The case of Barrick v. Holy Spirit Hosp. of the Sisters of Christian Charity, 91 A.3d 680 (Pa. 2014), threw a wrench into the usual course of business for attorneys when dealing with experts. In Barrick, the defendant served a subpoena on the plaintiff’s treating orthopedic surgeon seeking to obtain the surgeon’s… read more →
The Pennsylvania Superior Court protected consumers in a memorandum opinion issued Friday, August 22, 2014, invalidating an underinsured motorist rejection form. The insured, Bricker, filed suit against her insurer, State Farm, arguing that the rejection form she signed did not comply with the statutory requirements of Section 1731 of the Pennsylvania… read more →
The ride-sharing debate continues in Pennsylvania, with the Public Utilities Commission squarely in the middle. The PUC regulates taxi and other livery services in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. A a bill (the Ridesharing Arrangement Acts) is currently pending in the legislature to permit ride-sharing groups to operate in Pennsylvania without… read more →
Summer is in full swing and 4th of July weekend is right around the corner. Your summer may have already been filled with parties, picnics, bonfires, and other get togethers, or you may just be kicking off your outdoor season this weekend. Either way, when you are the host, it is important… read more →
The majority of motorcycle riders view their motorcycle as a recreational vehicle rather than as their primary source of conveyance. Most riders use their bikes in addition to a car, truck, or other passenger vehicle that serves as their primary vehicle. Motorcycle use in Pennsylvania is generally limited to 6-7 months out… read more →
On June 30, 2014, the Pennsylvania Superior Court again upheld the “regular use exclusion” in Pennsylvania automobile insurance policies. Jack Catania, Jr. was injured on August 15, 2009. He was driving a delivery truck for work when he swerved to avoid another vehicle, lost control, and was involved in a… read more →
Pennsylvania and New Jersey are the only two states in the country that offer auto insurance policies based on a “tort” election. Consumers can choose to purchase either “full tort” or “limited tort” coverage. 75 Pa.C.S. sec 1705. Limited tort coverage is sold at a lesser premium than full tort coverage… read more →