2023-11-27 13:35
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The Wieand Law Firm in Philadelphia represents the people who have been seriously hurt due to someone else’s mistake. We give strong legal representation to individuals affected by various cases. Our team of Philadelphia personal injury lawyers is known for providing the best customer service in Pennsylvania. We will carefully investigate all aspects of your claim. We handle many personal injury cases from, car accidents, defective products, nursing home abuse, medical malpractice and premises liability claims. The amazing part about our firm is we know how traumatic a life-changing personal injury could be and will fight to get the full compensation you deserve.
The founder of the Wieand Law Firm, Brent Wieand, has been selected for various awards like the Super Lawyers “Rising Star†from 2013 through 2017. His number one goal is to provide affordable and compassionate representation to the people of Philadelphia who have been wrongfully injured.
If you or a loved one has been affected by personal injury please give us a call at 215-666-7777 to schedule a free consultation. Please, do not hesitate to call for help, we are here to fight for you.
2023-09-28 13:17
Anyone can be vulnerable to slip and fall accidents, and they can happen just about anywhere. They are a leading cause of injuries, often resulting in fractures, sprains, and even more sever… Read More
2023-08-22 17:07
When we seek medical attention, we place a great deal of trust in healthcare professionals to provide us with the care and treatment we need. Unfortunately, there are instances where this tr… Read More
2023-08-13 17:01
Experiencing an injury, whether from an accident, fall, or other incident, can be an unsettling experience. Alongside the physical pain, you might feel overwhelmed with medical bills, insura… Read More
2023-08-09 03:58
Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere and at any time, often leading to serious injuries that can impact every aspect of a person’s life. If you’ve been injured in such an… Read More
2023-07-13 09:52
Car Accident Lawyer
Car accidents are unexpected and potentially life-altering events. Even the most cautious drivers can find themselves facing the aftermath of a collision. In the chaos th… Read More
2023-06-11 02:06
Personal Injury
When we are “under the weather” or injured, we see doctors and because they invest so much time in school, we believe almost anything they tell us when regarding… Read More
2023-06-08 21:19
As a dedicated Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyer, I work every day with clients who have suffered harm from negligent hospitals and medical providers. Today, I want to shed light on th… Read More
2023-06-06 16:17
Medical malpractice is a complex area of law that involves the negligence of healthcare providers, leading to patient harm. When pursuing a medical malpractice claim, it’s essential to… Read More
2023-05-11 19:32
Pit bull attacks have been a subject of heated debate and media scrutiny for years. As a dog bite injury lawyer, I have witnessed firsthand the devastating consequences that can arise from t… Read More
2023-05-11 16:01
Nursing homes are subject to regulation by both state and federal agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of their residents. These regulations are in place to set standards of care, es… Read More
2023-05-09 15:31
Bicycling is an increasingly popular mode of transportation and recreation in Philadelphia. Unfortunately, accidents involving bike vs car can lead to severe injuries and even fatalities. Wh… Read More
2023-05-08 15:58
Motorcycle accidents can be devastating, resulting in severe injuries, property damage, and emotional distress. In the aftermath of such an incident, it is crucial to protect your rights and… Read More
2023-04-28 14:39
Car accidents are a traumatic experience for anyone involved, and they can result in significant financial burdens as well. Medical bills, car repairs, and lost wages can quickly add up and… Read More
2023-04-27 17:55
Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spinal canal narrows, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. This can cause a range of symptoms, including pain, weakness, and numbness i… Read More
2023-04-26 18:39
Pressure ulcers, also known as bedsores or pressure sores, are a serious medical condition that can occur when a person is confined to a bed or wheelchair for an extended period. Unfortunate… Read More
2023-04-25 20:53
Sexual abuse and assault are growing problems in nursing homes across the United States, and Pennsylvania is no exception. In recent years, there have been several reports of sexual offender… Read More
2023-04-24 18:15
Wrongful death is a tragedy that occurs when someone dies because of someone else’s negligence or intentional actions. While accidents happen, certain accidents can lead to wrongful de… Read More
2023-04-21 15:59
Surgery is a critical aspect of healthcare and can save many lives. However, surgical errors are not uncommon and can result in serious injuries or even death. According to a study published… Read More
2023-04-18 19:20
When a loved one needs nursing home care, families often find themselves scrambling to select a facility. Selecting the right nursing home for a loved one can be an arduous task, and a nursi… Read More
2023-04-17 15:59
Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have been hurt in an accident caused by another party, you may be eligible to receive compensation. However, if you have a pre-existing condition, you might wor… Read More
2023-04-13 18:41
In Philadelphia, business owners are responsible for maintaining the sidewalks outside of their property. According to Philadelphia Code, property owners, including business owners, are resp… Read More
2023-04-13 17:29
According to the New Jersey Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, incidents of resident-on-resident assaults at nursing homes continue to rise. According to Brent Wieand, a Philadelp… Read More
2023-04-06 21:02
A wrongful death lawsuit is a legal action taken by the family or loved ones of an individual who has died due to the negligent or intentional actions of another person or entity. A Philade… Read More
2023-04-06 15:41
Health care providers are required to provide patients with the information they need to make an informed decision about their health care and to obtain permission before proceeding with med… Read More
2023-04-05 18:37
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) may be weeks away from announcing staffing mandates for the nursing home industry as part of its multi-point reform plan announced in Feb… Read More
2023-04-04 16:12
Lane splitting is a riding technique used by some motorcyclists to navigate through slow or stopped traffic by riding between lanes of cars or other vehicles. This means the motorcyclist is… Read More
2023-03-31 19:22
If you have been involved in a truck accident, there are certain mistakes that you should avoid making to protect your legal rights and ensure that you receive fair compensation for any inju… Read More
2023-03-31 16:48
Accident reconstruction is a powerful tool that a Philadelphia Truck Accident Lawyer at the Wieand Law Firm may use to support your claim following a serious truck accident. Out team of Phil… Read More
2023-03-29 16:58
Real-time data supporting nursing home staffing deficits are bolstering nursing home negligence claims, according to a panel discussion held this month at an American Health Law Association… Read More
2023-03-23 19:46
Philadelphia slip and fall lawyers at the Wieand Law Firm represent individuals who have suffered a spinal cord injury due to someone else’s negligence. Spinal cord injuries are common… Read More
2023-03-22 18:33
Car accidents can happen unexpectedly, and they can cause significant physical and emotional harm to the people involved. If you have been involved in a car accident, you may need the servic… Read More
2023-03-21 13:07
Abuse against elderly people with disabilities is a growing problem. Recent studies have found that elder abuse may affect as much as 10% of the older adult population. Those with certain di… Read More
2023-03-16 20:14
NJ Nursing Home Abuse
Abuse against elderly people with disabilities is a growing problem. Recent studies have found that elder abuse may affect as much as 10% of the older adult population… Read More
2023-02-27 23:06
Personal Injury Lawyer
Recreational boating accidents happen more often than many people realize. The U.S. Coast Guard reports more than 4,000 boat accidents each year, resulting in about 60… Read More
2023-02-22 01:50
Personal Injury
When you’re injured in an accident, you may be tempted to handle things on your own. A person who has been injured by someone else’s negligence may be entitled to… Read More
2023-02-21 01:51
Personal Injury
If you’ve recently been hurt as a result of another’s negligence, recklessness, or intentionally dangerous conduct you may – very wisely – suspect tha… Read More
2023-02-16 03:34
Truck Accident Lawyer
It is not a secret that large commercial trucks are inherently unsafe. Their weight, sheer size, and imprecise capacity to maneuver in an instant means that they are no… Read More
2023-02-10 22:00
Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have been hurt in an accident because of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. However, in order to receive fair compensation, y… Read More
2023-02-10 19:12
Family Lawyer
If you and your spouse have mutually reached that point in your marriage where you find it’s in both of your best interests to separate, it goes without saying that you w… Read More
2023-01-06 19:30
Nursing homes have a legal obligation to keep residents safe and prevent accidents. Nursing homes are charged to care for residents who have physical and cognitive needs. Many residents requ… Read More
2023-01-03 19:24
A car versus guardrail crash over the weekend resulted in injury after the guardrail impaled the vehicle. The accident happened when the guardrail separated and then impaled the car between… Read More
2022-12-22 23:58
Following a collision, soreness in the neck, back, and other body parts can cause significant discomfort and an inability to perform daily tasks. Lower back pain after car accident compensat… Read More
2022-12-15 21:44
If you or a loved one has been a victim of a dog bite attack, it’s important to understand how dog bite laws in PA will affect your ability to seek maximum compensation for your injuri… Read More
2022-12-14 19:27
Pain after a car accident can range from mild to severe, depending on the severity of injuries sustained. While some accident victims suffer only mild soreness, others may have devastating… Read More
2022-12-13 20:02
Personal Injury Lawyer
Every year, thousands of pedestrians are injured in traffic accidents. Many of these injuries are serious and can lead to long-term health problems. In some cases, ped… Read More
2022-12-13 19:40
Suing a hospital for medical negligence is something most of us have never considered. In fact, physicians and nurses are some of the most highly regarded professions in America. We trust th… Read More
2022-12-11 22:39
A merger occurs when two different corporations come together to form an entirely new company. In theory, a merger is different from an acquisition, in which one company buys the other one a… Read More
2022-12-02 19:01
Philadelphia nursing home neglect lawyers warn the public regarding reports of severe understaffing throughout the nursing home industry. A December 1, 2022, article published by USA Today r… Read More
2022-11-30 19:46
Nursing home negligence lawyers are watching a new lawsuit filed by New York Attorney General Letitia James against a New York nursing home alleging fraud and neglect. According to the Offic… Read More
2022-11-29 04:08
While some oral contracts are enforceable under the law, others are not. Many states have statute of fraud laws that govern whether a contract must be in writing in order to be enforceable… Read More
2022-11-20 20:57
Employment Litigation Lawyer
It can be challenging to determine whether you or another person at your job may be a victim of sexual harassment. The signs of workplace harassment may not be d… Read More
2022-11-17 18:57
Nursing home neglect lawyers near me are monitoring the alarming rate of elder abuse in Pennsylvania. According to the Older Adult Protective Services Annual report from 2020-2021, caretaker… Read More
2022-11-16 17:33
The New Jersey Supreme Court will hear a case to determine an employer’s liability for an injury that was the fault of an employee of an affiliated company. Philadelphia workers compen… Read More
2022-11-15 17:28
A Wisconsin nurse has been charged with felony elder abuse after allegedly amputating a nursing home resident’s foot, according to Philadelphia nursing home abuse lawyers. Mary K. Brow… Read More
2022-11-12 20:23
Probate Lawyer
If you are someone that is involved in settling another’s else’s estate, then one of the first questions you may be asking yourself is what exactly is probate? Wel… Read More
2022-11-09 19:54
Oral arguments before the Supreme Court began on Tuesday in Health and Hospital Corp. v Talevski. According to PA nursing home lawyers, this case seeks to determine whether there is a privat… Read More
2022-11-04 19:58
According to PA nursing home lawyers, Pennsylvania’s long history of substandard nursing home care has often been blamed on for-profit facilities that consistently place profits ahead… Read More
2022-10-31 20:33
A workers compensation lawyer Philadelphia PA turns to for high dollar claims outlines a recent case that sets precedent regarding litigation expenses for workers compensation claims. In Law… Read More
2022-10-24 19:08
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced last Friday that it’s bolstering scrutiny for chronically under-performing nursing homes through revisions of its Special… Read More
2022-10-18 18:18
Manufacturers promise that autonomous vehicles (AV) will pave the way for a future of safer and easier transportation. However, autonomous vehicle accident lawyers recognize concerns with th… Read More
2022-10-06 17:44
A workers compensation lawyer Philadelphia PA relies on for high value cases obtained a substantial verdict for a welder injured at a construction accident. This case presented challenges re… Read More
2022-10-05 17:25
Nursing home neglect lawyers Philadelphia trusts are encouraged by the Supreme Court’s decision this week to refuse to hear arguments in a case that sought to allow nursing homes to r… Read More
2022-10-03 18:42
A site collapse at a Pennsylvania construction site in late August resulted in the death of a 30-year old man. According to a construction accident lawyer Philadelphia trusts, the man’… Read More
2022-09-30 20:49
A school bullying lawyer has filed a lawsuit against the Hanover Area School District for an alleged physical attack against a student that resulted in a serious head injury. The plaintiff i… Read More
2022-09-29 18:25
According to Philadelphia nursing home understaffing lawyers, residents of six Chicago nursing homes filed a class action lawsuit alleging damages from intentional understaffing. The complai… Read More
2022-09-28 19:21
Accidents can happen, regardless of how careful of a driver you may be. Below is some straightforward insight that each and every car accident victim should take. Car accidents have the pote… Read More
2022-09-26 16:19
The delayed diagnosis of a spinal cord lesion has resulted a $19.7 million verdict for a Pennsylvania woman, according to Philadelphia delayed diagnosis lawyers. The Philadelphia jury render… Read More
2022-09-24 17:10
Probate Lawyer
Although a living will and a trust may appear to be similar, in fact, they are quite different from one another. If you or a loved one are needing assistance with establishing… Read More
2022-09-22 16:29
The Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis released insight on the grim conditions within for-profit nursing home chains during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Philad… Read More
2022-09-21 23:18
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 84% of pregnancy-related deaths in the United States are preventable. A new report analyzed data from the Maternal Mortalit… Read More
2022-09-19 20:42
Philadelphia child injury lawyers understand that parents often have questions regarding liability waivers for children’s activities. Many recreational activities for children, such as… Read More
2022-09-16 13:16
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the majority of birth injuries can be avoided by identifying risks, taking preventative measures to reduce complications, providing the appro… Read More
2022-09-14 20:47
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (SFPB) spoke out last week in a field hearing to warning nursing homes to cease financial exploitation during the admissions process. A Philadelphia… Read More
2022-09-12 17:53
Glenhaven Healthcare, a nursing home operator based in California, has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to determine whether a COVID-19 liability case covered under the PREP Act should be decide… Read More
2022-09-09 20:37
Philadelphia mass tort lawyers anticipate that litigation surrounding forever chemicals will intensify as PFAs and other toxic chemicals circulate in the water system. In 2021, over 1,000 PF… Read More
2022-09-08 02:03
$18 million dollars was awarded to Kerri Downes, age 26, who was the victim of medical malpractice when a certified nurse practitioner misdiagnosed the lump in her breast. The misdiagnosis h… Read More
2022-09-08 02:00
Common Medical Malpractice Case Questions
The complexities of medical-related cases require a medical malpractice lawyer in Philadelphia PA victims depend on. When a medical professional fai… Read More
2022-09-08 01:57
Work-Related Fatalities Surge In Pennsylvania
Over the past year, work-related deaths rose nearly 30% in central Pennsylvania, prompting calls from the Occupational Health and Safety Adminis… Read More
2022-09-07 19:00
Philadelphia nursing home lawyers have been closely following a trial in Ohio last week that cast a spotlight on nursing home resident rights and caregiver responsibilities. LPN Randi Noel M… Read More
2022-08-31 14:54
A Philadelphia assisted living neglect lawyer details how neglect at a California assisted living facility has left one resident dead and two residents hospitalized after ingesting toxic dis… Read More
2022-08-29 17:41
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently removed the venue restrictions for medical malpractice claims filed within the Commonwealth, according to a Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyer. T… Read More
2022-08-25 20:50
The approaching Fall Term for the U.S. Supreme Court has many people questioning the impact that the court’s conservative majority will have on the pending docket. With public approval… Read More
2022-08-09 19:43
Philadelphia nursing home lawyers are closely monitoring a recent indictment of two Pennsylvania nursing homes accused of health care fraud. On August 5th, 2022, The United States District C… Read More
2022-08-09 15:01
On August 5, 2022, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed bill S-481 into law, raising automobile insurance coverage minimums. According to a New Jersey car accident lawyer, this is the firs… Read More
2022-08-08 19:38
An investigation into the dubious ownership tactics of one of the nation’s largest nursing home chains, Consulate Health Care, has heated up the pressure to bring greater transparency… Read More
2022-08-05 16:32
product liability lawyerA DeWalt miter saw recall was announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on August 4th after 9 reports of lacerations and other injuries. Nearly 1.4 m… Read More
2022-08-04 18:02
Older adults who enter a nursing home for skilled nursing and rehabilitation often have a goal to gain back the strength and independence they had prior to their health event. Unfortunately… Read More
2022-08-03 18:47
Admitting a loved one to a nursing home often occurs in a flurry of activity. Whether the transition follows an unexpected hospitalization or involves a delicate transfer from home, it a… Read More
2022-07-21 17:59
SEPTA Accident Lawyer Philadelphia PAAny Philadelphia commuter is familiar with the red, white, and blue frame of a speeding SETPA bus. A SEPTA Accident Lawyer Philadelphia PA trusts to liti… Read More
2022-07-20 14:38
This month the Pennsylvania Superior Court upheld a lower state court’s ruling that an arbitration agreement used by Highland Park Care Center was unenforceable, according to a Philad… Read More
2022-06-23 20:10
Philadelphia established “Vision Zero,” a Pedestrian safety action plan in May 2021 according to a Philadelphia pedestrian accident injury lawyer. Walking in Philadelphia ca… Read More
2022-06-21 19:03
A workers compensation lawyer Philadelphia PA trusts to litigate high value claims is frequently asked about rights and responsibilities during a workers compensation claim in Pennsylvania… Read More
2022-06-21 15:31
Safety hazards in the workplace are often the result of lax safety practices, according to workers’ compensation lawyer Philadelphia PA trusts to litigate workplace injury cases. The O… Read More
2022-06-20 22:59
The Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers at the Wieand Law Firm are frequently asked to explain the difference between a medical error and medical malpractice. Many times, an injury suff… Read More
2022-06-20 18:34
According to a Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyer, the Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee is considering an amendment that would provide PA legislature the authority to create statu… Read More
2022-06-17 19:39
According to a car accident lawyer Philadelphia trusts to litigate high value cases, pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to injury during a car accident. Car accidents are the single… Read More
2022-06-16 20:10
President Biden has issued an executive order providing protections for LGBTQ+ nursing home residents, according to a PA nursing home law firm. On June 15, 2022, the president directed the U… Read More
2022-06-15 23:52
A trip and fall lawyer Philadelphia trusts to litigate high-value claims shares the information that accident victims need to know when filing a lawsuit after a fall. Each year, thousands of… Read More
2022-06-15 23:47
Trip and Fall Accidents that result in serious injury may require the experience of a trip and fall lawyer Philadelphia counts on to litigate personal injury claims. Trip and fall accidents… Read More
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