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When a loved one dies in a nursing home and you believe neglect, abuse, or medical errors played a role, your grief is compounded by questions about accountability and what to do next. Pennsylvania law gives surviving family members the right to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit against a nursing home when the facility's abuse or lack of care caused a resident's death. Understanding how that process works is the first step toward getting answers and holding the nursing home accountable. Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, P.C. represents families in nursing

Being struck by a vehicle during a police chase is a traumatic experience that leaves victims with serious injuries, damaged property, and a confusing set of questions about who is responsible and where to turn. Unlike a standard car accident, crashes during police pursuits may involve multiple potentially liable parties, government immunity laws, and legal theories that most people have never encountered. Understanding your rights in the aftermath of a police pursuit crash is the first step toward pursuing the compensation you deserve. At Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, P.C., our

Summer in Pittsburgh means backyard cookouts, community pool days, and afternoons at the hotel pool on family trips. For most people, these are happy, low-stakes occasions. But swimming pools carry real dangers. When a pool is poorly maintained, improperly supervised, or not built to code, what should be an enjoyable day can turn into a serious injury or something far worse. Understanding the most common hazards and knowing what to do if something goes wrong can make a meaningful difference for you and your family this season. At Shenderovich, Shenderovich

The Liberty Bridge is one of Pittsburgh's most heavily traveled crossings, connecting the South Side to Downtown and carrying thousands of drivers every single day. Its curves, narrow lanes, and high traffic volume demand real attention behind the wheel. For most drivers it is a routine commute, but the bridge leaves little margin for error when something goes wrong. At Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, P.C., our Pittsburgh personal injury attorneys have represented car accident victims throughout the region for decades. We know firsthand the consequences that serious crashes on local

If you've been seriously injured in an accident, receiving a settlement can feel like the finish line after a long and painful race. For many Pittsburgh injury victims, there's a surprise waiting at the end: medical liens. Before you see a dollar of your settlement, the medical providers, insurers, and government programs that paid for your care may have a legal right to be paid back first. That gap between what you think you're getting and what you actually take home can be shocking. At Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, P.C.,

After a car accident, many people feel shaken but assume they are fine if they do not see visible injuries. Concussions, however, are not always obvious right away. Symptoms can show up hours or even days later, and insurance companies often try to downplay them as minor “whiplash” or stress. The truth is a concussion is a serious brain injury, and it should never be ignored. The motor vehicle accident attorneys at Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, P.C. help Pittsburgh crash victims understand their injuries and pursue the compensation they deserve.