Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys Reaches $3.97 Million Settlement in Tractor Trailer Case

(May 2015 – Scranton, PA) – Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys today announced a $3.97 million settlement in a case stemming from a tractor trailer accident in January, 2011. Plaintiff, Allison Kowalski, whose husband, Mark Kowalski, was killed, was represented by Attorneys Daniel Munley and Marion Munley of the Munley firm.

Mr. Kowalski, from New York state, was traveling east on I-80 in Columbia County, PA, when he encountered defendant Patrick Webb, a Texas truck driver who was also traveling eastbound on I-80. Webb was driving for PBM, a Texas trucking company. The trailer he was hauling was leased to PBM by Republic National Industries of Texas.

Webb lost control of his rig on the snow-covered highway, and his tractor slid off of the road and into the median. Kowalski, who was traveling behind Webb, was unable to avoid a collision with Webb’s trailer which was blocking the eastbound lanes of traffic. […]

Attorney Julia Munley to Child Sexual Abuse Victims: “You are Not Alone”

Julia Munley explains the ethical and legal obligation of reporting sexual abuse

In a recent interview, Attorney Julia Munley discusses misconduct and sexual abuse perpetrated by adults in positions of authority against minors. Attorney Munley has long been an advocate for victims and their families. Today, she helps to shed some light on this issue and offers some key pieces of advice for those who are concerned.

WNEP reported that Pennsylvania is ranked second in the country for reported claims of misconduct by teachers. In the last few months alone there have been at least seven stories just in our home region of Northeast PA.

It’s difficult to get hard and fast numbers on just how many of these incidents are occurring because claims do not always result in criminal charges. Moreover, […]

Attorney Chris Munley Ambassador for Meals on Wheels in Happenings Magazine

Chris Munley represents crucial food service in the community

In addition to being a dedicated lawyer, husband, and father, Attorney Chris Munley shows unwavering support for worthwhile causes in the community.

In the January issue of Happenings Magazine (pg. 99-100),  Chris Munley tells us about his involvement with Meals on Wheels. The magazine’s annual contest, “Ties that Bind,” features four local men and their “ties” to various non-profit organizations. In “Ties that Bind,” Munley shares the story behind his purple tie and tells us why he is proud to represent Meals on Wheels, a nonprofit organization that provides those in need with over 800 meals per day, all year round.  The program provides nutritious meals for economically disadvantaged adults in our home region. Many of the recipients are elderly people who would not otherwise be able to remain in their own homes. […]

$750k settlement for truck accident victim

Victim to receive compensation for injuries sustained in truck accident

Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys announced Friday that a $750,000 settlement has been reached in a tractor trailer accident case which was scheduled to go to trial this month before the Honorable Robert D. Mariani, United States District Court Judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania in Scranton.

Robert W. Munley III noted that “Our client brought this lawsuit to achieve justice for the suffering and trauma that he and his family have endured since this accident.  We have been honored to represent him, and we hope that this settlement will help not only our client but will go a long way towards improving safe driving conditions for truckers and drivers alike.”

Mr. Munley and Julia K. Munley, both experienced trial attorneys at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys, […]

Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys proudly joins the Family to Family Thanksgiving program

As we enjoy the warmth, festivities, and food that the upcoming holiday brings, it’s easy to forget how many others in our home communities are not as fortunate. Even as we recite “I am thankful for…” we tend to take for granted the food in front of us. While most of us look forward to sharing a bountiful meal with those we love, many families in our area will have a very different association with the word, “Thanksgiving.” For many, it will be another night without food. As we celebrate all that we are so blessed to have, how can we not extend something to those who are not so fortunate?

Since 1986, The Burne family, along with the Friends of the Poor, have been working to provide Thanksgiving dinner baskets for disadvantaged families in the Scranton area. The scope of this project is overwhelming. […]