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On the page below you can find links to documents, reports, publications and discussions provided by Steven F. Reilly, PC.

The documents below are available to the public so that they can gain a better understanding of the legal challenges facing them, and why an experienced attorney is so important for success.

Medical Malpractice

Pennsylvania Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Pennsylvania Wrongful Death/Survival Lawsuit
PENNSYLVANIA PEER REVIEW PROTECTION ACT: PROBLEM OR SOLUTION IN MALPRACTICE LITIGATION
Steven F. Reilly explains the Peer Review Protection Act
Selecting a Jury in a Philadelphia Medical Malpractice Case
If you or a friend or relative would like to discuss a potential medical malpractice claim please contact Steven F. Reilly at 610-272-7075 or sreilly@reillylawpc.com.
What is the Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Suits in Pennsylvania?
Each state has a different and unique set of laws regarding the statute of limitations for bringing forth medical malpractice suits. Here, we outline the laws in Pennsylvania.
What Is Considered A Failure To Diagnose?
Although most are familiar with what a misdiagnosis is and how dangerous they can be to patients, fewer people understand what a failure to diagnose medical malpractice case is and how it can be harmful and even deadly.
Erb’s Palsy And Medical Malpractice
Learn the causes and symptoms of Erb's palsy, a condition resulting from difficult births that leave infants with sometimes permanent nerve damage in their shoulders and arms. Although many know about cerebral palsy, this lesser-known condition is often the cause of human error in the delivery room.
Pennsylvania Cerebral Palsy Medical Malpractice Case Evaluations
A summary of how to evaluate a cerebral palsy medical malpractice case. Get a free case review of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Cerebral Palsy Medical Malpractice Case with Steven Reilly.

Car Accident

UNDERINSURED AND UNINSURED CAR ACCIDENT CLAIMS
UNDERINSURED CLAIMS IN PENNSYLVANIA, UNINSURED CLAIMS IN PENNSYLVANIA
Pennsylvania Car Accident Safety Tips: Taking Precautions And Saving Lives
According to the 2006 Pennsylvania Crash Facts and Statistics Report, there were almost 130,000 reported car accidents last year, causing 96,000 injuries and 1,525 deaths. All in all, people have a one in eight chance of getting into car crash each year. What are we to do about these frightening statistics? We certainly can't just give up driving and stay home - we need to get to our jobs, buy groceries, and see loved ones. Luckily, although we can't entirely prevent all car and truck collisions, we can greatly reduce your risk of being involved in an accident with a few safety tips.
Seat Belt Safety Tips To Reduce Car Accident Injuries
Did you know that seat belts could save 9,500 lives and prevent 132,000 injuries a year? Although seatbelt use has increased steadily over the last few decades saving countless lives, too many drivers and passengers are still losing their lives simply because they do not buckle up. Specifically, teens and those driving at night are still forgetting or refusing to wear their seat belts, leading to higher fatality and injury rates.
What Steps Do You Take Directly After A Car Accident?
Even if you are only involved in a fender bender, car crashes can be overwhelming, emotional, stressful, and anxiety inducing. It is easy to forget to know what to do, to miss important pieces of information, or to want to leave the scene before you have done everything in your power to make the insurance process easier. We've put together a short step-by step guide to the handful of important steps to take if you do find yourself at she scene of an accident.

Defective Products

What Should You Do If You Are Injured By A Defective Product?
Each day, dozens of people around the country are injured by a defective consumer product in their home. In the event of this tragedy, what should you after such an accident occurs, both to protect your rights and to prevent such accidents from happening again?
Nursery Safety Tips -- September is Baby Safety Month
We try hard to protect our babies and toddlers from dangers outside of the home. However, some nursery products and baby toys can be just as harmful. This article gives you tips on what nursery items you might want to rethink before welcoming a new baby into your house.
New Study Shows Unstable TV, Furniture, and Appliances Can Be Unseen Dangers in the Home
What are "tip-over injuries," and how can we protect our children from them? Although when we think of defective product, we often think of hair dryers that cause fires or toys that contain choking hazards, products that can injure our families may look completely harmless.

Slip and Fall/Premises Liability

Was Carelessness A Factor In Your Pennsylvania Slip And Fall?
Sometimes it is easy to blame yourself for a slip and fall. But in many cases, your accident may be someone else's fault. Do you know the questions to ask yourself when you are trying to determine if carelessness was a factor in your trip and fall incident?
Who Is At Fault For My Slip And Fall Injury?
When you suffer a serious slip and fall, it is sometimes a complex process to determine who was at fault - you, the property owner, or someone else. We've outlined a few questions and generalities that you can consider when determining whether or not you would like to pursue your slip and fall case.
Pennsylvania Elderly Slip and Fall Prevent Tips
As we age, we become more likely to injure ourselves in a slip and fall accident. Do you know how to prevent you or your loved ones from a trip and fall injury?