Can You Sue a Bar for Over-Serving a Drunk Driver Who Caused an Accident?

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
October 15, 2025

Pennsylvania law allows accident victims to sue bars, restaurants, and other establishments that over-serve intoxicated drivers who subsequently cause crashes. Under Pennsylvania’s Dram Shop Act, businesses that serve alcohol can be held liable when they continue serving visibly intoxicated patrons who then injure others while driving under the influence. This law recognizes that establishments serving […]

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Legal Options for Victims of Road Rage Accidents in Pennsylvania

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Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
October 15, 2025

Road rage incidents transform routine traffic situations into violent confrontations that can result in serious accidents, injuries, and psychological trauma for innocent victims. Pennsylvania law recognizes road rage as both a criminal offense and grounds for civil liability, providing multiple legal avenues for victims to pursue justice and compensation. When aggressive drivers intentionally cause accidents […]

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Can a University Be Held Liable For Your Injury On a College Campus?

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Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
October 15, 2025

Universities can be held liable for injuries occurring on college campuses when they fail to maintain safe conditions or breach their duty of care to students, faculty, and visitors. Pennsylvania law recognizes that colleges and universities owe a duty to provide reasonably safe premises, adequate security measures, and proper maintenance of facilities. When universities fail […]

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Understanding Sovereign Immunity in Pennsylvania: When Can You Sue the State?

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Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
October 1, 2025

Sovereign immunity represents one of the most complex areas of Pennsylvania law, creating significant barriers for individuals seeking to hold government entities accountable for their actions. This legal doctrine traditionally shields state and local governments from lawsuits, but Pennsylvania has carved out specific exceptions where citizens may pursue claims against government agencies. Understanding these exceptions […]

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How Pennsylvania’s Comparative Negligence Law Affects Personal Injury Claims

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Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
October 1, 2025

Pennsylvania’s comparative negligence law represents one of the most important concepts for personal injury victims to understand, as it directly determines whether you can recover compensation and how much you may receive. Unlike some states that completely bar recovery if you bear any fault for an accident, Pennsylvania takes a more balanced approach, following a […]

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