Pennsylvania Personal Injury Blog

Many parents who have lost children in fatal Pennsylvania car accidents are calling on legislators to pass House Bill 67, which would prohibit teen drivers from using a cell phone while driving and having more than one non-family teen in the vehicle. But legislators aren’t listening, according to The Mercury. The parents of two teens who were killed last year started working toward teen driving law reform just a few months after the loss of their sons. Until teen driving law reform is in effect, many say that the risk of accidents, injury and death will increase.

Local legislature returned from the summer recess and will leave again to campaign for the November 2 election; therefore, the window to make any progress on House Bill 67 is closing fast. It is unclear at this time as to whether or not there will be a winter session. So far, while the parents of teens who have been lost in fatal Pennsylvania car crashes have been adamant, legislators have failed to do anything to prove that they’re paying attention.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2008, about 3,500 teens lost their lives in car crashes nationwide with more than 350,000 treated for serious injuries. The risk of teen drivers getting into an accident increased with the number of other teen passengers in the vehicle.

If you or a loved one has been injured or if you have lost a loved one due to the inexperience or negligence of a driver, it is highly recommended that you retain the services of a qualified Pennsylvania auto accident attorney. An injury sustained in an auto accident can take a heavy toll on the injured individual and their family. Medical bills, lost wages and other damages can build up quickly and the skilled lawyers at Cherry Fieger & Marciano, LLP can help. With years of experience successfully handling a wide variety of auto accident and other personal injury cases, we have the resources necessary to hold negligent parties accountable for their actions. Call (888) 684-7192 to schedule a free consultation of your case.

On September 22, one worker was burned and another suffered hearing loss from a Pennsylvania explosion accident at Novey Recycling, near Clearfield County. According to wjactv.com, the workers were using a metal barrel as a workbench. Pressure built up inside the barrel and caused it to explode.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, thousands of U.S. workers are killed or seriously injured in accidents at industrial plants. Approximately 4,340 fatal work injuries were recorded in the United States in 2009.

Poor supervision, lack of communication, poor worker training, and use of defective machinery or tools all contribute to workplace accidents. These types of accidents occur when OSHA safety regulations are not followed. An investigation may show that the company did not properly protect employees against this kind of industrial accident.

The workers who were injured at Novey Recycling would be well advised to seek the advice of an experienced workers’ compensation attorney. The Pennsylvania workers' compensation attorneys at Cherry, Fieger & Marciano will examine and analyze the area the accident occurred to make sure that everything was operating properly and that the company and its workers were following proper guidelines. They also have experience with “third party claims,” which are claims filed against parties other than the employer in a workplace accident.

If a worker is seriously injured and unable to work for months, workers compensation benefits may not cover the expenses these families face and third party claims would be much more. Cherry, Fieger & Marciano offer free and confidential consultations. Call (888) 684-7192 today.

For a motorcyclist, there is nothing like riding down the open road with the sun on your face and the wind at your back. However, a split second can change an enjoyable experience into a catastrophic injury or worse, death. Because motorcyclists don’t have the protective barrier that motorists in passenger vehicles and trucks do, motorcyclists have a higher risk of serious injury in a Pennsylvania motorcycle accident. However, there are a few tips that riders can take in order to prevent crashes and keep themselves out of harm’s way.

• Always wear a helmet. While Pennsylvania law states that all motorcyclists must wear helmets unless they’ve reached the age of 21 and have at least two years of licensed riding experience OR have completed a motorcycle safety course, it is important to ALWAYS wear a helmet no matter your age or experience.
• Wear proper riding gear. Shorts and t-shirts are not proper riding apparel. Utilize riding boots, leathers, riding gloves and other riding gear. In the event of a crash where a rider skids on pavement, appropriate riding apparel can aid in protecting the rider from road rash and other injuries.
• Obey ALL traffic laws. Do not speed, ride aggressively or weave in and out of traffic. Do not ride in another motorist’s blind spot.
• Ensure that the motorcycle has been maintained and is in good working condition.

According to the NHTSA, in 2008, 5,290 motorcyclists were killed in U.S. crashes with another 96,000 injured. 227 motorcycle fatalities occurred in Pennsylvania and only 49% of those killed were wearing helmets.

If you or a loved one has been injured or wrongfully killed in a motorcycle accident in Pennsylvania, a skilled Philadelphia motorcycle accident attorney can help. At Cherry Fieger & Marciano, LLP, we have the necessary resources to reconstruct your accident and determine the at fault party. If another driver’s negligence contributed to your injuries, you may be able to seek compensation for damages including medical bills, damage to your vehicle, loss of income if your injuries prevent you from working and other damages. Call Cherry Fieger & Marciano, LLP today at (888) 684-7192 for a free consultation.

A 16-year-old bicyclist from New Jersey was killed on September 6 by a hit-and-run driver. According to this article on Philly.com, he was riding his bike with two other teenagers when he was struck by a 31-year-old man who allegedly fled the scene. He faces reckless driving and other charges.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation reported that there were 8 bicyclist deaths and 1,419 injuries in 2008. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association, in the United States 716 bicyclists were killed and 52,000 injured in traffic accidents. Thirteen percent of those killed were under the age of 16. Alcohol was reported in more than one third of all the fatalities.

Safety tips for bicyclists can be found on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website, some of which include: wear a helmet; ensure proper size and function of bicycle; follow the rules of the road; act like a driver of a vehicle; drive with care and share the road; stay focused and alert.

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For the second time in a month, workers were injured at the same construction site. On September 13, a beam fell from about 30 feet, injuring four workers. The site is at Yale University, where they are building a chiller power plant.

According to this article on Middletownpress.com, one worker was pinned under the beam and suffered serious injuries.

It is concerning that last month there was an incident at the same site in which a worker was injured and The Occupational Safety Health Administration will conduct an investigation. Construction is a dangerous profession and, in 2007, it accounted for 1,178 on-the-job deaths. It had the most fatalities of any industry sector that year. Although the number of fatalities in construction decreased by 16 % in 2009, workers in construction still had the most fatal injuries of any industry.

The University construction worker, and any employee injured on the job, may want to contact an experienced workers’ compensation attorney who can carefully examine the incident to identify any negligence or wrongdoing. Although employers are often to blame when an employee is injured on the job, these types of injuries can also be caused by a third party, such as a subcontractor, or the manufacturers of a defective product. A third-party claim is usually worth more than the average workers’ compensation case and will help injured workers recover compensation for medical bills, physical therapy, loss of livelihood and more.

If you have been injured in a construction accident in Pennsylvania, you may have a potential workers’ compensation claim. The Philadelphia construction accident injury lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano offer a free consultation and a comprehensive case evaluation to injured workers and their families.

A utility worker in Washington DC was injured on September 16 when a crane hit some overhead wires and electrified the machine. The Washington Post reported that the worker suffered serious electric-shock injuries and burns. His injuries may be life-threatening and, at the time of the article, he was taken to Washington Hospital Center.

Electrocutions are a devastating type of injury. The Electrical Safety Foundation International found that over a five-year period (2003 to 2007) worker contact with electric current was responsible for 1,213 fatal workplace accidents. Additionally, 13,150 workers were so severely injured from these electrical contacts that missed work-days due to these injuries.

EHStoday.com, reported that the leading cause of on-the-job electrical deaths was worker contact with overhead power lines. The second leading cause involved workers coming in contact with wiring, transformers, or other electrical components. These injuries occurred more often to an employee whose job routinely involved working with electrical components.

Construction sites, factories, job sites, and other unsafe premises may expose people to dangerous conditions leading to electrocution of those working on the premises. Sometimes these types of injuries can also be caused by the negligence of a third party or a defective product. The third party in some cases may be the property owner where the electrocution occurred and/or the maker or seller of the defective product that caused the injuries or death. Electrical injuries can be serious, and even fatal. If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury or death as a result of a Philadelphia electrical accident, either on a construction site or other location, contact the Pennsylvania electrocution accident lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano about your case. We offer free initial consultations.

According to The Philadelphia Inquirer, the accident that occurred on September 11 was not the first time that a Megabus was lost en route from Philly to Toronto. In fact, it happened 4 other times in the past couple of months. Unfortunately on the 11th, the driver, John Tomaszewski, did not call 911 or the bus company dispatch, and that negligence contributed to a crash that killed 4 and injured many others.

This tragic bus accident may have been prevented if the driver checked with the bus dispatch, was not distracted by looking at his GPS system, and had sufficient training.

Drivers should receive a certain number of hours of classroom training, as well as practice their routes.

If the bus driver is found to be at fault for this accident, both he and his employer, the Megabus (and its parent company, COACH USA) could be held liable for the victims’ critical injuries. The injured passengers as well as family members of the passengers who were wrongfully killed would be well advised to obtain an experienced bus crash attorney. They would be able to look into the details of the collision, especially if the bus driver may have been inexperienced and did not have the proper amount of training.

If you have been injured or are family member of someone killed in a Pennsylvania bus accident, you may want to contact a Philadelphia bus crash lawyer who can help you by investigating the events leading up to the accident. In identifying negligent parties, the attorneys at Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano help those affected by a serious bus accident obtain compensation.

The decision to place a loved one in a nursing home is an important one and should be taken very seriously. While many nursing home facilities provide excellent care to their residents, there are facilities that consistently generate poor reviews, violate safety standards and provide sub-par care to the elderly. Recognizing the common signs of elderly abuse in Pennsylvania can help ensure that your loved one is safe and being treated well.

There are a number of signs that may indicate nursing home abuse; however, some Pennsylvania nursing home abuse signs may not be as obvious. Physical symptoms of abuse include bedsores, unexplained bruises or lacerations, broken bones, restraint marks on the wrists and a caregiver’s hesitation to allow a family member to visit the resident alone.

Signs of emotional abuse may be in the form of witnessing a caregiver yell at, humiliate, or belittle your loved one. Additionally, signs that could be mistaken for dementia, such as rocking, sucking or mumbling, may really be signs of emotional distress and should be evaluated promptly. Let the director of the facility know of your concern.

Other forms of Pennsylvania nursing home abuse and neglect can also be financial. For example, sudden changes to wills and testaments or unpaid medical bills when your loved one has the funds to pay for them may be signs of abuse as well. Watch out for unusual medication doses, duplicate billing or inadequate care when the bill has been paid in full. Any of these signs may be cause for concern and should be further investigated.

If you suspect that your loved one is being neglected or abused in a Pennsylvania nursing home, contact the skilled and qualified Philadelphia nursing home abuse attorneys at Cherry, Fieger & Marciano, LLP. The elderly are a vulnerable part of our society and deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. With years of experience handling nursing home abuse cases, our lawyers have the resources necessary to ensure that your loved one is compensated fairly for their injuries and that all negligent and abusive parties are held responsible for their actions. Call Cherry, Fieger & Marciano, LLP at (888) 684-7192 today to learn more about how we can help you.

A sixth-grader from Delaware was killed on September 15 in a tragic all-terrain vehicle accident. The Philadelphia Inquirer reported that she was driving a 2003 Honda Recon ATV at her grandfather’s house. She became pinned under the ATV after it flipped backward and she hit her head on the driveway.

This wrongful death accident shows that children do not have the skills to drive an all-terrain vehicle. They do not have the judgment to use them safely. If they ride along as passengers, they need to be restrained and wear safety gear, such as a helmet.

In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommended that children below the age of 16 do not ride an ATV. The AAP mandates that only persons above the age of 16 with an automobile driving license and some ATV use certification should be allowed to ride these vehicles.

Sadly, www.atvsafetynet.com reported that 40,000 families a year were suffering the tragedy of death and serious injury to their children from these accidents. Between 1995 and 2005, ATVs killed at least 1,218 children under age 16, which is about 27 % of all ATV-related deaths during that time.

The family of this young girl would be well advised to contact a Pennsylvania personal injury who has experience dealing with ATV accidents and ATV rollover cases. An expert should examine the ATV involved for vehicle product defects.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an ATV accident in Pennsylvania, please contact an experienced Philadelphia personal injury attorney. Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano will investigate the accident to determine if it was the result of someone’s negligence.

Property owners are responsible for ensuring that their property, whether it be a house, business or other type of property is safe and that individuals who enter the property will not sustain harm while on the premises. Property owners must comply with federal guidelines and provide a safe environment for invitees and licensees to be while on the property. Should a guest of someone’s home or patron of a business slip while on the property, the owner could be held liable for any injuries sustained by the individual.

In a court of law, an injured victim who slipped, fell or endured another form of harm on someone else’s property must prove to the court that the negligence of the property owner was to blame for their injuries. Some injuries that can result from a Pennsylvania slip and fall accident can range from minor to severe and include broken bones, bruising, brain injury, spinal cord injury and other injuries.

Because premises liability is highly complex and can involve more than one negligent party, it is highly recommended that an experienced Pennsylvania premises liability attorney be obtained. Not only can a lawyer explain the rights and options of the injured victim, but they’ll also gather evidence and develop a strong case strategy.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a Pennsylvania slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, please contact the PA personal injury attorneys at Cherry, Fieger & Marciano LLP. Our Philadelphia premises liability lawyers have your best interest at heart and with years of experience successfully handling premises liability cases, you can expect successful results. Call our law office today at (888) 684-7192 for a free consultation.

A tragic bus crash occurred on Friday night, which killed 4 people and injured 24 others. According to the Philadelphia Daily News, the double-decker Megabus was en route to Syracuse from Philadelphia and was scheduled to make stops in Buffalo and then travel onto Toronto. The bus driver allegedly got lost and turned onto an unfamiliar road, crashing into an over head bridge 10 feet, 9 inches off the ground. The Megabus measured 13 feet high and the roof shredded on impact, then flipped the bus on its side. The four people who lost their lives as well as the five who were most seriously injured were seated on the upper level of the vehicle.

One of the four deceased victims was a 19-year old Kansas man who was attending college in Philadelphia. The other three victims were an 18 year old girl, a 35 year old reverend from Malaysia, and 39 year old woman from India. According to the article, there were signs placed around the bridge to let drivers know the height restrictions, some of which were flashing. The 59-year old Megabus driver said that he did not see the signs as he was looking at his GPS. Police investigators do not suspect that drugs or alcohol contributed to this double-decker bus crash.

Commercial bus accidents are a fairly uncommon occurrence, but, when they do happen, the end result can be catastrophic. Because of the size and lack of safety restraints in some of these buses, passengers involved in bus accidents can suffer serious injury and even death. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), in 2008, 307 fatalities were reported in bus accidents in the United States.

Injured victims of bus accidents have legal rights and may be entitled to compensation if it’s found that their injuries were sustained due to someone else’s negligence. Compensation can be recovered for damages such as medical bills, loss of wages, funeral expenses in the event of a death, and other damages. If you have been injured in a bus accident, an experienced Pennsylvania bus crash attorney can help you understand all of your options and will work to ensure that you are compensated fairly for your losses. Call the skilled Philadelphia personal injury lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano today for a free consultation.

A 14-year old girl from Conshohocken sustained serious injuries on Tuesday when she was hit by a Chevy Cobalt as she rode across a suburban street in Philadelphia, a Philly.com article reported. The accident happened around 7:05pm on Tuesday, September 7th. Luckily, the driver of the vehicle stopped and was cooperative with police investigators. The girl was airlifted to a nearby hospital and at the time this article was written, there was no update on her condition.

Bicycle accidents in Pennsylvania can occur in suburban neighborhoods, in the city and in rural areas. Because a bicyclist has virtually no protection while riding, oftentimes serious or fatal injury can be sustained should a collision with an automobile occur. According to the NHTSA, 716 bicyclists were killed in traffic related accidents in 2008 with one-seventh of them being between the ages of 5 and 15 years of age.

It is the responsibility of both motorists and bicyclists to be aware of their surroundings and watch out for each other. Not doing so may result in serious injury or death.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident in Pennsylvania, you deserve to know and understand your legal rights. An injury, no matter how small it may seem, can have a large impact on a victim physically, emotionally and financially. The experienced Philadelphia bicycle accident attorneys at Cherry, Fieger & Marciano, LLP understand how difficult an injury accident can be for a family and will utilize their skills and resources to ensure that negligent parties are held accountable. We have handled numerous cases and attained fair compensation for our clients time and time again. To learn more about Cherry, Fieger & Marciano, LLP, call us today at 1(888) 684-7192.

On September 9, 2010, escalating workplace violence was again in the media spotlight. This latest incident occurred at the Kraft Foods, Inc., facility in northeast Philadelphia. Yvonne Hiller, a 15-year Kraft employee, received a suspension for an altercation with co-workers. Approximately 10 minutes after security escorted her from the plant, she drove her car through the security barrier and reentered the plant with a handgun. She opened fire, killing two co-workers and seriously injuring two others. An hour later, police took her into custody and charged her with two counts of murder, attempted murder and other unnamed charges.

Workplace violence is often at the forefront of the news these days. We live in an atmosphere of daily violence. Nationwide statistics indicate about 20 people a week die at their workplaces (Henderson & Suris, 1996) at the hands of co-workers and handguns are the weapon of choice in over 75 percent in these attacks (Winau & Toscano, 1994). What makes the September 9 attack a rarity is that a female committed the act. According to Dr. Park Dietz, a workplace violence expert, women committed less than 5 percent of acts of workplace violence over the last 30 years. Dietz also says, and research supports, that the potential for female violence is underestimated.

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On August 31, a worker was crushed to death when a forklift collapsed while he was working on a vehicle. This article on NorthJersey.com reported that his coworker injured himself when he tried to help him.

Forklift injuries can be severe or fatal as the trucks are extremely heavy and powerful vehicles. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reported that forklifts strike pedestrians every day, resulting in 100 deaths and over 20,000 injuries annually in the United States.

The NIOSH report also showed that someone in the U.S. is killed in a forklift related accident approximately every 3 days. A total of 94,750 injuries related to forklift accidents are reported annually. Workers crushed by forklifts account for about 16% of all forklift incidents.

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A car crash on August 29 on South 61st Street in Philadelphia, PA left two men dead. An article on Philly.com reported that a man in a black Chevrolet was speeding and drove into oncoming traffic. He hit a man, 38, driving a blue Chevy SUV and both men were killed in the accident.

According to the AAA Foundation, excessive speed was the cause of more than half of fatal crashes from 2003 through 2007.

PennDOT statistics from the past few years show that aggressive driving continues to be the number one killer on PA roads. In addition to speeding, other forms of aggressive driving include: accelerating rapidly; tailgating;
running stop signs or red lights; making frequent lane changes to advance ahead of other traffic; using a cell phone while driving; passing cars using an emergency lane, turning lane or unpaved shoulder; racing other vehicles; braking suddenly or cutting off another vehicle.

In 2007, aggressive driving played a role in 971 fatalities. From 2003-2008 aggressive driving killed 4,640 motorists. In 2007, there were 130,564 crashes on Pennsylvania roads and aggressive driving played a role in 74,887 of those crashes.

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According to this article on yahoo.com, on July 22, two workers were killed and one was injured in an explosion at a zinc smelting pot in Monaca, PA. Another worker was treated at a hospital for minor injuries.

It is unknown what caused the Pennsylvania workplace explosion accident. OSHA previously cited the plant for various violations. Another worker at the plant suffered serious burns in an accident at the plant a few years ago.

Negligence, lack of training, or failure to follow safety procedures may have caused this tragic work accident in PA. Thousands of U.S. workers are killed or seriously injured in accidents at industrial plants and many of these occur when OSHA safety regulations are ignored.

The families of the workers who died are entitled to worker’s compensation benefits through their employer. The law requires every company in Pennsylvania to carry Worker’s Compensation Insurance in the case an employee is injured on the job, becomes ill due to circumstances surrounding their job, or even if death results from their job. However, these benefits may not be enough to cover a family’s loss of income.

They should seek the counsel of a skilled Pennsylvania workplace wrongful death lawyer who can determine if malfunctioning equipment or a defective piece of machinery contributed to these deaths. If a third party was at fault, they may be held liable for the accident. If you or a loved one has sustained an injury arising while working at an industrial plant in Pennsylvania, please call Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano for a free consultation.

On August 27, two motorcyclists died in an accident in Bristol Township, PA. According to this article on Philly.com, there may have also been a mini-van involved who did not stop.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation reported that in 2008, there were 237 motorcycle riders killed. The National Highway Traffic Administration (NTHSA) reported that about 4,000 deaths occur nationally due to motorcycle accidents each year.

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation offers these tips as well as many others on their website to help prevent motorcycle injury and fatality accidents:

• Have working headlights.


• Use reflective strips/decals.


• Be aware of blind spots.


• Flash your brake light when slowing down and before stopping.


• Use your horn when necessary.


• Wear a light-colored helmet and eye protection.


• Wear bright, protective clothing.

The Pennsylvania motorcycle crash lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano understand the severity of Philadelphia motorcycle accidents and their life-changing effects. We understand the law inside and out, and have a track record of success, with positive verdicts and settlements for our many personal injury clients. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, we offer a free and confidential case consultation to help you further understand your legal rights and options.

According to this report, two trucks were involved in a Pennsylvania accident that killed a Chicago woman. After one of them rear-ended the car that the woman was riding in on Interstate 90, she was thrown from the car and then struck by a second truck. Neither one of the trucks stopped after she was hit.

It wasn’t determined if the woman was killed when she landed on the highway or when the second truck hit her. The article reported that the driver of the second truck might not have known he hit someone.

According to the PA Department of Transportation, the vast majority of heavy truck crashes involve vehicle failures as primary contributing factors in crashes and are related to tires and wheels, brakes, and unsecured or overloaded trailers.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a tractor trailer crash in PA, your physical and emotional injuries are extremely important, and may result in compensation for pain and suffering, loss of future income, and loss of current income due to inability to perform job duties.

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According to this article on thedailyreview.com, a rig worker was injured on July 26 at the Chesapeake Energy Corp. in Leroy Township, PA.

The injury happened during a drilling operation at the site. Although the injury was not life threatening, the worker had to be taken by emergency helicopter to a hospital.

Working at a natural gas rig is a dangerous job. According to the CDC, increases in oil and gas extraction activity were correlated with an increase in the rate of fatal occupational injuries in this industry, with an annual fatality rate of 30.5 per 100,000 workers (404 fatalities) during 2003--2006, approximately seven times the rate for all workers (4.0 per 100,000 workers). Researchers and public health officials should collaborate with industry groups to establish engineering and process controls that remove workers from potentially dangerous machinery while drilling and servicing oil and gas wells.

The worker who suffered from the PA workplace accident would be well advised to contact an experienced workers’ compensation attorney who can carefully examine the incident to identify any negligence or wrongdoing. If it is determined that a contractor, a sub-contractor, or even the manufacturer of a defective product was responsible for the accident and any injuries, then they could be held liable.

Any worker who has sustained an injury arising out of and in the course of their employment has a potential workers’ compensation claim. The dedicated Pennsylvania workers’ comp lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano will do everything possible to get the monetary compensation that is owed to you to help pay medical bills, physical therapy, loss of work and more.

According to this article, a 27-year old former teacher in Bridgewater, NJ, pleaded guilty to five counts of assault by auto. On August 18, 2009 she was driving under the influence and caused a crash in Hillsborough, NJ. It seriously injured two adults and three children.

After last summer’s accident, the woman was arrested for drunken driving two more times.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drinking and driving remains a top safety issue in Pennsylvania. In 2007, there were 12,752 alcohol-related crashes and 534 fatalities caused by alcohol-related traffic accidents.

Statistics showed 90% of the alcohol-related occupant deaths (drivers and passengers) were in the vehicle driven by the drinking driver; 75% were the drinking drivers themselves. On an average each day, 1.5 persons were killed in alcohol-related traffic crashes.

Anyone involved in an alcohol-related auto accident would be well advised to contact an experienced Philadelphia liquor liability attorney.

Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano, LLP have the experience and knowledge that are necessary to represent clients involved in even the most complex car accident cases. When preparing your case, our skilled team of attorneys will review all relevant facts to assist in determining which party was at fault and who should assume responsibilities. Some factors that may be of importance during this process may include road conditions, weather conditions, the condition of the vehicles involved (i.e. faulty or defective auto parts), and whether or not alcohol or drugs were involved. Contact Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano, LLP today for a free consultation and to learn more about your legal options.