May 2, 2025 | Personal Injury
Working with intense heat and electricity while submerged in water might seem improbable or ill-advised, but it happens every day around the world. However, underwater and hyperbaric welding are among the most dangerous jobs in existence. Here’s what you need to know about these high-risk… read more
April 30, 2025 | Product liability
Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. recalled Darvon and Darvocet after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended against continued use of the pain relievers in November 2010. However, Darvon and Darvocet were linked to serious heart problems, some of which were fatal. The Darvon and Darvocet recall… read more
April 22, 2025 | Personal Injury
Determining the appropriate age for leaving a child home alone is a significant decision for parents. There is no specific legal age requirement for when a child can be left unsupervised in Pennsylvania, so parents must assess their child’s maturity and readiness individually. Laws on… read more
April 18, 2025 | Personal Injury
A black box is a critical flight recording device found on airplanes and helicopters. Despite the name, it’s actually bright orange and built to survive extreme crash conditions. These devices capture vital flight data—like airspeed, altitude, and control positions—that can help investigators determine the cause… read more
April 17, 2025 | Pennsylvania Law
In Pennsylvania, the ownership of dogs, cats, turtles, goldfish, and other common pets is not prohibited, although certain legal restrictions exist. Restrictions on non-traditional pets, however, are extensive and wide-ranging. The Pennsylvania Game Commission and the Fish and Boat Commission regulate the possession of most… read more
April 15, 2025 | News
Attorney Jordan Marzzacco recently obtained a settlement for a client who suffered serious injuries in a car crash that happened in September 2024. The settlement totaled $950,000.00. The case involved a high-impact collision between a passenger van and sedan, driven by Ms. Marzzacco’s client. The… read more
April 10, 2025 | News
We proudly announce that Jordan Wartman has joined Marzzacco Niven & Associates as an Associate. Jordan obtained his law degree from Widener Law Commonwealth. Every year since 2023, Jordan has been named a Super Lawyers “Rising Star,” a peer-reviewed honor extended to exceptional lawyers under… read more
April 7, 2025 | Workplace Accidents
Oil rig explosions are among the most devastating industrial disasters, often resulting in tragic loss of life, environmental destruction, and massive economic consequences. These catastrophic events highlight the inherent dangers of offshore drilling and the critical importance of safety protocols and regulatory oversight. Working on… read more
April 3, 2025 | Car Accidents
Driving under the influence or with a BAC (blood alcohol content) above the legal limit is illegal in Pennsylvania. Law enforcement officers have several tools they use to identify drunk drivers, including DUI checkpoints. The United States Supreme Court has ruled that DUI checkpoints (i.e.,… read more
April 2, 2025 | Personal Injury
Most personal injury cases are based on the concept of negligence, which generally means something like “carelessness.” However, some cases involve a person’s intentional actions or misconduct. These intentional torts make up a subset of personal injury cases and can provide the basis for a… read more