What is a Motion?
A motion is, “The formal mode in which a member submits a proposed measure or resolve for the consideration and action of the meeting.” (Black’s Law Dictionary 1133. 4th Ed. Rev. 1968). It court, it is a formal request made to a judge to issue a ruling or take some action.
A motion can be requested by any party in court, and the judge may either grant or deny the request. Motions are always made with the intention of it benefiting the moving party, or movant. An example of a motion is a party requesting a case to be dismissed for a specific legal reason. They may also motion for a new trial if there are significant errors or issues in an original trial. All motions must be made after the initial complaint has been filed in a legal proceeding.
Motions can be either written or spoken. Regardless of which, the opposing party to the movant will usually have a chance to be heard by the judge regarding whether the motion should be approved or not. Motions for dismissal or new trial are only two of a wide range of possible motions. Even if a trial is not retried or dismissed, a judge’s ruling on a motion can greatly impact the outcome of a case, such as whether certain evidence is excluded or if it is allowed in court.
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Workers’ Compensation for Repetitive Stress and Strain Injuries in Wilkes-Barre
Have You Experienced a Repetitive Injury On the Job? We Can Help.
In 2019, over 17,000 people were injured because of repetitive actions in the workplace, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. These injuries are called repetitive strain injuries or repetitive stress injuries. Most repetitive injuries are caused by doing actions that a person might not think would cause an injury, such as typing, repeatedly using the same tool, and always doing the same motion as part of your job.
A repetitive strain injury happens when a worker’s muscles or joints become strained when repeatedly doing the same motions at work. A repetitive stress injury causes damage to the muscles, nerves, ligaments, or tendons of workers who do the same task repeatedly on the job.
For example, a strain to the back or to the wrist that causes low back pain or carpal tunnel syndrome are typical kinds of repetitive strain injuries. […]
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How Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Work?
Most people never think about what it takes to file a lawsuit until the time comes. If you have never had to take part in a personal injury lawsuit, you probably don’t know exactly what to expect. How does a personal injury lawsuit work? The entire process can be intimidating or confusing when it is unfamiliar. You likely have a lot of questions.
Your personal injury lawyer from Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys will be by your side every step of the way, but you still should have an understanding of how the process works. In truth, every case is different, and some are more complex than others. But, there are certain elements that will remain consistent in most lawsuits. Consider this your guide to personal injury lawsuits and how they work.
Why File a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
First, why file a personal injury lawsuit? […]
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Carbondale Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Motorcycle Accident Attorney in Carbondale
Helping Injured Victims in Motorcycle Crashes Obtain Justice
Motorcycle accidents often have catastrophic outcomes. Riders have little protection from an impact with a car, truck, or other motor vehicle. A motorcycle crash can lead to severe, life-threatening injuries with long recovery times. In the aftermath, victims of motorcycle crashes may face difficult financial challenges in repaying medical bills while forced to stay out of work. Injured victims may even find themselves facing permanent, life-changing disabilities that affect their ability to work or enjoy life the same as before the accident.
If you were injured in a motorcycle crash, you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries. Our experienced Carbondale motorcycle accident attorneys at Munley Law can help you. For over 60 years, we have been helping injured clients throughout Pennsylvania obtain justice in motor vehicle accidents. […]
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Philadelphia Workers’ Compensation for Warehouse Workers
Helping injured warehouse workers in Philadelphia get the compensation they deserve
Warehouses are essential to keeping US businesses running. Grocery store chains, furniture and home improvement, food and beverage, pet food, pharmaceutical companies, e-commerce, and global retail giants all rely on warehouse workers to safely and efficiently store, move, receive, and ship their goods.
Philadelphia is located on the busy I-95 trucking corridor, having access to an international airport, rail service, and with one of the largest shipping ports in the country, the Port of Philadelphia, Philly is a popular location for businesses seeking to build private warehouses or to rent space and hire help with existing warehousing operations.
Warehouses are the perfect environment for work accidents and injuries. According to a recent Bureau of Labor Statistics report, the warehouse and transportation sector is one of the most dangerous industries for workers in the country. […]
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Reading Factory Worker Injury Lawyer
Reading is the historical home of the famous Reading Railroad, the county seat for Berks County, and one of PA’s biggest cities. Industry is still an economic lynchpin in Reading and the city’s manufacturing employers are among some of the area’s largest. Reading’s versatile workforce is one of the reasons factories choose Reading as their base of operations. And Reading’s factory workers are essential to the success of local factories.
However, factory work is notoriously dangerous. If you or a loved one has been injured or killed while at work at a factory in Reading, West Reading, or anywhere in Berks County, you want to make sure you hire the most experienced, competent Reading factory worker injury attorneys to fight for the financial compensation you deserve. For six decades, Munley Law has been helping injured factory workers throughout Pennsylvania after a terrible accident. Our Reading workers’ compensation lawyers work hard to make sure your rights are protected. […]
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