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| July 19, 2010 |
| Establishing Responsibility: Negligence, Strict Liability and Intentional Conduct |
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| If you have been injured in Scranton, but don't know whether you have a solid case against the party that caused your injuries, then you should speak with a Scranton personal injury lawyer. An experienced Scranton personal injury attorney will tell you that establishing legal responsibility, or liability, is among the first tasks you and your attorney will need to tackle.
There are really three kinds of liability: negligence, strict liability and intentional conduct. Negligence means a failure to act with proper caution or reasonable care. Strict liability refers to situations in which defendants can be held accountable regardless of intent. Intentional conduct is just as it sounds - it refers to situations in which one party willfully or intentionally harms another.
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Scranton injury lawyerat Rogan Law can work with accident reconstruction specialists, medical professionals, economists, private investigators and other qualified professionals to conduct investigations and to act as expert witnesses for your case, helping to prove the liability of the defendant in your Scranton accident case. If someone else caused your injuries, then we will work with you to prove it.
Contact a Scranton injury attorney at Rogan Law to set up a free consultation today. We look forward to talking with you. |
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| June 29, 2010 |
| Scranton Serious Injuries Attorney |
| Posted By Patrick Rogan |
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Accidents caused by a negligent party unfortunately happen all the time. Walk into any local emergency room, and you are likely to meet someone whose injuries were sustained as a result of such an accident.
Some injuries are particularly grievous. Serious injuries, also known as catastrophic injuries or critical injuries, are those which hinder a person's ability to function as normal or to return to life as before the accident. In such cases, everything from medical issues to economic issues may quickly become extremely overwhelming.
Have you or your loved one been treated for Scranton serious injuries sustained in an accident caused by someone else's negligence? A passionate, qualified Scranton serious injuries attorney at Rogan Law can help you in your time of need.
If you need a Scranton serious injuries lawyer who will bring years of experience and legal success to your case, then contact a Scranton serious injuries attorney at Rogan Law today. |
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| June 13, 2010 |
| Scranton Drunk Driving Accidents |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| The Times-Tribune reports this morning on a problem law enforcement officers are facing here in NEPA and nationwide - DUI offenders who are arrested, processed and released, only to immediately commit the same crime. There have been three of these kinds of cases in our area just this year.
Repeat DUIs present a major threat to public safety, as do all drunk drivers, who cause injury and death to innocent people every day. If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a drunk driving accident, then you know that drunk drivers present more than a legal conundrum; they can take away your health and even your life.
In addition to the legal consequences a drunk driver faces, you can bring a civil lawsuit to seek financial compensation. Such settlements can help pay for medical expenses, funeral costs, emotional trauma, pain and suffering, loss of companionship and lost wages. The money cannot take away your pain, but it might provide you with the resources you need to begin healing.
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| June 13, 2010 |
| Scranton Car Accident Attorney |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| Scranton motor vehicle accidents are so commonplace in NEPA that we almost don't notice them unless they touch us personally, but car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, boating accidents and drunk driving accidents have the potential to profoundly impact each of our lives.
If you have been injured in a Scranton auto accident or any kind of Scranton motor vehicle accident, a Scranton car accident lawyer may be able to help you. Rogan Law successfully handles Scranton motor vehicle cases for clients throughout NEPA and the Poconos, and we might be able to help you, too.
A Scranton car accident attorney from Rogan Law can help you learn more about your legal rights and options, handle your insurance claim, and conduct all communication with law enforcement, the other driver and the other driver's insurance company while you focus on recovering physically and emotionally.
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| June 09, 2010 |
| Wilkes-Barre Personal Injury Lawyer |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| A Wilkes-Barre personal injury lawyer has many professional and ethical responsibilities to fulfill on behalf of clients who are seeking justice in civil court for physical and/or emotional injuries caused by someone else's conduct. When you are searching for a Wilkes-Barre personal injury attorney, you want to find someone who will dedicate significant time and energy in asserting your rights. You need someone who will prioritize your case and his obligations to you.
A skilled, compassionate, Wilkes-Barre personal injury lawyer from Rogan Law will talk with you in detail about your specific case and will advise you about your legal rights and options. We will work closely with you to help you figure out the true value of your claim. Sometimes an experienced Wilkes-Barre personal injury attorney can identify damages that you have not considered and that might cause you future financial difficulties or problems if left unaddressed.
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| May 13, 2010 |
| Delaware River Basin Commission Developing Wayne County Drilling Regulations |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| The Times-Tribune reports that as drilling for natural gas in the Marcellus Shale formation becomes a reality throughout much of our region, the Delaware River Basin Commission, which regulates activities impacting the watershed and which makes up most of Wayne County, is developing its own standards for natural gas drilling.
Though exploration may continue, no production will happen until the Commission is satisfied that its standards will be met. The Commission could take months, or even up to a year, to reach its decision about what "safe drilling" should mean.
Careful progress is important both to the Commission and to the Northern Wayne Property Owners Alliance, homeowners who have collectively leased at least 100,000 acres to corporate developers. With all these commissions, alliances and corporations in the mix, who can you trust to represent your own interests?
If you need sound legal advice about what the natural gas drilling might mean for you, a Marcellus Shale attorney from Rogan Law can help. Well versed in the legal implications of Marcellus Shale projects, we can help you protect your interests and advocate on your behalf in what can feel life a cacophony of competing voices.
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| May 13, 2010 |
| Wayne County Personal Injury Lawyer |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| With warm weather arriving, I am thinking about summer and the delicious foods that come along with it. Foods that I used to take for granted, though, I have recently begun to reconsider after watching a few films and doing some reading about the food industry, factory farms, sustainable agriculture and what it means to "keep it local."
A great place to start if you're interested in learning more about these issues is with the Academy Award nominated documentary film, FOOD, Inc. Another resource that might help you act on your newly discovered food literacy is Buy Fresh Buy Local, a website that lists farms, farmers markets and businesses that emphasize locally produced foods throughout NEPA.
Among the businesses listed is Journey's End, an organic family farm and maple syrup operation in Wayne County that offers the public opportunities to engage in Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) by purchasing a weekly share of the farm's produce. When you join a CSA, you get much more than food; you get a relationship with the people who worked to produce it, a sense of the land from which it came, new friends, and a chance to make a positive difference in your community.
The local food movement is all about thinking through the consequences of our actions and taking responsibility for our choices. In some ways, my work as a Wayne County personal injury lawyer deals with similar issues. Many people do not think before they act, and some people act in ways that overtly harm others. When someone else's irresponsibility causes you injury, you need to speak with a reputable Wayne County personal injury attorney.
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| May 02, 2010 |
| CMC Accused of Wrongful Death, Failure to Diagnose |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| The Times-Tribune reports that Community Medical Center (CMC) in Scranton and one of its emergency room doctors are facing accusations of wrongful death for failing to diagnose the life-threatening symptoms of a man who sought treatment at the hospital but was released rather than hospitalized for his injuries. Hours after his release, he died in a car accident after losing control of his vehicle.
Cases like this are tragic. Whether the courts will hold these particular defendants responsible depends on many factors. One thing is for sure, the quality of the legal representation each side chooses will significantly impact the outcome. A good Scranton personal injury lawyer can make all the difference in a Scranton wrongful death case.
Medical malpractice, failure to diagnose and wrongful death are heartbreaking realities in the healing profession. Losing a loved one at any time and for any reason is hard enough to bear, but losing a loved one and knowing that it could have been prevented adds to the pain and difficulty.
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| May 02, 2010 |
| NYC Explosion Narrowly (Thankfully) Averted |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| When people from Scranton refer to "the city," such as when they say, "I'm going to the city this weekend," or "I went to the city for dinner and a show," they usually are talking about New York City. New York is OUR city, the place we visit when we need a dose of art, culture, baseball or the incredible diversity only NYC can offer. No offense, Philadelphia - we love you, too, but New York holds a special place in many of our hearts.
When something bad happens in New York, it does not feel like it happened in a far away place. Rather, it feels like it happened in our own backyard. Maybe that is why news about the failed car bombing in Times Square this past weekend aroused such feelings of anger, anxiety and upset here at home. News of terrorist attacks anywhere shock and sadden us, but news of terrorism in NYC stops us in our tracks.
Thankfully, no one was hurt. I hope the police, FBI and other law enforcement piece together the evidence and find the responsible party quickly and without further incident. I wish no one from Scranton, NYC or anywhere else ever had to deal with situations like this. Unfortunately, in our world, people hurt other people all too often.
Getting hurt and recovering from injuries is always hard. Getting hurt and recovering from injuries because someone meant to hurt you, or even because they neglected to take common sense precautions to avoid doing so, is somehow harder.
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| April 16, 2010 |
| Scranton, Pennsylvania Injury Attorney |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| The Times-Tribune reports that the Northeastern Educational Intermediate Unit (NEIU), Abington Heights School District and a former teacher have agreed to pay seven families $5 million to settle a lawsuit which alleges that the teacher repeatedly abused autistic children in her care. A judge has not yet signed the agreement, so details on where the money will come from remain unclear, though several people involved have commented that public money will not be used.
When you have suffered due to the deliberate actions or negligence of a person or institution, you need an experienced lawyer fighting at your side. Without an experienced Scranton, Pennsylvania injury attorney pursuing your goals, the obstacles between you and justice can seem insurmountable.
A Scranton, Pennsylvania injury attorney from Rogan Law knows that recovering compensation is very important to you. That is why were are dedicated to giving you the best possible chance at success.
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| March 25, 2010 |
| Personal Injury Lawyer Scranton, PA |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| As a personal injury lawyer in Scranton, PA, one of my main professional objectives is to help clients who have been injured as a result of someone else's negligence to recover the money they need to rebuild their lives and to recover physically, emotionally and financially.
Though putting money at the beginning and ending of that equation may seem crude to someone who has never been devastated by a serious accident, people who have had the great misfortune of finding themselves in that situation know that you need money at every point in the healing process: Health care, rehabilitation, counseling, lost wages - every one of those challenges comes with a price tag attached.
In reality, your chances of receiving the level of financial compensation you need and deserve are materially enhanced by your choosing to work with a knowledgeable personal injury attorney who will fight hard for you. A Scranton personal injury lawyer from Rogan Law will work tirelessly to give you your best chance at success.
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| March 25, 2010 |
| Injury Lawyer Scranton |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| Today, looking through my nephew's library books, I read some words that captured my attention. They are from Maya Angelou, and they go like this: "History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, and if faced with courage, need not be lived again."
In the context of the book, the words refer to the system of apartheid that existed in South Africa for the majority for most of our lives. My nephew is writing a report on the ways the South African government curbed free speech and free press during the 1980s in a last ditch effort to silence advocates for change. Smart kid.
When I read the words, though, as an injury lawyer in Scranton, I could not help but make the connection to the struggle many of my clients face as they attempt to reckon with painful harm that has come to them as the result of someone else's negligence. Their task also requires courage and commitment, as well as support.
If you are searching for an injury lawyer in Scranton, then you deserve to have an experienced attorney fighting for your rights. A Scranton personal injury lawyer from Rogan Law can help you to find justice for the events of your past while making progress toward your future.
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| March 18, 2010 |
| Montrose, PA Auto Accident |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| If you live in or near the town of Montrose in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, then you might associate the town with the
Montrose Blueberry Festival,
Chocolate & Wine Festival, excellent arts and crafts venues, renowned bluestone quarries, or
The Montrose Club, a historic country club that is home to one of our nation's oldest golf courses.
Or maybe you just think of home.
But if you have been involved in a serious Montrose, PA auto accident, then the town might be, for you, a painful and worrisome place that leaves you feeling overwhelmed and traumatized. The unfortunate fact is that, even in the most idyllic locations, serious auto accidents that cause lasting injuries can and do happen.
If a Montrose, PA auto accident caused by someone else's error has left you wondering what to do as you struggle to recover physically and financially, then you should contact a
Montrose, PA auto accident attorney as soon as possible.
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| March 17, 2010 |
| Scranton Personal Injury Lawyer |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| According to recent polls,
msnbc reports that Americans are split almost down the middle on whether Congress should pass or reject the health care plan upon which they are preparing to vote. Considerable opinions have been voiced both supporting and opposing the bill, and its fate is likely close at hand.
Health care is a huge issue for millions of Americans. No matter where you stand on the bill, the fact is that, following a devastating accident of any kind, you are going to be looking at an incredible pile of medical bills as you work toward your recovery.
Health care is not cheap; I think that is one thing upon which everyone can agree.
If someone else caused your injuries out of negligence, intentional misconduct or some other strict liability circumstances such as the production of a defective product or dangerous drugs, then you should talk with a
Scranton personal injury lawyer.
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Scranton personal injury attorney at Rogan Law can look at the specific circumstances of your case and can help determine how the responsible party can be held liable for their actions. We handle personal injury cases for our clients and dedicate all of our time and energy to asserting their rights in order to recover the highest amount of financial compensation possible - giving them what they need to begin rebuilding their lives.
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| February 26, 2010 |
| Monroe County Marcellus Shale Forum Scheduled |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| My last blog concerning natural gas drilling in the Marcellus Shale formation focused on what has been happening recently in Wayne County, but Monroe County is also beginning to have conversations about the potential benefits and drawbacks of extracting gas from this huge natural formation.
A few days ago, the
Pocono Record reported that the
League of Women Voters of Monroe County will host a free, public forum at the Hughes Eastern Monroe Library Community Room at 10 AM on March 6th to discuss the perspectives of speakers representing a variety of backgrounds.
The League of Women Voters is in the midst of a one-year study to figure out the effect that drilling will have on Pennsylvania's natural resources, infrastructure, tourism and economy. It stresses that anyone living on the formation or in the counties with pipelines could be impacted.
As decisions are made and projects move forward, you may be in a position that requires you to make a decision about natural gas leasing. If you are, then please do the smart thing and consult a
Monroe County Marecellus Shale attorney. We can help you understand and negotiate the details of the lease agreements you are being offered and determine the possible positive and negative effects they can have on you, your family and your community.
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| January 25, 2010 |
| Marellus Shale, Wayne County |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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Natural gas drilling in Pennsylvania's Marcellus Shale formation has made news repeatedly this past year. As I have stated before, the mass tort, environmental and real estate/contract litigation arising from Marcellus Shale gas exploration and mining is a very pressing legal issue to many in Pennsylvania.
Until now, Wayne County has remained removed from the controversies associated with drilling, but according to today's
Times-Tribune that will soon change. Exploratory wells are planned for this summer, and production is anticipated to begin in 2011 if developers receive their permits.
Some citizens oppose the drilling. The group
Damascus Citizens for Sustainability, for example, insists that, "people have a constitutional right to clean air, pure water, and the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment." Their website lists numerous instances in which drilling has led to water contamination.
Given the potential for water pollution, it remains to be seen whether the
Delaware River Basin Commission, a multi-state regulatory agency, will clear the way for production drilling to begin.
If you or someone you know has been affected by this formation in any way, or may be affected in the future, then you should seek representation from
Marcellus Shale attorney Patrick M. Rogan as soon as possible to make sure your rights are protected. Contact Rogan Law today.
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| January 11, 2010 |
| Milford, Pennsylvania Injury Attorney |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| The town of Milford in Pike County, PA is a lovely place nestled near the Delaware River where PA, NY and NJ meet.
Because of the town's close proximity to neighboring states, residents often pursue services, such as health care, from providers across state lines.
Recently, I learned that a resident of the area was looking for a medical malpractice attorney to pursue a claim that originated in nearby NJ. The woman was unsure whether she needed a NJ attorney to advocate on her behalf.
At Rogan Law, we can pursue your claim for you regardless of the state of origin.
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| December 13, 2009 |
| Marcellus Shale's Competing Interests |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| Today's Times-Tribune reports that John Quigley, the acting secretary of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and Pennsylvania's top conservation official, has serious concerns about balancing deep-well drilling in the Marcellus Shale formation in Northcentral Pennsylvania with the interests of hikers, hunters, campers and timber companies that also use state forest land.
As he prepares to receive bids for drilling on the 32,000 acres of state forest land in the Marcellus Shale formation, Quigley points out that the move to begin extracting natural gas from parks that are part of the formation will link our state's conservation agenda with resource extraction for the next fifty years.
As DCNR leans more heavily on natural resource development to offset losses in support from tax dollars, big questions remain about how to balance our state park system with what could become one hundred deep-drilling wells, each with a footprint of about 10 acres, on land formerly dedicated primarily to public use.
There are many legal issues surrounding this formation, some of which include the approval of water withdrawals, permitting water impoundments, erosion and sedimentation controls, wastewater discharges and treatment and complying with local land use and zoning for ancillary facilities.
If you or someone you know has been personally affected by the development of this formation or if you believe you will be affected in the future, then your should seek representation from Pennsylvania Attorney Patrick M. Rogan as soon as possible to make sure your rights are protected.
All of us should voice our own concerns to our elected officials both now and next year, when our state's park and forest systems will likely become an issue in our candidates' campaigns for governor. |
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| November 17, 2009 |
| Scranton Birth Injury Attorney |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| A child is born every few minutes at our local hospitals in NEPA. Parents of newly born children experience overwhelming feelings of joy and happiness. No one anticipates needing a Scranton birth injury attorney.
But when labor and delivery go wrong, newborns may suffer birth injuries, and the usual joy and happiness can become badly tainted by sadness, fear and anxiety. Such tragedies are not always physicians' or medical providers' fault, but there are times when their negligence, carelessness or poor judgement are to blame.
When a medical error causes your child any kind of birth trauma or birth injury, you may be legally entitled to file a Pennsylvania birth injury lawsuit against your hospital or doctor. Contact a Scranton birth injury attorney as soon as possible for a free case evaluation.
A Scranton birth injury lawyer from Rogan Law cannot undo the damage that has been done to you and your family. But we can help you seek legal compensation for your child's injuries and ensure that the responsible party is held accountable. And, hopefully help prevent such medical errors in the future.
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| November 17, 2009 |
| Scranton Personal Injury Lawyer, Foodborne Illness or Food Poisoning |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| As a Scranton personal injury lawyer, I took interest in the recent film Food, Inc., a documentary which showcases the mostly hidden machinations of the American food industry and that industry's relationship with foodborne illness or food poisoning.
Fascinating and often disturbing, the film sheds light on how our nation's poorly regulated transition from family farms to factory farms has dangerously, and sometimes lethally, compromised the quality of our food supply.
One story line in particular stuck with me.
A mother whose two-year-old son died from E.coli poisoning after eating commercially prepared hamburger appeared repeatedly in the film. It spotlighted her heartbreaking experience and her resultant goal - to amend federal law and give the USDA authority to close down plants that consistently produce contaminated meat, a power it currently does not possess, thanks mostly to meat industry lobbyists.
In the meantime, if you or someone you love is seriously injured by foodborne illness or food poisoning, then you will need an experienced, aggressive Scranton personal injury lawyer on your side. A Scranton personal injury attorney from Rogan Law can help you pick up the pieces, hold negligent parties responsible, recover damages and move forward with your life.
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| November 09, 2009 |
| Marcellus Shale Formation Sparks Mass Tort Environmental & Real Estate Litigation |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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The Marcellus Shale formation in Pennsylvania holds up to 50 trillion cubic feet of recoverable natural gas and lies under Pennsylvania, New York, as well as West Virginia. The formation is thought to be valued around $1 trillion. The Marcellus Shale has sparked a myriad of environmental law issues that have been keeping lawyers busy throughout Pennsylvania. With landowners being approached by oil and gas exploration companies, and legal battles between corporations and municipal governments, Pennsylvania attorneys have their hands full.
Landowners, oil & gas companies, environmental consultants, wastewater treatment companies, equipment suppliers, local governments, watershed groups, and citizens are all highly interested in the Marcellus Shale formation and its possible effects. There are many legal issues surrounding this formation, some of which include the approval of water withdrawals, permitting water impoundments, erosion & sedimentation controls, wastewater discharges and treatment, and complying with local land use and zoning for ancillary facilities.
The mass tort, environmental and real estate/contract litigation arising from Marcellus Shale gas exploration and mining is a very pressing legal issue to many in Pennsylvania. If you or someone you know has been affected by this formation in any way or may be affected in the future, you should seek representation from Pennsylvania Attorney Patrick M. Rogan as soon as possible to make sure your rights are protected. |
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