http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/ Published By Shaffer & Gaier, LLC en-us 2009-03-15T16:28:27-05:00 http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/2009/03/on_march_4_2009_there.html On March 4, 2009, there was a tangible shift in the playing field between consumers and big business. Consumers have always faced a steep uphill climb when fighting corporate America and defective products. This month, the Supreme Court of the... Defective Drugs Shaffer & Gaier, LLC 2009-03-15T16:28:27-05:00 http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/2009/01/safer_automobiles_might_actual.html Last month, ailing U.S. automakers and their workers accepted huge concessions in return for a $17.4 billion federal rescue package meant to buy them time to survive. As part of the package, GM received $9.4 billion and Chrysler $4 billion.... Hot Button Topics Shaffer & Gaier, LLC 2009-01-31T10:32:37-05:00 http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/2009/01/restatement_third_of_torts_not_1.html In 1998, the American Law Institute (ALI) issued the Third Restatement of Torts which contained several changes to product liability. These changes of the Third Restatement do not represent Pennsylvania jurisprudence. Some of these changes are a drastic departure from... Product Liability Shaffer & Gaier, LLC 2009-01-15T11:36:27-05:00 http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/2008/12/private_attorneyclient_confere.html If you have been litigating long enough, it has undoubtedly happened to you: Your opponent’s deposition day has finally arrived, and after you have gone through the introductions and instructions on the record, you ask about 20 minutes of background... Litigation Shaffer & Gaier, LLC 2008-12-10T13:53:11-05:00 http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/2008/11/ground_breaking_ceremony_1.html In addition to managing our law firm, Michael Shaffer also serves on the Board of the Trustees of the Bala House Montessori School in Bala Cynwyd, PA. Michael has three children, Sophie 8 years old and Sam and David, twins... Community Service Shaffer & Gaier, LLC 2008-11-20T15:14:01-05:00 http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/2008/11/wall_street_bailout_somebody_h.html In this time of national economic crisis, the Bush administration and Congress are implementing a legislative package aimed at resolving the country’s current financial problems. However, the banks are seeking not only money from the taxpayers, but immunity from lawsuits... Commercial Litigation Shaffer & Gaier, LLC 2008-11-13T15:07:29-05:00 http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/2008/11/lawyers_working_polling_places.html November 4, 2008 was an historic day in America. No matter what your political affiliation, we can all be inspired by the record turnout and the astounding participation in the Democratic process. The lawyers at Shaffer & Gaier were proud... Community Service Shaffer & Gaier, LLC 2008-11-06T15:29:24-05:00 http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/2008/10/safety_takes_a_back_seat_in_to_1.html No one can doubt the difficult economic times that we all face. Businesses are also faced with belt tightening that affects both consumers and employees. Countless studies have shown that when companies face difficult economic obstacles, one of the first... Product Liability Shaffer & Gaier, LLC 2008-10-16T15:24:19-05:00 http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/2008/10/defective_drugs_and_medical_de.html The change and developments of the United States Supreme Court has taken with regard to unsafe drugs and medical devices are quite simply frightening. Is there really anyone left in America who still thinks that just because a medication is... Personal Injury Shaffer & Gaier, LLC 2008-10-09T15:05:59-05:00 http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/2008/10/hospital_errors_wont_get_paid.html The government is finally poised to prevent hospitals from profiting from their preventable mistakes. Starting last month, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will deny payments to hospitals for the additional costs associated with treating patients for certain types... Medical Malpractice Shaffer & Gaier, LLC 2008-10-06T14:42:50-05:00