Posts by Timothy L. Salvatore
Head-on Collision Accidents in Pennsylvania: Causes, Injuries, and Your Legal Rights
Head-on collisions are often severe, leaving victims with serious and catastrophic injuries. If the accident was not your fault, the negligent driver who caused it should pay for your medical expenses and other damages. You deserve financial resources to help you heal, and you should not have to pay for someone else’s mistakes. KBG Injury…
Read MoreHow Structured Settlements Work & When They’re Better than Lump-sum Payouts
A successful personal injury claim may result in compensation paid either as a structured settlement or a lump-sum payout. Each option has its pros and cons, but one may be a better choice for you, depending on your individual circumstances. Learning more about structured settlements vs. lump-sum payouts can help you evaluate your options. Speaking…
Read MoreWhen the Insurance Company Denies Treatment: Your Options & Next Steps
Many people are forced to deal with insurance denials, even when there appears to be no legitimate reason. Understanding why your insurance company might deny coverage, and speaking with an experienced personal injury lawyer, can make it easier for you to review your options and determine next steps. Why would your insurance company deny treatment?…
Read MoreLeft-Turn Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
Left-turn car accidents are some of the most dangerous types of collisions, and unfortunately, they’re fairly common. Making a left turn can be challenging when you’re blocked by a larger vehicle, dealing with inclement weather, or just worried about making it through before the light changes. That’s why it’s important to understand how Pennsylvania law…
Read MoreThe Importance of Using Seat Belts: Can It Impact Your Pennsylvania Accident Claim?
You were on your way to work, to run an errand, or to pick up your child – and then the crash happened. Your airbag went off, your heart was pounding, and you suddenly realized that you weren’t wearing your seat belt. Whether you skipped it because it was a short drive, never wore your…
Read MoreHow Weather Conditions Impact Truck Accident Injury Severity
Bad weather is enough to make any driver slow down, focus, and take extra care during turns and lane changes. But for truck drivers, bad weather is even more dangerous. An 80,000-pound tractor-trailer can already cause severe injuries; when there’s inclement weather, the risks skyrocket. If you or someone you love has been injured in…
Read MoreAddressing the Client’s Emotional Toll in a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Most of the time when attorneys talk about the emotional aspects of a personal injury claim, they focus on how emotional conditions like mental anguish or post-traumatic stress disorder factor into settlement calculations or judgment awards. What can get lost, however, are the emotions you experience when you are working with your personal injury lawyer,…
Read MoreWhy Zipper Merges Are Risky For Pennsylvania Drivers
According to data released by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, 13 reportable traffic crashes occurred every hour in the state in 2024. With 1 in 54 Pennsylvanians falling victim to traffic collisions on local roadways, it’s no surprise the Commonwealth has continued to take steps to enhance safety and reduce the incidence of preventable crashes. One…
Read MoreWhy T-Bone Accidents Are So Dangerous
T-bone accidents—also known as broadside or angle collisions—are among the most common types of serious crashes, accounting for nearly 24% of all U.S. collisions in 2020, according to national data. Not only are these accidents exceptionally common, they can also be incredibly dangerous. Because T-bone collisions often involve one vehicle striking the vulnerable side or…
Read MoreWhat Is Paul Miller’s Law?
Paul Miller’s Law is a new law in Pennsylvania that prohibits drivers from holding cellphones or other electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle. The law is named after Paul Miller, a 21-year-old who was killed in a car accident in 2010 by a distracted tractor-trailer driver. Paul Miller’s Law went into effect on June…
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