Given the size and weight differences between an 18-wheeler and a passenger vehicle, it’s not surprising that these types of accidents are typically much more severe than those involving two passenger vehicles. Accidents with these large trucks usually result in … Read More
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What Types of Soft Tissue Injuries Are Common in Pennsylvania Auto Accidents?
Don’t overlook minor injuries when you are involved in a car accident. These seemingly minor injuries are easy to dismiss following an accident. You are running on adrenaline and possibly still in shock in the minutes that follow. Since it … Read More
Recovering Damages If You Weren’t Wearing A Seatbelt
While you have the right to make a decision regarding whether or not you want to wear a seat belt in your vehicle, it is important to know that legally, seat belts are required in the state of Pennsylvania. If … Read More
Determining Fault in a Turnpike Pileup
In 2018 alone there were 17,000 multiple-vehicle accidents reported that led to fatalities. While any type of car accident can lead to serious injury or death, turnpike pileups involving multiple cars often cause catastrophic damage in terms of property and … Read More
Personal Injury Cases and COVID-19
If you were in an accident of any kind due to someone else’s negligence, you may now face medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages due to your inability to work, as well as property damage. Perhaps you were bitten … Read More
Protecting Yourself Against Road Rage
Unfortunately, when people get frustrated about their life situation or circumstances, they may take it out on other drivers on the roadways. This is commonly known as road rage, and occurs when aggressive drivers place the lives of themselves and … Read More
Neil O’Donnell Completes live testimony in Harrisburg before the PA State Senate Judiciary Committee
Neil O’Donnell just completed live testimony on 9/8 in Harrisburg before the PA State Senate Judiciary Committee on the State Venue Court Rule, and advocating a return to the Fair Venue State Rule.
Most Dangerous Types of Car Accidents
While the federal government issues standards regarding required safety devices on vehicles, catastrophic accidents can still happen that result in serious injuries or fatalities. Every car accident will have its own set of unique facts and circumstances; however, there are … Read More
Coronavirus Causation Conundrum: Proving COVID-19 Exposure in the Workplace
Coronavirus cases continue to rise in the United States, including in Pennsylvania. Nevertheless, more and more people are returning to work every day as schools, business, and other public spaces reopen. Given this reality, the risk of an employee being … Read More
Super Lawyers has chosen Michael A. O’Donnell for inclusion in the Pennsylvania Rising Star Lawyer list for 2020
Super Lawyers has chosen Michael A. O’Donnell for inclusion in the Pennsylvania Rising Star Lawyer list for 2020. This is the 4th year Attorney O’Donnell has been recognized with this prestigious designation. Learn More >>