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15-year-old sues Zelienople youth treatment facility

15-year-old sues Zelienople youth treatment facility

By Elizabeth Behrman Wednesday, May 11, 2016, 5:45 p.m. The family of a boy who says he was sexually assaulted at a Zelienople youth treatment facility has sued, saying the center’s employees allowed it to happen and responded to his complaints with verbal abuse rather than reporting it to the police. The 15-year-old, who was [...]

Negligence lawsuit filed against Glade Run Lutheran Services

Negligence lawsuit filed against Glade Run Lutheran Services

By Kate Malongowski Calkins Media | Posted: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 6:00 pm ZELIENOPLE — The family of a juvenile who was allegedly sexually assaulted while staying at a Butler County-based mental health treatment facility has filed a civil lawsuit in Allegheny County. According to the 30-page lawsuit filed Wednesday against Glade Run Lutheran Services [...]

Lawsuit alleging abuse, neglect of teen

Lawsuit alleging abuse, neglect of teen

ZELIENOPLE, Pa. — A family is suing Glade Run Lutheran Services, a group home in Zelienople, claiming that a 13-year-old boy was abused and neglected at the facility. Abuse and neglect lawsuit filed against Glade Run Lutheran Services in Zelienople PA Attorneys for the boy and his family spoke Wednesday with Channel 11 News after [...]

Bad Faith Verdict Published

Bad Faith Verdict Published

Car Passenger Alleged Insurer Acted in Bad Faith on UIM Claim The Pisanchyn Law Firm’s recent verdict in a Bad Faith case has been published in Pennsylvania Verdict Search. Insurance companies have a duty to act in good faith to their clients and the Pisanchyn Law Firm will fight to ensure they do on behalf [...]

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Settlement Reached

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Settlement Reached

Family settles fatal motorcycle accident suit for $1.5 million By Terrie Morgan-Besecker The Times-Tribune (TNS) The family of a Scranton man killed when a tractor- trailer struck his motorcycle reached a $1.5 million settlement with the trucking firm. Thomas M. Burke Sr., 65, of Park Drive, Scranton, was riding his 2004 Harley Davidson motorcycle on [...]

$900,000 Settlement for Motor-vehicle Case

$900,000 Settlement for Motor-vehicle Case

The Pisanchyn Law Firm’s recent $900,000 verdict in a truck accident case has been published in Pennsylvania Verdict Search. Truckers and truck companies have a duty to drive their large loads safely without harming others on the road and the Pisanchyn Law Firm will fight to ensure they do on behalf of our clients. Click [...]

Families blame MD for poor care

Families blame MD for poor care

Relatives of a 10-year-old disabled foster child who died at an Anne Arundel County group home last month and the guardian of another resident whose inadequate care there led to a serious illness have filed notice that they intent to sue the state for failing to supervise the facility’s operator.

Super. Ct. rebuffs bid to minimize wrongful death recovery

Super. Ct. rebuffs bid to minimize wrongful death recovery

Decedent’s mother, who is mentally disabled, was unable to testify eloquently at trial about the effect of losing her daughter. Her disability also limited the amount of contact she had been able to have with her daughter. Defendants argued that her testimony was insufficient to support the amount the jury awarded under the Wrongful Death Act and the trial court agreed, granting a new trial.

Police: Michelle Marko was drunk and texting when she hit Kevin Lepka’s vehicle

Police: Michelle Marko was drunk and texting when she hit Kevin Lepka’s vehicle

A Lackawanna County man is seeking $100,000 plus interest and damages from a Nanticoke woman who was drunk and texting when she rear-ended his vehicle on the Cross Valley Expressway two years ago today, according to papers filed Monday in Luzerne County Court. Kevin Lepka, of 316 Railroad Ave., Scranton, is suing Michelle Marko of 331 Garfield St., Nanticoke, as well as her insurers, in connection with the Dec. 31, 2011, crash which left Lepka severely injured, according to his lawsuit.

$3.1 Million Verdict for Wrongful Death

$3.1 Million Verdict for Wrongful Death

Just recently Attorney Pisanchyn and The Pisanchyn Law Firm made headlines with our Wrongful Death case against a local Group Home. The group home, Hope Enterprises Inc., failed to take a mentally challenged resident, Barbara Maines, to the hospital for treatment after she was involved in a collision. Barbie suffered a liver laceration as a [...]

Deadly cover-up costs nonprofit $3M

Deadly cover-up costs nonprofit $3M

A Williamsport-based nonprofit that provides the mentally disabled with a variety of services, including facilities in Snyder and Union counties, has been ordered by a Luzerne County jury to pay $3 million to the family of a 32-year-old mentally-disabled woman who died at Geisinger Medical Center two days after a vehicle crash in Bloomsburg.

Pisanchyn Law Firm in the News

Pisanchyn Law Firm in the News

The Pisanchyn Law Firm made the front page again when its attorneys were honored by the Pennsylvania Bar Association for giving back to the community. The attorneys were featured on the front page of the Pennsylvania Bar Newspaper earlier this month. Pictured from Left are Pisanchyn Law Firm attorneys Lee Albright, Douglas Yazinski, and Andrew [...]

Hope Enterprises sued for $600M+

Hope Enterprises sued for $600M+

February 5, 2013- A lawsuit filed Jan. 22 in Luzerne County court claims that a Hope Enterprises Inc. caretaker is to blame for the choking death of a 30-year-old Williamsport man in January 2011 and asks the jury to award the man’s mother more than $600 million in damages from the caretaking agency.

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What is Premise Liability? Understanding Your Rights with a Dog Bite Attorney

What is Premise Liability? Understanding Your Rights with a Dog Bite Attorney

Premise liability refers to a property owner’s legal responsibility to ensure that their premises are safe for visitors. One of the most common cases involving premise liability is dog bite incidents. If you’ve been bitten by a dog while on someone’s property, you may need the help of an experienced dog bite attorney to pursue compensation.

How to Find the Best Car Accident Lawyers Near Me

How to Find the Best Car Accident Lawyers Near Me

If you’ve recently been involved in a car accident, you may be searching for reliable legal help. A quick search for “car accident lawyers near me” can yield countless results, but finding the right attorney is crucial to ensuring that your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you deserve. At Pisanchyn Law Firm, our experienced team of car accident attorneys is dedicated to helping victims navigate the legal process and recover what they’re entitled to.

10 Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident in PA

10 Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident in PA

Car accidents can be overwhelming, leaving victims unsure of what to do next. Making mistakes in the aftermath can jeopardize your claim and financial recovery. In this blog, we’ll outline ten common mistakes to avoid after a car accident in Pennsylvania.

Construction Accidents in Pittsburgh, PA: Know Your Rights with Pisanchyn Law Firm

Construction Accidents in Pittsburgh, PA: Know Your Rights with Pisanchyn Law Firm

Construction work is one of the most dangerous professions in the U.S., and Pittsburgh, PA, is no exception. With numerous building projects across the city, construction workers face daily risks that can lead to serious injuries. If you or a loved one has been involved in a construction accident in Pittsburgh, PA, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and lost wages.

Understanding Railroad Employee Accidents and Your Rights

Understanding Railroad Employee Accidents and Your Rights

If you or a loved one has been injured in a railroad employee accident, you don’t have to face the legal challenges alone. The attorneys at Pisanchyn Law Firm have the expertise and dedication to help you navigate the complexities of FELA claims and secure the compensation you deserve.

Common Railroad Accidents and Claims Employees May Be Entitled To After an Injury

Common Railroad Accidents and Claims Employees May Be Entitled To After an Injury

Railroad employees face hazardous working conditions on a daily basis, often working around heavy machinery, moving trains, and hazardous materials. These risks can lead to serious accidents that leave workers with life-altering injuries. In the United States, railroad employees are protected under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA), which allows them to seek compensation for injuries sustained on the job due to employer negligence.

The Legal World and AI: A New Frontier

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.

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