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 for Amazon Warehouse Injuries
Ecommerce giant Amazon has maintained its dominance in the hyper-competitive retail landscape largely through its robust network of last mile delivery partners. With Amazon Prime, subscribers can expect same day, next day, or at most two day delivery of almost any product listed on their site. Other competitors, like Walmart, Etsy, and Home Depot, have struggled to keep pace with Amazon’s lightning-fast turnaround times.
The Strategic Organizing Center, a coalition of labor unions, found that 5.9 out of every 100 warehouse workers at Amazon are seriously injured on the clock, according to BBC. What’s more, SOC’s study also found that not only are Amazon warehouse workers injured more frequently, they are injured more severely as well, an inference supported by Amazon workers’ recovery periods. On average, Amazon warehouse workers who were injured on the job missed 46.3 days of work to recover from their injuries. […]
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How Do I Know I’m Covered Under Workers’ Compensation?
Workplace accidents happen, and when they do the last thing an injured worker should have to worry about is whether coverage is in place to compensate him while he recovers.
Pennsylvania’s Workers’ Compensation Act requires employers to provide coverage for nearly all employees regardless of full-time, part-time, or seasonal status. However, volunteers and independent contractors may not be covered.
If you have been injured at work, let the workers’ compensation attorneys at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys help you get the most out of your compensation claim. Our workers’ comp lawyers will review your case, help you gather any documents you need, and work tirelessly until you win the compensation you are entitled to.
What is the Workers’ Compensation Act?
Pennsylvania’s Workers’ Compensation Act specifies compensation to workers who are injured in the workplace, […]
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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, […]
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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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