What is a Loss?
A loss is the monetary value assigned to an injury or damage in a personal injury claim, including pain and suffering, past and future income, future medical care, at-home assistance, current medical bills, etc.
According to Black’s Law Dictionary, “loss” is defined as “the harm or damage resulting from an injury; the deprivation or detriment to an owner or possessor as a result of a judgment or voluntary transfer of property.” As such, loss is often a broad term in law, encompassing both tangible and intangible impacts as loss can come from a variety of forms of damages.
Legal principles governing loss aim to provide remedies, compensation, or restitution to individuals or entities adversely affected by wrongful acts, accidents, or adverse events. Loss can include economic loss, personal loss or property loss. The assessment of loss often involves evaluating evidence, calculating damages, and applying legal standards to determine liability and appropriate remedies in civil litigation or legal disputes. As a legal term, loss underscores the importance of addressing and mitigating the impacts of losses through legal recourse and equitable remedies in accordance with applicable laws and judicial principles.
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What to Do After a Medical Emergency Causes a Car Accident
Medical emergencies while driving can lead to devastating accidents. When another driver suffers a sudden health crisis behind the wheel, the collision can leave you with serious injuries, vehicle damage, and mounting expenses. As a victim, you deserve compensation for your losses, even when the other driver experienced a genuine medical emergency. Securing fair recovery requires a careful examination of the driver’s medical records, driving history, and the specific circumstances of the accident.
If you were injured in a car accident caused by someone else’s medical emergency, let the experienced car accident attorneys at Munley Law help you with the legal process. Our attorneys can ensure that you receive the compensation you are due. Schedule a free initial consultation today.
Medical Emergencies Behind the Wheel
Medical emergencies that cause car accidents often occur without warning to victims. A study by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that while many accidents involving medical conditions are single-vehicle crashes, […]
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How to Anonymously Report Nursing Home Abuse
When an older adult is placed in the care of a nursing home, their loved ones put a great deal of trust in the professionalism, integrity, and compassion of the home’s staff and management. Unfortunately, this trust is often betrayed.
Anyone who spends time in a nursing home, whether as an employee, visitor, or resident, should learn to recognize the signs of abuse and report concerns–even anonymously. Reporting nursing home abuse can save lives and ensure that care facilities are held accountable. 
Contact Munley Law’s experienced elder abuse lawyers today for a free consultation if your loved one is suffering from nursing home abuse—we’ll help you hold abusers accountable and protect your family’s rights
Recognizing Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Firm statistics are hard to come by, but it’s estimated that sixteen percent of nursing home residents experience abuse. […]
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Lycoming County, PA – One Dead, Another Injured After Car Accident on Route 220
LYCOMING COUNTY, PA (February 20, 2025) – One person is dead and another is injured following a car accident on Route 220 in Jersey Shore on Feburary 17.
According to news reports, emergency personnel responded to a three-vehicle crash on Route 220 west of the Thomas Street exit shortly before 8 p.m. Officials say that the driver of a Subaru Forester was driving north on Route 220 when he was struck nearly head-on by a Mercedes-Benz, causing entrapment. The Mercedes then struck a truck towing a trailer and then rolled onto its roof before bursting into flames.
The driver of the Mercedes was able to pull themselves from the vehicle then fled the scene on foot where they were later reportedly struck by other vehicles in the southbound lane before the police found them. The driver was taken to the Trauma Center at UPMC for treatment. […]
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Philadelphia Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
When you need a Philadelphia workers’ compensation lawyer who fights relentlessly for injured workers, turn to Munley Law. Our experienced workers comp attorney understands how a workplace accident can devastate your life – leaving you with mounting medical bills while you’re unable to earn a paycheck. We’ve seen insurers deny valid claims, and employers try to force injured workers back too soon.
Our board-certified workers’ compensation attorney will ensure you receive your benefits while protecting your rights from the insurer. Employers often don’t understand the law surrounding workers’ compensation and will try to force you back to work as soon as possible before the doctor clears you. We will make sure that doesn’t happen.
How Our Philadelphia Workers’ Compensation Attorneys Advocate for Injured Workers
Pennsylvania law protects injured workers, but insurers often deny valid claims or pressure staff to return to work before they’re ready. […]
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Lackawanna County, PA – Man Died after Car Accident in Roaring Brook Twp.
LACKAWANNA COUNTY, PA (February 16, 2025) – One man died following a car accident in Roaring Brook Township on February 15.
According to news reports, the 18-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash on State Route 435 in Roaring Brook Twp. shortly after 5 a.m. Authorities believe the driver had rolled over into the woods.
Other people were in the vehicle at the time of the accident and suffered injuries.
The crash is under investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police.
Fatal Car Accidents in Lackawanna County
Fatal car accidents in Lackawanna County tell a complex story shaped by the region’s unique geography and climate. The county’s mountainous terrain, particularly treacherous during harsh Pennsylvania winters, creates challenging conditions for drivers navigating both highways and back roads. Interstate 81, which cuts through the heart of the county, serves as a major artery for both local and interstate traffic, […]
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