The Legal World and AI: A New Frontier
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, it’s changing the way we live, work, and even how our courts operate. 🧑⚖️ But what does this mean for the future of justice? Check out this insightful article from Citizens’ Voice on how courts are grappling with the emergence of AI and what it means for the legal system.
Miracle 4 Mandy
We had an amazing time participating in this year’s Miracle 4 Mandy Golf Fundraiser! It was a fantastic opportunity to come together with so many wonderful people to support an important cause.
Wrongful death lawsuit alleges caregiver left woman unsupervised with food despite known choking risk
A lawsuit in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas against The Mentor Network and affiliated entities alleges wrongful death and negligence in the death of Melinda Tarr, a resident under the care of the company.
3rd child files lawsuit against Glade Run
Bradley Moyer of Pisanchyn Law Firm — which handled the previous cases — is representing a then-13-year-old boy who “was coerced into non consensual sexual acts with their roommate while they should have been under the supervision and care of Glade Run Corporation Defendant’s staff,” according to the suit.
PISANCHYN LAW FIRM’S $1.2 MILLION SETTLEMENT
Victoria Ackerman, individually and as Power of Attorney for Plaintiff, Sandra Dunkle v. Goodwill Industries of Northeastern Pennsylvania, Inc., Senior Care Centers of America, Inc. and/or Senior Care of Plains, No. 2015-CV-6104
Nonverbal Drums woman gets $1.2M settlement from care provider
Goodwill Industries of Northeastern Pennsylvania, based in Scranton, and Senior Care Centers of America Inc., based in Trevose, have agreed to pay $1.2 million as a result of the care Drums resident Sandra Dunkle, 61, received at their facility in Wright Twp.
Fertig v. Horace Mann Ins. Co. | Judicial Opinion
After the jury in separate underinsured motorist (“UIM”) benefits trials awarded the insured $75,000.00 in economic damages and $175,000.00 in noneconomic damages for an aggregate gross award of $250,000.00, the combined verdicts were reduced to a net UIM award of $150,000.00 to reflect a credit for the tortfeasor’s liability insurance coverage limit of $100,000.00.
Pisanchyn Law Firm’s $250K Recovery Featured in VerdictSearch
On Aug. 27, 2014, plaintiff Destiny Fertig, 18, was driving on Route 222, in Lower Macungie Township. The front driver’s side of her vehicle was partially struck head-on by a vehicle traveling in the opposite direction, when the driver of that vehicle attempted to turn left. Fertig claimed an aggravation of a preexisting condition and injuries to her neck and knee.
Why is having a Workers’ Compensation lawyer important?
Insurance companies have in-house counsel and a lot more resources than almost any worker. They use surveillance, nurse case managers and investigators to try cut off your benefits if they don’t deny your claim outright.
Who is Responsible for Paying Medical Bills After an Injury?
Serious injuries require costly and sometimes even life-long medical treatment, and unfortunately, when those bills pile up, recovery is often an afterthought.
Distracted Driving – Eating while Driving
70% of drivers eat and drink while operating a vehicle and 83% of the drivers usually drink a beverage behind the wheel. Taking our meals on our travels is so common that we may not even realize how it impacts our driving ability.
Defective Baby/Children’s Product Attorneys
Baby injuries associated with nursery products like carriers, strollers and cribs are on the rise, a study shows. The study found a 23.7 percent increase in injuries to young children related to nursery products between 2003 and 2011.
What Happens after Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Every case will not be the same. What happens immediately after hiring an attorney largely depends on the type of case, when you hire an attorney, and how severe your injuries from the accident are.
7 Tips for Sharing the Road with Pedestrians
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the 3 pedestrian groups most at-risk for accidents are seniors 65 and older, kids ages 5–9, and people under the influence of alcohol.
Plaintiff’s passing leads to substitution in wrongful death suit against Geisinger Medical Center
Due to the death of a plaintiff, one representing the estate of a Carbondale woman who passed away from cardiac arrest three years ago while in the care of Geisinger Medical Center, another individual has been substituted to stand in for the litigation.
Attorney Pisanchyn Quoted by Legal Intelligencer
When court officials in northeastern Pennsylvania’s Lackawanna County began sending out jury summonses in September as the system began to reopen after the COVID-19-related shutdown,one thing became obvious: fewer prospective jurors were willing to appear.
Autumn Slip and Fall Hazards
Autumn brings many nostalgic memories of childhood for adults, and endless opportunities for fun and adventure for all ages. The changing leaves, pumpkins, and cool air are a favorite for many, but the shorter days and wet weather can present many hazards for pedestrians and drivers alike.
THE VERY FIRST POST-COVID PLAINTIFF’S VERDICT AND ONE OF LARGEST VERDICT IN BRADFORD COUNTY HISTORY
Michael Pisanchyn was lead trial counsel with Douglas Yazinski and Bradley Moyer sitting second chair. The Defendant Monroeton Rod and Gun Club was represented by 1) Donald Carmelite, 2) Scott Gemberling and 3) Mathew Kerris sitting second chair all from Marshall Dennehey and also 4) Patrick Heffron of Chartwell Law. The Defendant Driver was represented by Attorney Robert Muolo from Wiest Muolo Noon Swinehart and Bathgate. The trial took place for 5 days with the jury deliberating about 90 minutes.
Post-Quarantine Driver Safety Tips
Pennsylvania moved into the yellow phase statewide on Friday – much to many residents’ and business owner’s relief! After three long months of the stay-at-home order, many are itching to get out of the house, back to work, and back to normal. Part of those plans is getting back on the road more often, as [...]
What Does the Yellow Phase Mean for Your Personal Injury Case?
We hope that you are staying well as we all continue to co-exist with COVID-19. Our team in the Northeast is anxiously awaiting joining our Pittsburgh branch in the yellow phase of re-opening and we are sure many of you are, too. Effective this Friday, June 5, we wanted to share the precautions each of [...]
COVID-19 Resources
On behalf of our team, we hope you are staying well and coping with these trying times as best as possible. Please know that our dedication to helping our clients and victims of injuries or work-related illnesses has not changed. We are always available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. As we have [...]
Workers’ Comp for COVID-19 Exposure
While many Pennsylvanians have been urged, and even forced, to stay home as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), employees classified as “essential workers” across the state continue to report for duty day in and day out, despite the risk factors of this highly contagious virus. Fortunately for these workers, if they contract COVID-19 in [...]
List Of PA Catholic Clergy Accused Of Sex Abuse Released
ProPublica, a journalism website, has released the most comprehensive of Catholic clergy credibly accused of sex abuse. The list includes many from Pennsylvania. The searchable database — which includes hundreds of priests accused from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, as well as dioceses in Scranton, Allentown, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and more — comes on the heels of [...]
Michael Pisanchyn Obtains $2.3 Million for Client
A $2.3 million resolution will keep the community safe from bars and restaurants who serve people too much to drink, said an attorney representing Scott Bitler’s family.
$2.3 Recovery Dram Shop – Pennsylvania Jury & Verdict Review
This dram shop action arose from an automobile accident involving a head-on collision caused by a drunk driver after he consumed alcohol at two Northumberland County, Pennsylvania bars. The plaintiff alleged that the defendant bars served the driver alcohol while he was visibly intoxicated.