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Unsafe Vehicles You Are Here: Practice Areas > Personal Injury > Unsafe Vehicles Injury From An Unsafe Vehicle? You’ve been injured in a car accident, but you can’t figure out why it happened. It wasn’t the fault of you or another driver. If you have been injured due to an unsafe vehicle, give the team of experienced lawyers at Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn a call. Your accident may have been caused by driving a defective vehicle. When a vehicle causes an accident because of how it was made or maintained, it is known as “crashworthiness.” This could mean defective design or workmanship, poor maintenance by the corporate owner, or negligent conduct on the part of others who came into contact with the vehicle. Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn represents victims, including passengers, who have suffered injuries or fatalities, caused by unsafe vehicles. Serious injury or death from a defective vehicle could include roll-overs from narrow wheel base vehicles, a collapsed roof that did not have adequate support, seat belt malfunction that caused injury or ejection during a crash. Crashworthiness cases are extraordinarily technical and complex, and giant auto manufacturers spare no expense in defending them. That’s why these cases require tremendous experience and resources – the kind we have at Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn. Our firm has litigated dozens of Unsafe Vehicle Cases. Types of Unsafe Vehicle Cases Rollovers Airbag Recalls Airbag Malfunction Tire Malfunction Defective Manufacturing Defective Parts Dangerous Design Meet Our Unsafe Vehicle Litigation Team Landmark Victory We’re proud to have won the only jury verdict in Pennsylvania history against an auto manufacturer for failure to install an airbag in its vehicle. We have an unparalleled track record in vehicle crashworthiness cases both in and out of the courtroom in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Contact Us Today

Guardianships You Are Here: Practice Areas > Estate Planning > Guardianships Guardianship When It Matters Most What if you have a family member that is unable to care for themselves or has an incapacity? You’ll want an experienced guardianship attorney to protect your family member’s best interests. We handle many guardianship proceedings including emergency guardianships, we prepare special needs trusts and can walk you through the process of all aspects of being appointed a guardian of the person and/or the estate of the family member. Types of Guardianship Minor Guardianship Elderly or Incapacitated Guardianship Estate Guardianship Prepare For Your Family's Future Today In addition to preparing a standard will, the estate planning lawyers at Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn can help you draft a living will that will guide your family in making health-care decisions if you become incapacitated. Living wills, often called health-care directives, are documents that instruct health-care providers about the conditions under which you do not want to be artificially sustained by life support. A living will is an important device to protect yourself and ensure that your wishes are carried out, and a properly executed living will prevents a contest between family members. If you do not have a living will, decisions regarding your health care are left to family members, and often they cannot agree or are in conflict about your wishes. A living will ensures that your wishes are respected and will be followed. We also draft a medical power of attorney, which are important based upon the HIPAA laws and grant your designee the power to make medical decisions on your behalf and handle your medical affairs and communicate with your health care professionals.

Day Care Abuse You Are Here: Practice Areas > Personal Injury > Day Care Abuse Has Your Child Been Injured? Your family is important. Child abuse is every parent’s nightmare. You drop off your little one at a day care facility and trust that the staff will take care of your child. You entrust the providers that are trained to care for your children while you work or attend to your other responsibilities. When that trust is broken due to neglect or abuse, you need an attorney that will work to help make things right and get you the justice you deserve. That law firm is Hourigan, Kluger and Quinn. Day care abuse lawyers represent clients injured by day care employees committing abuse or neglect. That includes physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect. Day care abuse lawyers work to get compensation for the victims of day care abuse when kids are injured by day care employees, including those who have been sexually abused, physically abused, and neglected. Types of Day Care Abuse Neglect Inadequate Staffing Safety Standard Violation Physical Abuse Sexual Abuse Emotional Abuse Meet Our Day Care Abuse Team We Can Help If you or a loved one have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, reach out to the Kingston-based firm of Hourigan, Kluger, and Quinn for a free consultation. Contact Us Today

Construction Accidents You Are Here: Practice Areas > Personal Injury > Construction Accidents Injured on a Construction Site? Thousands of construction workers are seriously injured or killed each year, and families of these workers are left without adequate income or protection when the hazards at construction sites cause injury. Construction sites can be dangerous places and accidents happen. When they do, you need an experienced law firm with the resources to take on the companies and corporations responsible for your safety. Construction companies are responsible for thoroughly inspecting work sites and providing safety programs for employees. When they fail to do so, and a worker is injured or killed, the owners, contractors, equipment manufacturers, insurance companies and others involved in the construction project may be held responsible in court. Workers’ compensation can help in some of these cases, but it is often not enough. Construction Site Cases Crane or hoist accidents Falls from Heights Slip & Falls Repetitive Stress Injuries Gas Leaks Fires or Explosions Forklift Accidents Trench Accidents Meet Our Construction Injury Team Our Results Listed below is a representative sample of some of our recent construction accident verdicts. For a larger sampling of some of the award-winning 7 and 8 figure settlements and verdicts we have achieved, click below! Settlement of $1,150,000 reached in case Northeast extension construction site accident settles in excess of $1 million See More

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Boating Accidents You Are Here: Practice Areas > Personal Injury > Boating Accidents Hurt on the Water? With more people out on the water than ever before, all types of boating accidents are bound to occur. A boating accident catastrophic injury or death can occur if the watercraft operator does not have the proper training. If boating injuries or death are caused by the negligence of the boat operator, you may be protected from their reckless actions. A boating accident lawyer can provide legal representation for different types of injuries that can occur in a boating accident, such as drowning, near drowning, burns, spinal cord injuries, carbon monoxide poisoning, electrocution, lacerations and bruises. Avoid a boating accident. In the state of Pennsylvania it is illegal to: Operate a watercraft in a reckless, negligent, or dangerous manner. Boats must be operated at a rate of speed that does not endanger the life or property of any person. Operate a boat at greater than slow, no-wake speed within 100 feet of the shoreline, docks, launch ramps, swimmers, or downed skiers, persons wading in the water, anchored, moored, or drifting boats, and floats. Slow, no-wake speed is the slowest possible speed of a motorboat required to maintain maneuverability, so that the wake or wash created by the motorboat on the surface is minimal. The slow, no-wake zone for wake surfing activity is 200 feet. Operate a motorboat less than 20 feet in length at greater than slow no-wake while a person is standing on or in the boat. Operate a motorboat at greater than slow, no-wake speed with a person riding outside of the passenger carrying area or while a person is riding on the bow decking, gunwales, transom, or motor covers. Operate a pontoon boat at any speed while a person is riding outside the passenger carrying area. Cause a boat to become airborne or to leave the water completely while crossing another boat’s wake when within 100 feet of the boat creating the wake. Weave through congested traffic. Operate faster than slow, no-wake when within 100 feet to the rear or 50 feet to the side of another boat that is underway, unless in a narrow channel. Operate within 100 feet of anyone towed behind another boat. Operate a motorboat with anyone sitting, riding, or hanging on a swim platform or swim ladder attached to the boat. Many waterways in Pennsylvania have special regulations such as electric only or horsepower restrictions. Types of Boating Accidents Propeller Accidents Falling off a Boat Collision with another boat Kayaking & Canoe Accidents Drowning Intoxication Jet Ski Accidents Water Ski Accidents Capsizing Airboat Accidents Explosions & Fires Meet Our Boating Accident Team We Can Help If you or a loved one have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, reach out to the Kingston-based firm of Hourigan, Kluger, and Quinn for a free consultation. Contact Us Today

Trusts You Are Here: Practice Areas > Estate Planning > Trusts Ensure Assets are Handled Properly Both Now And After You Are Gone The Trust Lawyers at Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn can help you set up revocable or irrevocable trusts so that your assets are placed in a trust for tax-reduction purposes, shelter reasons and implementation of your intentions, not only during your life, but also after you pass away. The creation of a trust allows you to set up an independent entity that will continue on beyond your lifetime. When you pass on, your trust continues to carry out your wishes. The lawyers at Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn have significant experience in creating many different types of trusts including spendthrift trusts, marital deduction trusts, special needs trusts, generation skipping trusts, minority trusts, education trusts, asset protection trusts, life insurance trusts, revocable living trusts, charitable trusts and testamentary trusts. Types of Trusts Revocable Trusts Irrevocable Trusts Asset Protection Trusts Charitable Trust Constructive Trust Special Needs Trust Spendthrift Trust Tax By-Pass Trust Plan A Secure Future Today There are many advantages to creating trusts including asset protection to you and your loved ones during your life and after your demise. Meeting with one of the estate planning lawyers in the firm will allow you to ask questions and determine what type of trust, if any, may best suit your current needs. Time to protect your assets? Need assistance administering a loved one’s estate? Contact the firm of Hourigan, Kluger and Quinn for a free consultation today.

Telecommunication Law You Are Here: Practice Areas > Business Law > Telecommunication Law Attorneys for Regulations and Disputes Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn provides a variety of telecommunications advice regarding regulation, transactions, and disputes in a variety of sectors, including wireline and broadband, wireless, satellite, and Internet and e-commerce, as well as information technology. Our clients include service providers, equipment suppliers, electric utilities, and governments. If you are a telecommunications company needing assistance with a lease or license, raw land or co-location, or variance or special exception, you have come to the right place. Since the dawn of cellular phone technology, the attorneys at Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn have been at the vanguard of telecommunications law, assisting industry providers in the location, development and construction of cellular telephone communication facilities, known as cell sites or cell towers. Our telecommunications lawyers have developed a base of experience and knowledge in telecommunications law that is unparalleled in Pennsylvania. Telecommunication Issues Land Use Issues Leases, Agreements of Sale Easements and Licenses Subdivision Approval Land-Development Approval Zoning Variances and Special Exceptions Cases Handled with Professionalism. Are you looking for expert guidance from a firm that understands business? Our Business Law Team provides a full range of legal services, including Employment Law, the preparation of Pennsylvania real estate documentation, asset-based and other types of business representation. At Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn, no one will work harder for your business. Meet Our Business Law Team

< Back Champion of Justice: Joseph A. Quinn, Jr Senior Principal of Litigation for Hourigan, Kluger and Quinn’s Personal Injury Team KINGSTON, PA – Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., a distinguished attorney and managing partner at Hourigan, Kluger and Quinn, P.C., has dedicated more than five decades to the pursuit of justice. Since being admitted to the bar in 1966, Quinn has made it his mission to advocate for individuals whose lives have been upended by personal injury and wrongful acts. His hard work and commitment to legal excellence have earned him the prestigious title of "Champion of Justice," awarded by the Pennsylvania Association for Justice (PAJ). Decades of Service to Justice Throughout his career, Quinn has been a steadfast member of PAJ, supporting its efforts to strengthen civil justice. As a “Champion of Justice,” Quinn highlights the importance of financially backing legislative initiatives that protect the rights of individuals harmed by negligence. Quinn points out that jurors, especially in non-urban areas, are increasingly returning significant verdicts to compensate victims and to hold wrongdoers accountable for recklessly indifferent conduct. These verdicts serve not only to provide justice but also to deter future wrongdoing, ensuring that communities remain safe from harm. A Lifelong Learner Quinn attributes much of his success to the wisdom and knowledge he gained from his peers early in his career. He recalls attending numerous educational programs offered by PAJ and other trial lawyer groups, which were instrumental in shaping his approach to litigation. This constant learning, he emphasizes, is a lifelong process for any lawyer who aspires to be credible and effective in the courtroom. His personal relationships with many fellow PAJ members have also played a significant role in his growth, underscoring the collaborative spirit that exists within the organization. Learning in the legal profession, however, is not limited to formal settings. Quinn's career has been enriched by observing and working with some of the best legal minds in Pennsylvania. "It’s through organizations like PAJ that we have the opportunity to become better advocates for those who have been unfairly and seriously disabled by the wrongdoing of others,” he said. His relationships with colleagues have not only shaped his career but also led to meaningful legal reforms that expanded rights for those who have suffered serious injuries. A Legacy of Hard Work and Integrity As a seasoned litigator, Quinn believes that success in the legal profession comes from two essential qualities: hard work and credibility. He has consistently shared this insight with younger attorneys, stressing that these traits transcend the diverse backgrounds, appearances, and approaches lawyers may bring to the courtroom. “There are two magic words that can make the ordinary appear bright, the bright seem brilliant, and the brilliant unbeatable, and those two words are ‘hard work,’” Quinn explains. Credibility, according to Quinn, is the bedrock of any successful trial lawyer. He often advises young attorneys to observe and learn from others but reminds them that credibility in the courtroom is non-negotiable. Standing before a jury and representing a client is a serious responsibility, and the ability to gain and maintain the trust of jurors is critical to delivering justice. A Lifelong Commitment to Justice Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.'s legal career is a testament to the transformative power of perseverance, integrity, and a passion for justice. His work has not only earned him the title of "Champion of Justice" but also the deep respect of his colleagues and clients. As the head of litigation at Hourigan, Kluger and Quinn, P.C., Quinn continues to lead with dedication, ensuring that individuals who have been wronged receive fair compensation. His legacy, built on decades of advocacy, serves as a shining example of what can be achieved when one is truly committed to the principles of justice. Previous Next

Banking and Finance You Are Here: Practice Areas > Business Law > Banking & Finance Leading Attorneys for All Finance Needs Financial service institutions and banks are economic gatekeepers. Commercial clients should employ a banking lawyer to assist in bank financing transactions. Banking and finance law is ever evolving. Pennsylvania and New York banks as well as commercial businesses, property developers and others needing financing, can reach out to the commercial lawyers at Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn negotiating loan documents, discussing structure and restructuring, as well as finding possible alternative financing solutions. Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn represents many of the region’s leading banks, lending institutions and industrial development authorities, as well as private individuals and investors in commercial transactions on matters pertaining to restructuring, workouts, litigation, foreclosure, replevin and bankruptcy related matters. We have one of the largest workout/bankruptcy/foreclosure/litigation departments in the region. The law firm has been ranked as a “Top-Rated Lawyer” in banking and finance by American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell®, a national lawyer-rating firm. In addition, “The Best Lawyers in America,” the nation’s oldest and most respected legal peer-review publication, and U.S. News & World Report have named Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn to its list of “Best Law Firms” in America for banking and finance law. Types of Finance Law Acquisitions Mergers Real Estate Documents Commercial Transactions Debt and Equity Financing Restructuring Meet Our Finance Law Team Are You Looking For Expert Guidance From a Firm That Understands Business? Our Business Law Team provides a full range of legal services, including formation of many different types of entities, Employment Law, the preparation of Pennsylvania real estate documentation, asset-based, stock-based and other types of business representation, and most other aspects for which a business would need legal guidance. At Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn, no one will work harder for your business. Contact Us Today

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