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Munley Law Partner Marion Munley Sworn in as Treasurer for the American Association for Justice

Munley Law is pleased to announce that truck accident lawyer Marion Munley was sworn in as the Treasurer for the American Association for Justice (AAJ). 

The American Association of Justice is a 20,000-member organization of plaintiff attorneys dedicated to protecting the rights of trial by jury. The mission of the AAJ is to promote justice and fairness for injured victims, safeguard victims’ rights, and strengthen the civil justice system through education and disclosure of information critical to public safety and health. 

Marion has held several positions in the AAJ over the years. She was elected as the AAJ Parliamentarian in 2022 and has served on the Board of Governors and its Executive Committee. In 2018, she was the first woman to become the Chair of the AAJ Trucking Litigations Group and received the organization’s Robert W. Munley Champion of Justice Award in 2020.  […]

Road Trip Prep: What to Do to Avoid a Car Accident While on a Road Trip This Summer

Road trips can be exhilarating adventures for many of us. Just getting away for a weekend can be thrilling! But you may be surprised to learn that road trip accidents are more common than you think. And the best way to protect yourself from a car accident is to follow a few simple tips to minimize risks and ensure a safe journey.

Remember, if you do get into a car accident while on the road, one of your first calls should be to an experienced car accident lawyer from Munley Law. We will help you with your claim and make sure that you are properly compensated for your accident.

Let’s delve into the ways you can make your next road trip not only memorable but also safe.

Understanding the Common Causes of Road Trip Accidents

A summer road trip can be fun and a thrilling adventure. […]

Temple University Names Scholarship After Munley Law Founder Robert W. Munley

Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys is proud to announce that Temple University Beasley School of Law has recently created a scholarship named for truck accident lawyer and Munley Law founder Robert W. Munley and his wife Bernadine Munley.

Robert W. Munley (1930-2019) graduated from the Beasley School of Law after serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. During his time at Temple, he was a member of the Temple Law Review. Bernadine Munley, as well as partners Marion Munley and Caroline Munley, also graduated from Temple.

The scholarship fund will benefit students in the trial advocacy program with a preference for those students who come from Lackawanna County or are members of the Women’s Law Caucus.

“On behalf of the Beasley School of Law, it is an honor to name a scholarship for one of the true pioneers in personal injury,” said Rachel Rebouche, […]

Munley Law Sponsors the Everhart Museum’s Founder’s Gallery

Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys is proud to announce that it has sponsored the Everhart Museum’s newest ongoing exhibition in memory of its founder, truck accident lawyer Robert W. Munley.

The “Founder’s Gallery” showcases the life of the Everhart Museum’s founder, Dr. Isaiah F. Everhart, an American physician and naturalist. The gallery traces Dr. Everhart’s life from growing up in Southeastern Pennsylvania, through his career as a surgeon, to settling in Scranton and establishing the museum. The exhibit features his journal entries, objects from the museum’s collection, and photographs from the museum’s archives.

A reception for the new exhibition was held on May 19 in conjunction with the Everhart Museum’s 115th anniversary. 

“My father was a huge supporter of the Everhart Museum,” said Caroline Munley, Managing Partner at Munley Law and the Chair of the Board of Trustees at the Everhart Museum. […]

How to Report Unsafe Working Conditions in Wilkes-Barre

What is Considered an “Unsafe Working Condition?”

When most people hear the phrase “unsafe working conditions,” factories and operating large machinery come to mind. While it’s true that some industries are more high-risk than others, the reality is any workplace can be unsafe. For your own safety, you should know how to identify unsafe working conditions and how to report them to the appropriate authorities.

An unsafe working environment is an environment with hazards present that make it dangerous for you to carry out any of your job duties. The environment poses a threat to your health and safety and may interfere with you being able to do your job correctly.  While some jobs are dangerous by nature, “unsafe working conditions” refer to circumstances outside of what is reasonable, normal, or acceptable by regulatory standards.

Examples of Unsafe Working Conditions

While this list is not exhaustive, […]