Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/14/2013 -- Throughout history, dogs have rightfully gained the reputation as man's best friend. Dogs have been bred over time to become a friendly companion to their human owners. Initially, dogs were used for certain types of work or sport. However, in the United States, most dogs are now domesticated animals that live inside the home and provide company. That being said, just as there are violent people in this world, there are violent dogs. Even some dogs that are not violent by nature may bite a person due to neglect of an owner. When someone is injured through a dog bite or attack, there are different laws that apply to that individual's right to certain damages. Now, Gibbons Legal is informing clients about the differences in laws relevant to dog bites.

It is estimated that there are over 75 million dogs living in the United States. Every year there are serious and sometimes fatal injuries attributed to dog bites. Unfortunately, close to 5 million people become victims to dog attacks on an annual basis. Perhaps even more concerning, children are much more likely to suffer an injury from a dog bite. When someone does fall victim to a dog bite, there are two types of laws that apply to their case.

Common law and severe injury law can apply in certain dog bite cases. Common law will be applicable in cases where a dog has bitten someone before. Severe injury law applies in cases where a dog has not been the culprit of a prior bite or attack. Under this law, the injuries are classified as either severe or non-severe. In cases where an injury is deemed to be severe, victims can potentially claim uncapped damages. Every case is unique and it is always advised to consult an attorney to discuss the most appropriate legal action. Gibbons Legal, Norristown Dog Bite Lawyer, will be more than happy to field any questions regarding a dog bite case.

About Gibbons Legal
Being a lawyer in Montgomery County and Bucks County, Mr. Gibbons is a frequent guest lecturer and key note speaker at various religious institutions, organizational meetings, and private companies. Topics covered in Mr. Gibbons presentations often focus on personal injury and insurance law, criminal law, and inheritance law and are tailored to the individual needs and desires of the audience.

For more information visit http://www.gibbonslegal.com or call 800-836-2232

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Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/16/2013 -- People make mistakes and sometimes those mistakes cross the boundaries of the law. Not everyone who commits a crime should be labeled a criminal for the rest of their life. Many individuals have a criminal record that carries an unwanted, and sometimes uncharacteristic, stigma. Not everyone who has committed a crime meant to do so. Furthermore, many people learn from their mistakes and continue on through life as law-abiding citizens. The attorneys at Gibbons Legal understand the difference between career criminals and people who have made mistakes. That is why Gibbons Legal is now informing clients about important new reasons to pursue an expungement.

Not everyone is eligible for a criminal expungment in Pennsylvania. However, most records can be expunged and there are numerous advantages involved with an expungement. Anyone who has been admitted into an A.R.D program and have completed the requirements can pursue an expungement. Most summary offenses and many misdemeanor offenses can qualify for expungement, depending on individual circumstances. Many individuals are not aware of the ramifications that accompany a criminal record or arrest. In fact, many people are unaware that certain items show up on a public website that can be visited by anyone.

Individuals whom have taken a plea agreement or have had charges reduced may continue to have detrimental items on a criminal record. Employers have access to quick and affordable background checks that can easily uncover an individual's criminal history. A mistake that was made when an individual was young and naive can potentially cost them a career. A mistake shouldn't cost an individual their livelihood. Gibbons Legal, Norristown expungement attorney, can help individuals clear their record and avoid the detrimental effects of a past mistake.

About Gibbons Legal
Being a lawyer in Montgomery County and Bucks County, Mr. Gibbons is a frequent guest lecturer and key note speaker at various religious institutions, organizational meetings, and private companies. Topics covered in Mr. Gibbons presentations often focus on personal injury and insurance law, criminal law, and inheritance law and are tailored to the individual needs and desires of the audience.

For more information visit http://www.gibbonslegal.com or call 800-836-2232

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Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/25/2013 -- The weather in the northeast has been frightful. From warm temperatures this past winter, to snow in the early springtime, these conditions not only make for an unpredictable climate, but they can also be the case of some serious slip and fall accidents. For those who have been the victim of a slip and fall or other accident due to the weather and the negligence of a property owner to alert pedestrians of harmful treading conditions in Chester County, PA, hiring an accident lawyer in Chester County is essential for making sure that a person gets the compensation he or she deserves for the injuries. Gibbons Legal, located in Philadelphia, PA, is now taking accident cases related to slip and falls in Chester County.

Because the weather has been unpredictable this year, many pedestrians, business, and property owners may have been ill-prepared for when it came time to treat their walkways, driveways, or parking lots. What's more, they may have neglected to put their hazardous walkway signs out when they were needed. A few of the reasons that slip and fall accidents happen is because many building owners are negligent in providing the proper signage, and are unwilling to address areas of the premises that are prone to become unsafe during bad weather conditions.

It doesn't matter how bad the accident was, it is imperative that a victim of a slip and fall accident find an attorney who is familiar with slip and fall accident cases. Hiring a lawyer not only means that a person may receive compensation for his or her injuries, but it also means that the case will receive the attention it deserves. Therefore, if a person has been injured in Chester County in a slip and fall accident this past winter, and is seeking to receive fair compensation by the end of this spring 2013, he or she can contact Gibbons Legal immediately.

About Gibbons Legal
Being a lawyer in Montgomery County and Bucks County, Mr. Gibbons is a frequent guest lecturer and key note speaker at various religious institutions, organizational meetings, and private companies. Topics covered in Mr. Gibbons presentations often focus on personal injury and insurance law, criminal law, and inheritance law and are tailored to the individual needs and desires of the audience.

For more information visit http://www.gibbonslegal.com or call 800-836-2232

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Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/25/2013 -- Gibbons Legal has been representing victims of auto, construction, SEPTA and workplace accidents for many years in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. They are proud to announce that they are now also representing dog bite victims.

Every year, 4.7 million people are attacked by dogs. Injuries can result in scarring for life and in some cases even death. When one finds themselves in a situation such as this, Gibbons Legal, Attorneys at Law, can be trusted to get the justice one deserves. Gibbons Legal knows their client's rights and will do everything in their power to get compensation for the victims of dog attacks. They understand the laws regarding dog owners, handlers, and breeders. These people are responsible for their dogs and when a dog goes on the attack, it is up to the owner to shoulder the responsibility.

There are different laws pertaining to each individual dog bite case and Gibbons Legal has an understanding of these types of cases to ensure their clients have the support they need in a potentially painful time. Many victims of dog attacks lose time from work, have expensive medical bills, and may suffer from painful injuries that a dog may have inflicted. Many victims may be entitled to compensation for medical bills incurred in the past, present, and future. Lost wages, pain and suffering and much more may be eligible for compensation. Gibbons Legal offers free case evaluations at their Philadelphia office which is conveniently located near Bucks, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware Counties.

About Gibbons Legal
Being a lawyer in Montgomery County and Bucks County, Mr. Gibbons is a frequent guest lecturer and key note speaker at various religious institutions, organizational meetings, and private companies. Topics covered in Mr. Gibbons presentations often focus on personal injury and insurance law, criminal law, and inheritance law and are tailored to the individual needs and desires of the audience.

For more information visit http://www.gibbonslegal.com or call 800-836-2232

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Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/01/2013 -- In the course of a year, SEPTA carries 321 million passengers over 1.45 billion miles every year and is now the 6th largest transit system in the United States. With all these people traveling over a billion miles collectively, some people are bound to get hurt as a result of SEPTA making a mistake or causing an accident. Gibbons Legal, Attorneys At Law, are now currently available for such said cases against SEPTA.

During the winter months, the use of SEPTA spikes, and as a result so does the accidents that occur on their transit systems. These cases can be difficult for accident lawyers in Chester County because of the Pennsylvania Sovereign Immunity Act which has some very odd loop holes that favor SEPTA. For example, a person who gets injured while exiting/getting off one of SEPTA's transit systems while it is stopped leaves SEPTA immune from liability.

Given the type of accident and the number of people that may have been injured, the victims may have multiple claims against SEPTA as well as any other parties like the maintenance company If the accident was a slip, fall, trip, or something of that nature as well as another motorist who was involved with their motor vehicle. If anyone has themselves been injured, or has a family member who has been injured as a result of SEPTA, then contact Gibbons Legal, Attorneys At Law today for a free case evaluation. People can also visit their website to see examples of Gibbons their many legal successes.

About Gibbons Legal
Being a lawyer in Montgomery County and Bucks County, Mr. Gibbons is a frequent guest lecturer and key note speaker at various religious institutions, organizational meetings, and private companies. Topics covered in Mr. Gibbons presentations often focus on personal injury and insurance law, criminal law, and inheritance law and are tailored to the individual needs and desires of the audience.

For more information visit http://www.gibbonslegal.com or call 800-836-2232

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Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/15/2013 -- Gibbons Legal, Attorneys At Law, are accident lawyers in Bucks County who are dedicated to helping those who have been injured by the neglect or thoughtless thinking of others. With that being said, Gibbons Legal is now representing victims of premises liability accidents in Philadelphia, PA.

Premises liability cases take place when a person is involved in a severe accident that takes place as a result of unsafe conditions, a defect, or negligent upkeep of a property. Usually these types of premises liability accident in the U.S. are slip and fall accidents. There are a lot of places where premises liability accidents can take place, such as homes, shopping malls, apartment buildings, unattended buildings, pools, and even open plots of land. The landlords, homeowners, employers and companies are all responsible for the equipment they operate and the property that they either own or are working on. If the grounds are not managed and taken care of properly, the risk of a person getting injured goes up considerably. Finding a lawyer in Bucks County and Philadelphia who is capable of handling such cases can be difficult, but Gibbons Legal, Attorneys at Law know the intricacies of these cases.

If a person has been injured in an accident on another person's property do to improper upkeep or negligence, then the person who has been hurt may be entitled to compensation for present, future, and past medical expenditures as well as pain and suffering along with lost wages. Gibbons Legal will do what is needed to get their clients immediate needs met while ensuring that future needs are collected as well. Contact them today for further information and a free case evaluation.

About Gibbons Legal
Being a lawyer in Montgomery County and Bucks County, Mr. Gibbons is a frequent guest lecturer and key note speaker at various religious institutions, organizational meetings, and private companies. Topics covered in Mr. Gibbons presentations often focus on personal injury and insurance law, criminal law, and inheritance law and are tailored to the individual needs and desires of the audience.

For more information visit http://www.gibbonslegal.com or call 800-836-2232

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Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/21/2012 -- Gibbons Legal now provides services for dog bite victims in Philadelphia. Depending on the specific facts of the accident, those injured by a dog may have claims against multiple defendants, including the owner, handler, or breeder of the dog. The victim may also have claims against the state, city, or township in which the accident happened. The dog bite lawyer also represents clients in Bucks, Delaware, Chester, and Montgomery counties.

If a person has been injured by a dog, he/she may be entitled to compensation for past, present, and future medical expenses, lost wages, and suffering. As a dog bite lawyer in Philadelphia, Thomas Gibbons will secure compensation for his clients' immediate needs and ensure their future needs are protected as well.

There are an estimated 75 million dogs of varying breeds in the United States today. The United States Humane Society estimates dogs bite 4.7 million people every year, 800,000 of whom suffer from injuries. Most dog attack victims are children and most dog attacks happen near the victim's home by dogs known to the victim. As a dog bite injury lawyer of Philadelphia, Thomas Gibbons will make sure protect innocent victims by using a slew of dog laws holding dog owners responsible.

About Gibbons Legal
Being a Philadelphia injury lawyer, Mr. Gibbons is a frequent guest lecturer and key note speaker at various religious institutions, organizational meetings, and private companies. Topics covered in Mr. Gibbons presentations often focus on personal injury and insurance law, criminal law, and inheritance law and are tailored to the individual needs and desires of the audience.

For more information, visit http://www.gibbonslegal.com or call 800.836.2232.

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