What Is Fault?
Fault is when an entity intentionally or negligently fails to act reasonably, according to legal standards or one’s duty, resulting in harm to another person. This failure can arise from various factors such as ignorance, carelessness, negligence, or a lack of skill. If actions like not being aware, not taking proper precautions, disregarding others, or lacking necessary skills lead to injury to another person, they can all be considered as fault.
Legal scholar John C. Jeffries Jr. states, “Fault is the linchpin of tort liability.” Fault plays a crucial role in various aspects of law, including tort law (civil wrongs), contract disputes, and criminal law. Establishing fault is essential in legal proceedings to determine liability and to assess damages or penalties accordingly.
Fault forms the basis for legal liability and compensation. For example, in a car accident case, fault may be assigned based on factors like speeding, failure to yield, or distracted driving. For plaintiffs seeking damages, proving fault is essential to demonstrate that the defendant’s actions or negligence directly caused their injuries or losses. Conversely, defendants may argue mitigating circumstances or lack of fault to defend against legal claims.
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Workers Compensation Lawyer for Sam’s Club Warehouse
Sam’s Club is a chain of warehouse stores that scores profits of $50 billion every year, boasting member-exclusive priced home and lifestyle products. However, due to the immense range of products and the speed with which the staff must work to process large order quantities, accidents amongst employees can happen. Some of these incidents could lead to life-altering injuries that require ongoing medical attention and lowered lifetime earning capacity.
The risk of injury is present for all American warehouse workers. In 2020 alone, there were 213,100 warehouse-related injuries reported in the US. The year prior, the warehouse industry saw the second-highest number of fatal workplace injuries in any industry.
If you’re one of the nation’s 100,000 Sam’s Club employees, you know that the company has faced some profiled injury settlements. As of January 2022, Sam’s Club operates 600 membership warehouse clubs in the United States. […]
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What If I Get Into a Car Accident and I Don’t Have Insurance?
Car accidents are unfortunately much more common than one might think. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, in 2020 there were 104,475 reportable traffic crashes in Pennsylvania. This means that roughly one in every 57 Pennsylvania residents was involved in a reportable accident.
If you or a loved one was involved in a crash, you may benefit from seeking out an experienced car accident lawyer. The car accident attorneys at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys can help. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss the specifics of your case.
Minimum Car Accident Insurance Required in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania law requires motorists to have both a drivers’ license and vehicle liability insurance before getting behind the wheel, according to Pennsylvania DOT Driver & Vehicle Services. Vehicle liability insurance covers medical expenses, lost wages, and any other damages that occur from vehicle-related injuries. […]
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What Are My Options If I Sustain a Burn Injury at Work?
The threat of burns can be more common than you think. In 2020 alone, more than 60,00 Pennyslvanians suffered a burn-related injury at their workplace. In the same year, The Pennsylvania Department of Health reported that more than 1,500 people in the state were admitted to hospital due to injuries sustained from hot objects, corrosive substances, or flames and fire. These injuries can be life-altering and require the utmost attention and care.
Burns damage our tissue, often due to heat, chemical contact, overexposure to the sun or other radiation, or electrical interaction. Burns can be a minimal inconvenience, but sometimes they can be deadly. You may not know for a day or two how severe a burn is, as it takes this amount of time for the signs and symptoms to fully develop. The treatment of burns can vary greatly, too. Sunburns and small scalds can more likely be treated at home, […]
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What Information Should I Obtain From the Other Driver After a Car Accident?
We all know the basics of car accident etiquette. Remain calm, check yourself and your passengers for injuries. And of course, swap contact information with the other driver(s) involved. But what additional information should you obtain from the other driver after a car accident? Further, how do you obtain that information during a stressful situation?
What Basic Information Is Needed From The Other Driver?
There is no doubt that car accidents are stressful and still, incredibly common. According to Driver Knowledge, more than 90 people die in car accidents every day.
Be it from distracted driving, driving under the influence, speeding, road conditions, etc., when a car collision occurs, drivers need to be prepared to take action immediately.
In general, insurance companies will request the following information from the involved drivers at the accident scene:
- Driver’s name and contact information
- Name and contact information of the driver’s insurance company
- Insurance policy number and expiration date
- Vehicle details (make, […]
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What Is the Difference Between a First-Party and Third-Party Claim?
When you are involved in an accident, you may wonder where you’ll get the compensation needed to recover. Is it your insurance who foots the bill or the other parties who may be at fault? Further, can you still file a lawsuit if you have insurance? First-party and third-party insurance claims are similar in what you can recover in many ways–the key difference is in who is held liable.
Here is what you need to know about first-party and third-party insurance claims.
What Is a First-Party Claim?
In essence, a first-party insurance claim is one where you as the victim of an accident or injury make a claim against your insurance. This means you’ve paid and have an insurance policy for such events and will recover compensation from that policy.
If you have insurance, a first-party claim allows you to notify your insurance company of the accident and from there, […]
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