember, the legal steps you take will depend on the specific circumstances of your case. It is important to have as much information available when scheduling a consultation to go over your potential case with us so we can adequately discuss your legal rights and options.

WHEN DOES MEDICAL MALPRACTICE OCCUR AND HOW DO I PROVE IT?

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional, such as a doctor, nurse, or hospital, fails to provide the appropriate standard of care, resulting in injury or harm to the patient. In order for medical malpractice to occur, the following elements must be present:

Duty: The healthcare professional must have had a duty to provide care to the patient.

Breach: The healthcare professional must have breached their duty by failing to provide care that meets the appropriate standard of care.

Causation: The breach of duty must have caused the patient to suffer an injury or harm.

Damages: The patient must have suffered damages, such as physical, emotional, or financial harm, as a result of the healthcare professional's breach of duty.

Examples of medical malpractice may include:

Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis

Surgical errors or wrong-site surgery

Medication errors, such as incorrect dosage or medication interactions

Anesthesia errors

Birth injuries, such as cerebral palsy or Erb's palsy

Failure to obtain informed consent from the patient

Failure to monitor a patient's condition

Medical malpractice cases can be complex and difficult to prove. It is important to consult with a qualified medical malpractice lawyer to understand your legal rights and options.

DO I HAVE A CASE IF I WAS INJURED BY A PRODUCT?

If you were injured by a product, you may have a case for product liability. Product liability refers to the legal responsibility of a manufacturer, distributor, or seller of a product for injuries or damages caused by the product.

To determine whether you have a product liability case, the following elements must be present:

Defective product: The product must be defective in some way, such as a design defect, manufacturing defect, or failure to warn of known risks.
Injury: You must have suffered an injury or damages as a result of the defective product.
Causation: The defect in the product must have caused your injury or damages.
Use as intended: You must have been using the product as intended, or in a way that is reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer.

Examples of product liability cases may include:

A car with a defective part that causes a crash or injury
A toy with small parts that pose a choking hazard to children
A medication with undisclosed side effects
A kitchen appliance that catches fire due to a design flaw

If you believe you have a product liability case, it is important to consult with a qualified product liability lawyer. They can review the facts of your case, assess the strength of your claim, and advise you on your legal options for seeking compensation for your injuries or damages.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I'VE BEEN INJURED IN A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT?

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, there are several legal steps you may want to consider taking:

Seek medical attention: Your health and safety should be your top priority after a motorcycle accident. Seek medical attention immediately, even if you do not feel injured. Some injuries may not be immediately apparent, and delaying treatment can harm your health and weaken your potential legal case.
Contact the police: Call the police to the scene of the accident, even if the other party is willing to exchange information. The police will create an accident report, which can be used as evidence in your potential legal case.
Gather information: Collect as much information as possible about the accident, including the other driver's name, contact information, insurance information, and license plate number. Take photos of the accident scene, including any damage to your motorcycle or other property.
Contact HART LAW. Consult with a qualified motorcycle accident lawyer who can help you understand your legal rights and options. A lawyer from our team can review your case, assess the strength of your claim, and help you seek compensation for your injuries or damages.
File an insurance claim: Notify your insurance company of the accident and file a claim. Be careful what you say to the insurance adjuster, as they may try to use your statements against you.
Document your damages: Keep a record of all medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses related to your injuries. This can help you calculate the total amount of damages you have suffered as a result of the accident.
Negotiate a settlement: Your lawyer may negotiate a settlement with the other party or their insurance company. If a settlement cannot be reached, your case may go to trial.

Remember, motorcycle accidents can be complex and difficult to navigate. It is important to consult HART LAW and hire a qualified motorcycle accident lawyer who can help you protect your legal rights and seek compensation for your injuries or damages.

WHAT IS UM/UIM AUTO INSURANCE?

UM/UIM auto insurance, also known as uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, is a type of car insurance that provides protection for you and your passengers if you're involved in an accident with a driver who doesn't have enough insurance to cover the damages or has no insurance at all.

In Pennsylvania, UM/UIM auto insurance is not required by law, but it is highly recommended. If you are involved in an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver, you could be left with significant expenses and losses, including medical bills, property damage, lost wages, and more.

Having UM/UIM coverage can help protect you financially in these situations by providing coverage for the damages and losses that the at-fault driver's insurance cannot fully cover. Additionally, UM/UIM coverage can also provide protection if you are the victim of a hit-and-run accident, where the at-fault driver cannot be identified or located.

It's important to review your auto insurance policy and consider adding UM/UIM coverage to your policy to ensure that you and your passengers are protected in the event of an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver.

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