Wrongful Death and Survival Actions in Pennsylvania
By: Matthew Wilkov, Esquire When someone dies in Pennsylvania as the result of an accident, or the intentional act of another, surviving family members are left wondering whether they can bring a lawsuit against the at-fault party. In order to fully understand the process for bringing an action on behalf of a deceased person, one […]
Read MoreHow Is Fault Determined in a Car Accident?
Car Accidents and Fault Determining which party is at fault for a car accident in Pennsylvania is an important step when filing a personal injury lawsuit. This determination of fault has a connection with the outcome of a case. Parties may disagree as to who was at fault for the accident. However with the help […]
Read MoreWhiplash, Chronic Pain and Personal Injury Lawsuits
Common Injuries Sustained in Car Accidents Auto accidents in Pennsylvania can lead to many injuries, whether they be burns, broken bones, traumatic brain injuries or slipped discs. However, one of the most common injuries sustained in a car accident is whiplash. While this injury isn’t always obvious, it can cause significant pain and suffering to […]
Read MorePennsylvania Inheritance Tax
By: Jay C. Glickman, Esquire People frequently ask “How much is PA Inheritance Tax?” It is not one rate for all. It differs, depending upon the relationship and situation. The tax rates are as follow: 1. No tax between spouses; 2. Four and one-half percent (4-l/2%) for lineal descendants; 3. Twelve percent (12%) for siblings; […]
Read MoreDo Not Cooperate with the DA in a PCRA Proceeding
By: Marc Robert Steinberg, Esquire Among the many things criminal defense lawyers have to deal with in the representation of our clients is a Post Conviction Relief Act (“PCRA”) petition raising the ineffectiveness of counsel at trial, when the client is unhappy with the outcome. I realize some are valid complaints, but the majority are […]
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