There are many benefits to using the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) subway-surface trolley system. For one, it’s an easy way to get around West Philly, Delaware County, and underneath Market Street in Philly’s City Center. Another great benefit to using the SEPTA trolley is that it is convenient and affordable, making it a popular … Read more
Across the United States, traffic accidents and related fatalities have been on the rise. As the sixth most populated city in the country, with more than 1.6 million residents, Philadelphia has not been immune to this worrisome trend. In fact, 2020 was the worst year in recent history for fatal car crashes in Philly, and … Read more
Settlement amounts reached in Pennsylvania car accident cases vary greatly. That is because many factors can determine an appropriate settlement. Since every accident is different, with its own unique set of circumstances, it can be difficult to pinpoint the average amount of Pennsylvania car accident settlements. This post will outline five of the largest Pennsylvania … Read more
If you were injured due to SEPTA’s negligence – whether it be in a bus accident, trolley accident, regional rail accident, or a trip and fall due to a property defect – beyond proving SEPTA was at fault you will also have to prove your injuries to have a claim against it. Specifically, that the … Read more
Many older motorcycles lacked the safety technology that newer bikes come with. Older bikes usually have tires with poor traction, while newer bikes have greater maneuverability and anti-lock brakes. On these older bikes, it is often safer to slide and fall off the bike rather than to attempt braking suddenly in the event of a … Read more
Any injury that results in bleeding occurring in the brain is a medical emergency. These time-sensitive and urgent crises must be resolved immediately, or serious and often catastrophic injuries can occur. Without prompt and proper treatment, bleeding in the brain can often be fatal. But of course, not every head injury results in a brain … Read more
If you’ve been involved in a single-car accident in Philadelphia, you may be wondering if there is any legal recourse to help you pay for your medical bills, or make up for lost wages if you had to take time off of work. Below, the attorney’s at Thistle Law have compiled a quick tutorial on … Read more
After an accident, you may have external bleeding or injuries that are relatively easy to see and diagnose. But internal bleeding can also be occurring, and can be a much more insidious and dangerous type of injury. Any kind of internal bleeding can quickly become dangerous for the patient, so it’s important to receive prompt … Read more
If you were involved in a serious accident in Montgomery County PA, your first priority will be to seek medical attention for you and any other passengers in your vehicle. In the aftermath of this kind of accident, the next step is to contact your car insurance company and get the ball rolling with your … Read more
If you’ve just been involved in an auto accident in Delaware County, the last thing you want to deal with is a lengthy and drawn out battle with your insurance over receiving fair compensation for your injuries. Yet unfortunately, that is the exact situation for many victims, as they spend countless hours trying to prove … Read more