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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Aspinwall, PA – Woman in Critical Condition After Being Hit by SUV
Aspinwall, PA (February 5, 2025) – An elderly woman was rushed to the hospital after she was hit by an SUV while crossing the street in Aspinwall, PA on February 5.
According to news reports, Allegheny County police responded to a call around 7 a.m. of a pedestrian accident in Aspinwall. Police say the woman was crossing Delafield Road towards St. Margaet Drive near UPMC St. Margaret’s Hospital when she was struck by an SUV making a left turn from Freeport Road.
The woman was taken to the hospital in critical condition. The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with the police.
Police are continue to investigate the accident.
Pedestrian Accidents in Allegheny County
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, pedestrian safety is an ongoing concern in Allegheny County. In the past three years, […]
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Defective Products and Consumer Rights
Consumers have the right to expect the products they purchase to be safe and function as advertised. Yet, in 2023, more than 750 million defective products were recalled across the United States. Defective products can cause serious injury to consumers, whether it is a kitchen appliance that overheats and causes burns or a toy that is unsafe due to a choking hazard.
Defects in everyday products raise important questions about product safety, consumer rights, product liability, and what legal protections are in place to hold product manufacturers accountable. If you suffered injuries caused by a defective product, it is important to understand your rights and the steps to take to recover damages.
Understanding Product Liability
Product liability is the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, and sellers of products for any injuries caused to consumers by their products. […]
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WE SERVE SCRANTON, ALLENTOWN, AND SURROUNDING AREAS. COMMON PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS WE HANDLE
At Munley Law, we’ve built our reputation by consistently outmaneuvering insurance companies and winning substantial settlements for our clients. Here are a few examples of the personal injury case types we handle regularly:
- TRUCK ACCIDENTS
- CAR ACCIDENTS
- WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIMS
- PREMISES LIABILITY
- PRODUCT LIABILITY
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We can work to make sure you recover all your damages. […]
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Medical Transport Jet Crashes Into Philadelphia Neighborhood
Philadelphia, PA (January 31, 2025) – A medical jet carrying six people crashed into a Philadelphia neighborhood on January 31.
According to news reports, the plane was transporting a child patient, her mother, and four crew members. The plane was heading to Springfield, Missouri.
The plane left the Northeast Philadelphia Airport around 6 p.m. before crashing less than four miles away. It crashed into the ground and sparking a huge fireball.
Several buildings and vehicles were lit on fire, injuring several people on the ground. There were no survivors in the aircraft.
Investigations are underway as to what caused the accident. The accident comes just days after an airplane collided with a Black Hawk helicopter in Washington, DC.
Airplane Crashes in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has seen various aviation incidents throughout its history, with accidents occurring across both general aviation and commercial flights. […]
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