Over$800M+Recovered
Blog: Legal insights from trial lawyers.
Articles from Gilman & Bedigian on birth injury, medical malpractice, personal injury and patient safety, for patients and families with questions.
- Free Consultation
- No Fee Unless We Win
- Over $800M+ Recovered
- Serving Clients Nationwide
All articles
161–180 of 263 articles on Catastrophic Personal Injury
Maryland Appellate Panel Reverses A Lower Court Ruling In Case Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
A three-judge panel in an appeals court in Maryland heard a lawsuit against two heating, ventilation & air conditioning repair (HVAC) service providers accused of negligence for failing to warn five occupants of a home…
Disney Responsible For Harrison Ford's On-Set Injury
Harrison Ford was almost crushed to death while filming Star Wars: Force Awakens and this week a British court held Disney responsible for the injury.
American Tort Reform Association Report: Philadelphia Courts Need Reform
The Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas has been named as one of the top nine “most unfair” legal systems in the nation. This assertion is according to the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA), a group who continually…
Pennsylvania Natural Gas Supplier Facing Lawsuit Following Fatal Explosion
UGI Utilities Inc. is among those facing allegations in court stemming from a natural gas explosion in Millersville. The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission alleges that the company failed to follow procedures. Many…
Gun Shop Pays $2.2 Million Settlement After Mentally Ill Woman Shoots Her Father
A Missouri gun shop agreed to settle a wrongful-death lawsuit for $2.2 million this month after the state Supreme Court ruled the trial could go forward. The case was the result of the store selling a gun to a mentally…
Lawsuit Filed Against Twitter For Providing Support For Terrorists
Social media has become an increasingly popular form of online communication. The Pew Research Center estimated that 65% of all adults are using social media. In addition, 90% of young adults, those between the ages of…
Understanding The Role Of Personal Umbrella Liability Insurance Policies In Injury Cases
Most individuals consider protecting their family and assets from potential liability to be a concern, as evidenced by the thriving insurance industry. Having insurance on hand to protect your home, vehicles, and…
Legal Twist: Officer Sues Estate Of Teenager He Shot
All too often in the media today we are seeing stories of people being killed in officer-involved shootings. The facts in every case vary and there are certainly situations where deadly force is necessary to protect the…
Christmas Injuries In Philadelphia
It has been a tough year for many families in Philadelphia. It would be nice to finally get together with close family, gather around for a festive meal, exchange gifts, and watch the kids' excitement when they wake up…
The History Of Dram Shop Liability In Maryland
Maryland is one of only a few states that does not have a dram shop liability law. Dram shop laws can hold a bar or restaurant that serves alcohol liable for the actions of a patron who becomes impaired at their…
Flip Out - Trampoline Park Free Of Liability For Injury To Teen
A teen recently brought charges against a trampoline park after suffering a severe spinal injury. The plaintiff, seventeen-year-old Seth Griffith, filed a personal injury lawsuit against JumpTime, an indoor trampoline…
Pennsylvania Federal Court Judge Dismisses Negligence Claims Against Private School
The Milton Hershey School in Hershey, Pennsylvania faces several claims for negligence brought by former students. Judge Christopher Conner found the private boarding school did not have general responsibility for the…
Future Health Damages Linked To Early Water Contamination
We often take for granted the safety of surroundings. Toxic chemicals associated with dangerous health risks are often lurking in our water, home products, and even in our children's toys.
Family Of Man Who Drowned In Police Custody Wins $9 Million Civil Settlement
The family of a man who drowned while in police custody, was awarded $9 million in the settlement of a lawsuit filed in federal court.
Steamroller Industrial Accidents
A steamroller is a type of heavy equipment used in construction for leveling surfaces. The name “ steam roller ” has stuck even though these machines are generally diesel-powered. Roller machines are large and heavy but…
"Objectively Ascertainable" Injuries And Statute Of Limitations
The plaintiff, John Wyman, filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against Julie Scott after developing a stage IIIC malignant melanoma tumor.
Drownings Accidents In Open Water Now Exceeding Those In Swimming Pools
This summer thousands of people across the state of Maryland will partake in recreational activities involving the water. Many people will visit the ocean, as well as the regions many lakes and rivers to go swimming…
PG&E Bankruptcy Seeks To Cap Victim Compensation
Under a plan proposed to the Northern District of California, Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), as part of its bankruptcy proceedings, would cap compensation for victims of California wildfires at no more than $16.9…
Pennsylvania Man Awarded $2.75 Million Following An Accident Resulting In A Leg Amputation
Anthony Dos Santos brought a civil personal injury claim against Whitewater West Industries in a Lehigh County court after losing part of his leg in a construction accident. Dos Santos was 23 years old when he and two…
The Potential For Civil Liability From Incidents Of Bullying In Maryland
Maryland lawmakers have followed the lead of many other states in implementing guidelines that pertain to bullying. Studies have shown that victims of bullying often experience declines in their mental and physical…
Talk to a trial lawyer today
If you believe a medical error, preventable birth injury, assault, or another person’s negligence caused serious harm, contact Gilman & Bedigian. We will listen, help you understand your options, and explain what the next step may be.