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Snow and Ice Slip and Fall Accidents | HKQ Law
← All Articles Snow and Ice Slip and Fall Accidents HKQ Attorneys Nov 28, 2025 Who Is Responsible for Snow and Ice Slip and Falls in Pennsylvania Winter weather in Pennsylvania can create dangerous conditions for pedestrians. Snow and ice accumulation on sidewalks, parking lots, and entryways can lead to serious slip and fall accidents. Slip and fall injuries caused by snow and ice can lead to broken hips, wrist fractures, head injuries, and long-term mobility issues. Property owners and business operators generally have a duty to take reasonable steps to keep their premises safe. This…
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Side Impact Collisions in Pennsylvania | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn | HKQ Law
← All Articles Side Impact Collisions in Pennsylvania | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Attorneys Aug 19, 2026 Learn why side impact crashes can cause serious injuries and what evidence may help determine fault in Pennsylvania. Side Impact Crashes Can Cause Serious Injuries Side impact collisions, sometimes called T-bone crashes, often happen at intersections, parking lot exits, and driveways. These crashes can be especially dangerous because the side of a vehicle often offers less protection than the front or rear. The force of impact may be directed toward the driver or…
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How Dash Cameras Can Help After a Car Accident | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn | HKQ Law
Learn how dash camera video may help prove fault after a car accident in Pennsylvania. ← All Articles How Dash Cameras Can Help After a Car Accident | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Attorneys Aug 24, 2026 Learn how dash camera video may help prove fault after a car accident in Pennsylvania. Dash Camera Video Can Help Show What Really Happened Dash cameras can provide valuable evidence after a car accident, especially when drivers disagree about how the crash happened. The video may capture traffic signals, lane positions, sudden stops, unsafe turns, speeding behavior, or a…
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Surgical Errors in Pennsylvania | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn | HKQ Law
← All Articles Surgical Errors in Pennsylvania | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Attorneys Jun 1, 2026 Learn how surgical error cases are evaluated and what must be proven under Pennsylvania law. Surgical error cases depend heavily on whether the providers and staff involved in the surgery and/or post-operative care deviated from accepted medical standards of care. Not every poor outcome qualifies as negligence. Surgical teams operate in high-pressure environments where communication breakdowns between staff may occur, causing preventable errors. Retained surgical instruments…
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Multi-Vehicle Accidents in Pennsylvania | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn | HKQ Law
← All Articles Multi-Vehicle Accidents in Pennsylvania | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Attorneys May 13, 2026 Learn how fault is determined in multi-vehicle accidents and why liability is often more complex than it appears. Multi-vehicle accidents are rarely as simple as “one driver caused everything.” In Pennsylvania, liability is often divided across multiple parties based on comparative negligence. One of the most misunderstood aspects of these crashes is that the first impact is not always the legally responsible trigger. A later driver speeding or following too closely…
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Swimming Pool Accidents and Property Owner Responsibility | Hourigan Law← All Articles Swimming Pool Accidents and Property Owner Responsibility | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Attorneys Oct 12, 2026 Learn how swimming pool accidents happen and when property owners may be responsible for unsafe pool conditions in Pennsylvania. Swimming Pool Accidents Can Happen Quickly Swimming pools can be fun, but they can also become dangerous when property owners fail to maintain safe conditions. Pool accidents may involve slips and falls, diving injuries, lack of supervision, defective gates, unsafe drains, broken ladders, poor lighting, missing warning…
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Slip and Fall Cases in Pennsylvania | Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn | HKQ Law
← All Articles Slip and Fall Cases in Pennsylvania | Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Attorneys May 8, 2026 Slip and Fall Cases in Pennsylvania Are Often About Timing, Not Just Conditions Slip and fall cases are frequently misunderstood because people assume “wet floor/ice = automatic liability,” but Pennsylvania law is more specific. Key legal questions include whether the property owner either created the hazard or had actual or constructive notice of its existence. The answer to whether a property owner should have known of the hazard often depends on how long it existed.…
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When a Surgical Error Becomes Medical Malpractice | HKQ Law
← All Articles When a Surgical Error Becomes Medical Malpractice HKQ Attorneys Dec 12, 2025 Who is Responsible for Surgical Error in Pennsylvania Surgical procedures carry inherent risks, but some injuries happen from mistakes that could have been prevented. In Pennsylvania, a surgical error may rise to the level of medical malpractice when that error is the result of negligence rather than an unavoidable complication. Surgical errors can lead to serious consequences such as infection, organ damage, paralysis, or the need for additional corrective surgery. In some cases, these errors can be…
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Motorcycle Accidents in Pennsylvania | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn | HKQ Law
← All Articles Motorcycle Accidents in Pennsylvania | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Attorneys May 25, 2026 Learn how motorcycle accident claims work in Pennsylvania and why visibility and driver perception are key factors in liability. Motorcycle accident cases often involve a legal issue that is rarely discussed: visibility bias. Drivers frequently claim they “never saw the motorcycle,” and insurance companies analyze whether that statement is plausible based on lighting, road position, and traffic flow. However, Pennsylvania law does not excuse failure to observe what was…
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Why Black Box Data Can Be Critical After a Truck Crash | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn | HKQ Law
← All Articles Why Black Box Data Can Be Critical After a Truck Crash | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Attorneys Sep 18, 2026 Learn what truck black box data may show after a commercial vehicle crash and why it should be preserved quickly. Truck Data Can Help Reconstruct What Happened Before Impact Many commercial trucks contain electronic systems that may record important information before and during a crash. This information is often called black box data, although the exact type of data available depends on the vehicle and its systems. Truck data may show speed, braking,…
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Can Property Owners Be Responsible for Falling Merchandise? | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn | HKQ Law
← All Articles Can Property Owners Be Responsible for Falling Merchandise? | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Attorneys Oct 9, 2026 Learn when a store or property owner may be responsible for injuries caused by falling merchandise in Pennsylvania. Falling Merchandise Can Cause Serious Injuries Stores, warehouses, and big-box retailers often stack merchandise on shelves, displays, and overhead storage areas. When items are not properly secured, they can fall and seriously injure customers or workers. Falling merchandise injuries may involve heavy boxes, tools, appliances,…
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Limited Tort vs. Full Tort in Pennsylvania | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn | HKQ Law
← All Articles Limited Tort vs. Full Tort in Pennsylvania | Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Attorneys Aug 12, 2026 Learn the difference between limited tort and full tort car insurance in Pennsylvania and how each may affect an injury claim. Pennsylvania drivers can choose between limited tort and full tort when buying car insurance. That choice can have a major impact after an accident. Full tort generally gives you the right to pursue compensation for pain and suffering after an accident caused by another driver. Limited tort usually costs less in premiums, but it can…