What is an Appeal?
An Appeal is, “The complaint to a superior court of an injustice done or error committed by an inferior one, whose judgment or decision the court above is called upon to correct or reverse.” (Black’s Law Dictionary 124. 4th Ed. Rev. 1968)
The appeal process involves a losing party requesting a higher court to reconsider a ruling or decision made at trial. Most appeals take place in an appellate court. The party making an appeal is known as the appellant, while the original winning party is known as the appellee or respondent. Common errors that can be considered proper grounds for appeal may include legal application errors by a sitting judge, procedural errors conducted by attorneys, or evidence issues such as improper evidence being allowed in court or important evidence being wrongfully excluded from court. After arguments from both the appellant and appellee as to why a court’s decision is either proper or not, the appellant court will decide to affirm, reverse, or remand that decision. When a decision is remanded, that particular case is sent back to a lower court for a new trial or other proceedings.
An appeal can only be made after a final judgment is made. A case can not be appealed when it is ongoing or if facts of the case are in dispute. Rulings in cases such as Bowersock v. Missouri Valley Drainage Dist. of Holt County clarify that appeals are continuations of existing lawsuits, not lawsuits themselves. While appeals may lengthen the legal process, they are seen as vital parts of the justice system. They exist to insure that errors or issues don’t result in the wrong rulings.
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What is the Truck Accident Claim Process?
What Happens After a Trucking Accident?
Being involved in an truck accident is a traumatic experience. Like a car accident, a truck crash can cause debilitating personal injuries and emotional distress–but due to the sheer size and force of the vehicle, truck accidents often cause more severe injuries and mental agony than an accident involving passenger cars alone.
When you or a loved one is involved in a truck accident, the last thing you want to do is try and figure out the complicated truck accident claim process.
It is essential, however, that you act fast–while evidence is fresh and before the statute of limitations runs out–in order to ensure you receive the full and fair compensation you deserve. Thankfully, an experienced truck accident lawyer can handle most steps of the truck accident claim process for you, and at no charge to you unless you win a truck accident settlement or jury award. […]
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Workers Compensation for East Coast Logistics Warehouses Injuries
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020 alone, employers reported 2.7 million injury and illness cases in private industry. With a reported 3.4 million people employed in the warehousing and storage industry, many of these workplace accidents occur in warehouse settings. And some happen right in our own region.
If you or a loved one are employed by East Coast Logistics Warehouse or another warehouse in NEPA, the workers’ compensation lawyers of Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys are here to help. Workplace accidents happen, but that doesn’t mean you have to suffer without workers compensation.
About East Coast Logistics Warehouses
East Coast Logistics and Distribution, Inc. is a third party logistics company located in Northeastern Pennsylvania. With three distribution centers, the facilities are located near major highways in PA including in:
- Mountaintop, […]
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How Do I Get Workers’ Compensation in Pennsylvania?
It is estimated that for every 100 full-time employees, 3.1 will file a workers compensation claim in a given year. But when you’re that injured employee at work, you may be wondering, how to get workers’ compensation benefits in Pennsylvania.
At Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys, our workers’ compensation attorneys will guide you through the process to help make your workers compensation claim a smooth transition from work to recovery.
How to File A Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Claim
Before you begin the process of filing a workers’ compensation claim, you need to know if you even have a case.
In Pennsylvania, almost all workers’ are entitled to workers compensation benefits from their employers with some exceptions. So, if you are a Pennsylvnia employee who meets the employee status criteria, that’s one step closer to filing a successful claim. […]
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Workers’ Compensation for Joint Injuries
When your job requires constant movement like lifting, reaching, twisting, or squatting, your joints will likely take a beating. Whether it is a repetitive motion injury that results in joint damage or a sudden movement that causes injury, these acts can result in long-term health complications. While these workplace injuries sometimes just require some rest and short-term recovery, they can oftentimes result in chronic illness. If this happened to you, you are entitled to receive workers’ compensation for joint injuries.
If you have suffered from joint injuries because of your occupation, the workers’ compensation attorneys of Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys are here to help.
Common Joint Injuries From Occupational Risks
Musculoskeletal disorders, ergonomic injuries, or simply, joint injuries, occur from the use of muscles, tendons, and ligaments to perform frequent tasks. These motions can cause pain and eventually injury. […]
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What to Do If You’re Hurt at Work
Workplace accidents happen–in fact, they impact roughly 2.8 million workers yearly. However, when an accident occurs, you may be wondering what to do if you’re hurt at work. At Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys, we support Pennsylvania workers who are in need of legal assistance when it comes to workplace accidents and illnesses and we can do the same for you.
Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Process
If you’re hurt at work, the first thing you should do is seek medical attention. This is important because your medical files will serve as important documentation for the injury or illness and allow you to receive workers’ compensation benefits.
Upon receiving medical attention, injured workers will need to inform their workplace supervisor. This begins the formal process of filing for workers’ compensation. While taking time of off work or missing out on wages may be the last thing on your mind, […]
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