HKQ Law News

SOCIAL MEDIA LEGAL ISSUES IN THE EXTENDED WORKPLACE

March 23rd, 2020 | Lars H. Anderson

Social media is a powerful marketing tool, particularly now that individuals are working from home. It’s employed by over 90% of businesses for that very reason. Most businesses also use social media as part of the recruiting process. However, HKQ Law attorney Lars Anderson cautions that “if it’s not used carefully it can create legal problems for a business.”

Families First Coronavirus Response Act

March 21st, 2020 | Lars H. Anderson

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak the Families First Coronavirus Response Act was enacted by the Federal Government. This Act creates the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act and the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act, enacted by the United States Government. This article focuses on the provisions of the act that affect employers. Legislation was signed by the President on March 18 and therefore the leave provisions will go into effect on April 2.

Workers’ Compensation and Coronavirus

March 18th, 2020 | Donald C. Ligorio

Coronavirus (officially COVID-19) continues to create new and difficult issues in all aspects of American life. The risk of community spread makes it likely that some workers will contract the virus as a result of exposure at their place of employment or as part of their job. Also, workers with limitations caused by injuries unrelated to COVID-19 may find themselves unemployed because of the economic effects of the Coronavirus or precautions put in place to stem the spread of the virus. Depending on the specific circumstances, these infected and/or injured workers may be entitled to Workers’ Compensation Benefits.

CAR ACCIDENTS INVOLVING CONSTRUCTION VEHICLES & WORK ZONES

February 17th, 2020 | Christopher C. Quinn

Pennsylvania has over a quarter million miles of public roads, streets and toll roads. At times, it seems that most of those miles are lined with orange cones. Once we escape the grip of winter, we’ll see a constant stream of construction vehicles on our roads.

LEGAL ISSUES SURROUNDING TELEMEDICINE

January 17th, 2020 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

Some ninety years ago, house calls by doctors were commonplace. Back then, who could have envisioned a doctor appearing in one’s home via a live picture? Radio News magazine did, with a futuristic-looking cover depicting a “radio doctor” linked to the patient not only with audio but also with video. At a time when radios were just starting to appear in American homes, and the first experimental television transmission was still a few years away, Radio News had foreshadowed telemedicine.

Learn more about Telemedicine…

Permission Granted To Build Cell Tower

January 15th, 2020 | Lars H. Anderson, Richard M. Williams

A federal judge handed Verizon a victory Wednesday in its suit against a Pennsylvania town that denied the company permission to build a cell tower on the town's property.

HKQ Law Verizon Telecommunications Tower Win…

Lawsuits for Doctor's Failure to Obtain Informed Consent

January 8th, 2020 | Nicole M. Santo

People experiencing medical issues are often faced with difficult decisions about how the problem should be treated. Before certain procedures/treatments are begun, the patient must provide written “informed consent.”

Informed Consent Failure…

Lawsuits for Doctor's Failure to Obtain Informed Consent

Don't Drink & Drive 2020

December 27th, 2019 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

The tradition of celebrating the end of the year and a fresh start to the New Year, 2020 is right upon us. How you choose to celebrate can start the New Year off on the right foot.

RED ALERT: Flagging Nursing Homes with a History of Mistreatment

December 10th, 2019 | Brian Q. McDonnell

Choosing a nursing home for a loved one can be a complex, emotional decision. Fortunately, there’s a wealth of information on the internet that can help with your decision-making process.

REVIEWING THE UPCOMING OVERTIME PAY RULE CHANGES

December 8th, 2019 | Lars H. Anderson

In recent years, wage and hour settlements have cost U.S. companies in excess of one billion dollars a year. With a new regulation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) going into effect on January 1, 2020, it is important for employers to review the changes, and take measures to avoid costly misclassification of employees.

Law Firm To Sponsor Free Holiday Movie, Disney’s “The Lion King” at Kirby Center

November 22nd, 2019

The law firm of Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn will sponsor a free holiday showing of the popular Disney children’s movie, “The Lion King” on Saturday, Dec. 14, at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Wilkes-Barre.

INSURANCE CLAIM DENIED: BAD COVERAGE OR BAD FAITH?

November 8th, 2019 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

You pay your insurance premiums faithfully. You never filed a claim. But when a freak storm severely damages your home, your claim is denied. Do the circumstances provide a good reason for the denial? Or is your insurance company acting in bad faith?

THE IMPORTANCE OF HIRING AN ATTORNEY TO ASSIST YOU WITH PLANNING YOUR ESTATE

November 2nd, 2019 | Richard S. Bishop

It’s important to have an attorney and a law firm you can trust when a legal matter arises and especially when mapping out your estate plan.

Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Named to 2020 US News and World Report Best Law Firms across Five Areas of Practice

November 1st, 2019

Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn PC is pleased to announce that the Firm has been named to the 2020 US News and World Report and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”.

NURSING HOME ABUSE, NEGLECT AND NEGLIGENCE

October 25th, 2019 | Ryan M. Molitoris

According to statistics compiled by the National Center on Elder Abuse in the United States, more than 30% of all nursing homes in America experience some form of resident abuse, whether it’s by staff or other residents.

THE IMPORTANCE OF HIRING A PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY

October 2nd, 2019 | Christopher C. Quinn

It’s important to have an attorney and a law firm you can trust when a legal matter arises. “Every area of the law abounds with issues which require specialized knowledge of the law and of the court system, especially when it comes to Personal Injury,” says HKQ Law Attorney Christopher Quinn. Without that knowledge, one can get lost in a maze of complex procedures and arcane legal terms. For that reason, it is imperative to have a Personal Injury Attorney by your side.

THE IMPORTANCE OF HIRING A BUSINESS ATTORNEY

October 2nd, 2019 | Kevin M. Walsh, Jr.

It’s important to have an attorney and a law firm you can trust when a legal matter arises. “On the business side, something as seemingly innocuous as a punctuation mark can mean the difference between winning or losing a case,” says HKQ Attorney Kevin M. Walsh, Jr. In the case of O'Connor v. Oakhurst Dairy that involved a lawsuit about overtime pay for delivery drivers, the plaintiff drivers’ duties involved the distribution of perishable foods, including milk, dairy, and other products to Oakhurst Dairy’s customers.

Kingston Borough Trunk or Treat to Take Place at HKQ Law

September 27th, 2019

Kingston Borough will hold its Annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 26, 2019, from 5-7pm at the parking lot of HKQ Law, 600 Third Ave., Kingston, PA. The rain date is Sunday, October 27th from 2-4pm, same location. Parking is available for families at the Friedman JCC parking lot.

HKQ Kids Announces Free Car Seat Checkup Event

September 13th, 2019

Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Fund for Children’s Advocacy, also known as HKQ Kids will be sponsoring a Car Seat Safety Check in the parking lot of HKQ Law, 600 Third St., Kingston PA. Certified car seat specialists from Greater Pittston Regional Ambulance will be performing the safety checks from 10am-2pm on Saturday, October 12th, 2019.

Lawsuits Filed Against the Diocese of Scranton, Bishop James Timlin and Bishop Joseph Bambera

August 28th, 2019 | Kevin C. Quinn, Christopher C. Quinn

At 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 28, 2019, Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Attorneys Kevin C. Quinn, Esq. and Christopher C. Quinn, Esq. will be filing separate lawsuits in the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas against The Diocese of Scranton, Bishop James Timlin and Bishop Joseph Bambera on behalf of four men who seek to hold the Diocese and its Bishops accountable for their role in: creating and fostering an environment that allowed and encouraged sexually deviant and predatory Priests to prey upon and forcibly rape, sodomize and sexually molest innocent young boys; and then conspiring to withhold and safeguard known information of such heinous acts perpetrated by Diocesan Priests.

Donald C. Ligorio, Esq. Named Workers’ Compensation Lawyer of the Year, 2020 Best Lawyers® in America, NEPA Region

August 15th, 2019 | Donald C. Ligorio

Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn PC is pleased to announce that Donald C. Ligorio, Esq. has been named Lawyer of the Year for Workers’ Compensation in the NEPA Region of the 2020 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. Attorney Ligorio has also been named in the Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs category.

Nine Attorneys at HKQ Law Named to 2020 Best Lawyers® in America List

August 15th, 2019

Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn PC is pleased to announce that nine of the firm’s lawyers have been named, in multiple categories, to the 2020 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.

Fourteen HKQ Law Attorneys Awarded Martindale-Hubbell Distinctions

August 9th, 2019

Six attorneys and principals in the law firm of Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn, have been awarded the highest 2019 Judicial AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell distinction.

Deepest Sympathies on the passing of Attorney Arthur L. Piccone

August 5th, 2019

It is with great sadness and the highest respect that we announce the passing of Attorney Arthur L. Piccone. Attorney Piccone was a Principal Member of HKQ Law’s Business Team. His areas of concentration were commercial litigation and corporate law. He practiced law for 61 years, with over 40 of those years serving with HKQ Law.

Attorney Richard M. Goldberg Awarded Highest Martindale-Hubbell Distinction 2019

July 29th, 2019 | Richard M. Goldberg

Attorney Richard M. Goldberg, a principal in the law firm of Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn, has been awarded the highest 2019 Judicial AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell distinction.

ELEVATOR ACCIDENTS ARE RARE, BUT CAN BE DEVASTATING

July 29th, 2019 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

There are an estimated 900,000 elevators in the United States. Combined, they make 18 billion passenger trips each year, traveling 1.36 billion miles during that year.

CATHOLIC CHURCH OFFERS CASH TO SETTLE ABUSE CLAIMS - WITH A CATCH

July 11th, 2019 | Kevin C. Quinn

A potential flood of lawsuits has spurred the Catholic Church to offer mediation, only if accusers agree not to sue. (Attributed to WSJ.com)

FILING A SEXUAL ABUSE OR SEXUAL ASSAULT LAWSUIT

July 11th, 2019 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

Every 98 seconds someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted. About one in 10 children will be sexually abused before his or her 18th birthday. One in 5 women and one in 16 men are sexually assaulted while in college. These statistics demonstrate the pervasiveness of sexual crimes in our country.

FILING A SEXUAL ABUSE OR SEXUAL ASSAULT LAWSUIT…

THE PERILS OF SUMMER DRIVING

July 5th, 2019 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

Summer brings balmy weather, longer daylight hours, vacations, family road trips… and unfortunately, more vehicle accidents than any other time of year. Twenty percent more miles are driven in June, July, and August than in December, January, and February. But the increased traffic alone does not account for the 29% increase in accident fatalities in the summer. HKQ Law Personal Injury Attorney Michael Lombardo notes that “There are other factors which we will examine here.”

Summer Car Accidents…

HKQ Kids Announces 12th Annual Bike Helmet Giveaway

June 4th, 2019

For the twelfth year in a row, the Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn Fund for Children’s Advocacy, also known as HKQ Kids, will give away free bicycle helmets to hundreds of Northeastern Pennsylvania children as part of its ongoing efforts to promote child safety in the region.

WHAT IS AUTOMOBILE NEGLIGENCE?

June 4th, 2019 | Donald C. Ligorio

Most motor vehicle lawsuits are brought under the legal principle of negligence which is defined as "the failure to exercise the standard of care that a reasonably prudent person would have exercised in a similar situation.” As HKQ Law Attorney Don Ligorio explains, “in Pennsylvania the individual initiating a negligence claim – the plaintiff – must establish four elements”.

PERSONAL INJURY AND WRONGFUL DEATH LAWSUITS IN TRUCK ACCIDENTS

May 21st, 2019 | Christopher C. Quinn

Every year, nationally, there are approximately half a million accidents involving large trucks (those with a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 10,000 pounds). The results are devastating. Over a recent five-year period, these types of accidents resulted in an average of over 4,000 deaths and nearly 115,000 injuries every year.

Attorney Joseph A. Quinn, Jr. Named to 2019 Super Lawyers Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania List

May 9th, 2019 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn PC is pleased to announce Attorney Joseph A. Quinn, Jr. has been named to the 2019 Super Lawyers® Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania List. Attorney Quinn has also been named to the 2019 Super Lawyers® List for Medical Malpractice Law.

Six Attorneys at Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn PC Named to 2019 Super Lawyers List

May 9th, 2019

Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn PC is pleased to announce that six of the firm’s Lawyers have been named to the 2019 Super Lawyers® List. No more than five percent of the lawyers in Pennsylvania are selected by Super Lawyers.

Attorney Nicole M Santo Named Top 10 Under 40

April 29th, 2019 | Nicole M. Santo

Attorney Nicole M. Santo, HKQ Law, Kingston, PA has been named to the Top 10 Under 40 in Pennsylvania by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys for the second year in a row.

BRAIN INJURY LAWSUITS

April 29th, 2019 | Michelle M. Quinn

Although data is limited, estimates indicate that over five million persons in the United States are living with a brain injury related disability. Every 15 seconds, a brain injury is suffered by someone in America. Each year, head injuries result in more than 70,000 deaths.

Takata Air Bag Failures Expanded - April 2019

April 23rd, 2019 | Nicole M. Santo

APRIL 2019 UPDATE: the US expands probe into air bag failures to 12.3M vehicles

TACKLING THE CHALLENGES OF REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS & CHALLENGING TAX ASSESSMENTS

April 3rd, 2019 | Brian P. Stahl, Kevin M. Walsh, Jr.

Buying or selling real estate can be a complex undertaking. Owning it can be taxing from a financial standpoint. Fortunately, HKQ Law can help bring simplicity to real estate transactions and provide relief from excessive property taxes.

2018 RECALLS: A to Z

March 29th, 2019 | Nicole M. Santo

From Audi Roadsters to Zoe’s Cookies, 2018 witnessed the recall of some 34 million products. HKQ Law personal injury attorney Nicole Santo views that stunning number as a “stark reminder of the need to be vigilant with products that we use in our everyday lives or those that are administered to us.”

NAVIGATING PENNSYLVANIA’S COMPLEX LAWS IN A DOG ATTACK LAWSUIT

March 1st, 2019 | Ryan M. Molitoris

HKQ Law Personal Injury Attorney Ryan Molitoris notes that “Pennsylvania ranked fourth among states for dog bite claims in 2017.” Dog bites can sometimes result in serious and even fatal injuries. For small children, dog attacks can be catastrophic.

THE HIGH COST OF WORKPLACE DISABILITY DISCRIMINATION

February 18th, 2019 | Richard M. Goldberg

After trending upward for years, charge filings for job discrimination related to disability reached an all-time high two years ago. Which means an increasing number of employers can be facing substantial financial consequences for non-compliance. So how does an employer avoid running afoul of anti-discrimination laws? It’s essential to be familiar with the pertinent laws.

Automakers including Subaru, VW and BMW recall 1.7 million cars with fatal airbags

February 9th, 2019 | Nicole M. Santo

Subaru, Tesla, BMW, Volkswagen, Daimler Vans, Mercedes and Ferrari are recalling about 1.7 million vehicles to replace potentially deadly air bag inflators made by Takata Corp. of Japan.

COMPLYING WITH THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT

February 4th, 2019 | Lars H. Anderson

Enacted in 1993, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was based on the principle that a worker should not have to choose between a job and their family. It made the healthy development of babies, healthy families, and healthy workplaces a priority. FMLA requires covered employers to provide employees with job-protected and unpaid leave for qualified medical and family reasons. The federal labor law has been used more than 100 million times to help workers balance the demands of the workplace with the needs of their families and their own health.

Quarterly Vehicle Safety Watch List (2019) Tracks Top 15 Potential Vehicle Defects

January 31st, 2019

The Safety Institute recently published its 2019 Quarterly Safety Watch List, which tracks 15 top potential vehicle defects to watch.

ATTORNEY RYAN M. MOLITORIS JOINS PERSONAL INJURY TEAM at HKQ LAW

January 28th, 2019 | Ryan M. Molitoris

The shareholders at HKQ Law are pleased to announce the addition of Attorney Ryan M. Molitoris to their Personal Injury Team. Attorney Molitoris will be providing legal counsel to Personal Injury clients throughout Northeastern PA, focusing on Product Liability, Medical Malpractice and Premises Liability. He will be based in the firm’s Kingston office at 600 Third Avenue.

ATTORNEY KEVIN M. WALSH, JR. JOINS COMMERCIAL TEAM at HKQ LAW

January 14th, 2019 | Kevin M. Walsh, Jr.

The shareholders at HKQ Law are pleased to announce the addition of Attorney Kevin M. Walsh, Jr. to their Commercial Team. Attorney Walsh will be providing legal counsel to Commercial clients throughout Northeastern PA, specializing in Real Estate Transactions, Banking and Creditors’ Rights, Zoning, and Tax Assessment Appeals matters. He will be based in the firm’s Kingston office at 600 Third Avenue.

ATTORNEY CHRISTOPHER C. QUINN JOINS PERSONAL INJURY TEAM at HKQ LAW

January 2nd, 2019 | Christopher C. Quinn

The shareholders at HKQ Law are pleased to announce the addition of Attorney Christopher C. Quinn to their Personal Injury Team. Attorney Quinn will be providing legal counsel to Personal Injury clients throughout Northeastern PA, specializing in Product Liability, Medical Malpractice and Auto Negligence.

ESTATE PLANNING FOR BLENDED FAMILIES, SAME-SEX COUPLES, AND UNMARRIED COUPLES.

December 28th, 2018 | Joseph E. Kluger

For “traditional” families, estate planning is a proven method of preserving and distributing assets. “For ‘blended’ families, such as unmarried couples and same-sex couples, estate planning is absolutely essential”, notes HKQ Law Attorney Joseph Kluger.

Non-Traditional Family Estate Planning…

ESTATE PLANNING FOR BLENDED FAMILIES, SAME-SEX COUPLES, AND UNMARRIED COUPLES.

Start the New Year off on the right foot

December 26th, 2018 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

The tradition of celebrating the end of the year and a fresh start to the New Year, 2019 is right upon us. How you choose to celebrate can start the New Year off on the right foot.

Brian Q. McDonnell NAMED 2019 BEST LAWYER OF THE YEAR

December 3rd, 2018 | Brian Q. McDonnell

HKQ Law is pleased to announce that Brian Q. McDonnell, Esq. has been named Lawyer of the Year for Workers’ Compensation in the NEPA Region of the 2019 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.

Law Firm To Sponsor Free Holiday Movie, “Hotel Transylvania 3” at Kirby Center

November 22nd, 2018

For the 10th year in a row, HKQ Law will sponsor a free holiday showing of the popular animated children’s movie, “Hotel Transylvania 3” on Saturday, Dec. 15, at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Wilkes-Barre.

HKQ Law Free Holiday Movie 2018 Announced…

Law Firm To Sponsor Free Holiday Movie, “Hotel Transylvania 3” at Kirby Center

2018 Trouble in Toyland

November 21st, 2018

The holiday season and toys go hand-in-hand. With so many toys available, and so many places to purchase them, we want to make sure that we are buying toys in 2018 that are not only the most desirable, but the most safe.

Attorney Nicole M. Santo Appointed to Board of the Pennsylvania Association for Justice

November 2nd, 2018 | Nicole M. Santo

Attorney Nicole M. Santo, HKQ Law, Kingston, PA has been appointed to the Board of Governors of the Pennsylvania Association for Justice, Harrisburg, PA.

HKQ Law Attorney Brian Stahl to Present to Veterans at Entrepreneurial Education Program

November 2nd, 2018 | Brian P. Stahl

Attorney Brian Stahl, a Principal on the Business Team at HKQ Law will present to Veterans, active military and their spouses at the Wilkes Barre Chamber of Commerce Think Center’s “Boots to Business Reboot for Veterans and Military Service Members” on November 8th, 2018.

HKQ Law Named to 2019 US News and World Reports Best Law Firms across Five Areas of Practice

November 1st, 2018

HKQ Law is pleased to announce that the Firm has been named to the 2019 US News and World Report and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”.

PRESERVING ASSETS FOR MINORS AND INCAPACITATED INDIVIDUALS

October 23rd, 2018 | Joseph E. Kluger

Trusts can serve a number of purposes, including transferring wealth, reducing taxes, avoiding probate and controlling distribution of assets. HKQ Law Attorney Joseph Kluger points out another important function: “Trusts can be indispensable in preserving assets for those unable to manage financial affairs. Minors’ trusts and special needs trusts are but two examples of such trusts.”

In The Community - Dress For Success Diamond Giveaway

October 5th, 2018 | Nicole M. Santo

HKQ Law In The Community - Attorney Nicole Santo attended the Dress for Success Diamond Giveaway on October 4th.

Quarterly Vehicle Safety Watch List Tracks Top 15 Potential Vehicle Defects 2018

October 4th, 2018

The Safety Institute recently published its 2018 Quarterly Safety Watch List, which tracks 15 top potential vehicle defects to watch.

Quarterly Vehicle Safety Watch List - Top 15 Potential Vehicle Defects…

Quarterly Vehicle Safety Watch List Tracks Top 15 Potential Vehicle Defects 2018

Kristopher’s Law to Hold Elevator Safety Standards to a Higher Level

October 2nd, 2018 | Nicole M. Santo

Tuesday, October 2, 2018 marked the day that Senate Bill 934, known as Kristopher’s Law, was signed by Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf, following a unanimous approval by the Senate Labor and Industry Committee.

Elevator Safety Standards Law…

Kristopher’s Law to Hold Elevator Safety Standards to a Higher Level

TOP 5 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN HIRING A LAWYER

September 28th, 2018 | Michelle M. Quinn

In situations involving simple tasks, individuals or companies may choose to handle small matters on their own. However, in more complicated matters, HKQ Law Attorney Michelle Quinn cautions against going it alone: “A thorough understanding of nuances of the law and the intricacies of legal procedures is essential to achieving your goal.” That makes the services of an attorney indispensable. So how do you find an attorney best suited for your legal needs?

TOP 5 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN HIRING A LAWYER…

Kingston Borough’s 2018 Trunk or Treat to Take Place at HKQ Law

September 17th, 2018

(Kingston, PA) Kingston Borough will hold its Annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 5-7pm at the parking lot of HKQ Law, 600 Third Ave., Kingston, PA.

MOTHER OF TEEN KILLED IN CRASH WHILE BROADCASTING LIVE ON FACEBOOK FILES SUIT

September 13th, 2018 | Kevin C. Quinn

The mother of a Scranton teen killed when a tractor-trailer rammed the rear of her car as she and a passenger broadcast live on Facebook filed a lawsuit against the truck driver and his employer.

Read Article about Teen Killed in Crash Broadcasting on Facebook Live…

MOTHER OF TEEN KILLED IN CRASH WHILE BROADCASTING LIVE ON FACEBOOK FILES SUIT

HKQ Kids Launches New Branding and Website

September 12th, 2018

HKQ Kids is proud to announce the launch of a brand update. The new graphic is a fresh representation that appeals to multiple demographics. It’s bright, primary colors represent youthfulness and diversity with a gentle playfulness. As families evolve and technologies expand, it is important that the HKQ Kids brand represents its mission of keeping kids safe.

Check out HKQ Kids' New Branding & Website…

HKQ Kids Launches New Branding and Website

WHEN CONTRACTORS NEED TO USE SPECIAL TOOLS TO GET PAID

August 31st, 2018 | James T. Shoemaker

Cashflow is the lifeblood of the construction industry. Not being paid for a job can jeopardize a business and threaten future projects.

WHEN CONTRACTORS NEED TO USE SPECIAL TOOLS TO GET PAID…

NAVIGATING LAND DEVELOPMENT AND ZONING REGULATIONS

August 29th, 2018

If you’re contemplating a commercial or industrial development project, you likely will have to navigate your way through complex legal regulations and ordinances. HKQ Law Attorney Richard Williams cautions that “it’s not just the laws that are complex. The entire approval process can be extremely challenging.” Having the guidance of an experienced attorney is invaluable.

NAVIGATING LAND DEVELOPMENT AND ZONING REGULATIONS…

Michelle M. Quinn Named 2019 Best Lawyer of the Year

August 15th, 2018 | Michelle M. Quinn

HKQ Law is pleased to announce that Michelle M. Quinn, Esq. has been named Lawyer of the Year for Medical Malpractice in the NEPA Region of the 2019 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America,

Nine Attorneys at HKQ Law Named to 2019 Best Lawyers List

August 15th, 2018 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Kevin C. Quinn, Michelle M. Quinn, Donald C. Ligorio, Michael A. Lombardo, III, Brian Q. McDonnell, Nicole M. Santo, Richard M. Goldberg, Terrence J. Herron

HKQ Law is pleased to announce that nine of the firm’s lawyers have been named, including the entire Litigation Team, in multiple categories, to the 2019 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.

Read About Our Entire Best Lawyers Personal Injury Team…

Nine Attorneys at HKQ Law Named to 2019 Best Lawyers List

HOW LABOR LAW AND EMPLOYMENT LAW IMPACT YOUR BUSINESS

August 7th, 2018

As a business owner, you are faced with an overabundance of decisions. Many of those decisions can raise potentially complex legal questions, which HKQ Law can assist in answering.

READ HOW LABOR LAW AND EMPLOYMENT LAW IMPACT YOUR BUSINESS…

When surgeons make mistakes

July 25th, 2018 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

HKQ Law Attorney Michael Lombardo notes that “Every year an estimated 4,000 people who undergo surgery are injured by surgical errors”. These preventable mistakes are called “never events” because they never should have happened.

WHEN MEDICATION ERRORS CAUSE HARM

July 22nd, 2018 | Michelle M. Quinn

When someone says the term ‘medication error’ what is the first thing that comes to mind? Perhaps going to the pharmacy to pick up a prescription and realizing you were given the wrong prescription. Or, you may have been given the right prescription, but a serious drug interaction was missed by both your doctor and the pharmacy. Or, you may have been prescribed the wrong medication while you were hospitalized.

LIMITED TORT OR FULL TORT CAR INSURANCE?

July 1st, 2018 | Donald C. Ligorio

Since the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law (MVFRL) was implemented, people purchasing automobile insurance need to choose between a limited tort or full tort option.

Water Safety Tips

June 16th, 2018 | Brian Q. McDonnell

The recent passing of Olympic Athlete Bode Miller’s toddler daughter is a sad reminder of the hazards of swimming pools and children. Unfortunately, Miller’s 19-month-old daughter did not survive a fall in a neighbor’s swimming pool and she drowned. Losing their little girl has been devastating to Bode Miller and his wife, Morgan Beck.

Attorney Kevin C. Quinn Appointed to the Northeastern PA Trial Lawyers Association Board

June 15th, 2018 | Kevin C. Quinn

Attorney Kevin C. Quinn, a principal in the law firm of HKQ Law, (HKQ Law) has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Northeastern PA Trial Lawyers Association. “I am honored, and I look forward to working with a team of my peers to help protect and improve the civil justice system in our region,” said Attorney Quinn.

DISTRACTED WALKING

June 5th, 2018

We have all seen it – people walking through a mall, or down a street while looking down at their phones. Most are texting, messaging, or listening with headphones. Unfortunately, distracted walking can result in dangerous outcomes. As a matter of fact, there has been a 13% increase in pedestrian death rates, particularly in teens, age 12-19, since 2013.

PROTECTING YOUR ASSETS, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR WISHES

June 5th, 2018

You’ve worked hard for everything you have. HKQ Law Attorney Joe Kluger promises that “No one will work harder than us to protect your assets – for yourself and for your family.” HKQ Law will discuss your unique needs then start by setting goals. Then, we’ll help you achieve those goals through our Estate Planning and Administration services.

Michael A. Lombardo, III – Hometown, Pittston

May 26th, 2018 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

The Lombardo family and Pittston – synonymous. You can’t think of one without the other. When you talk to Attorney Michael Lombardo, it’s clear that no one loves his hometown more than he does.

Lawsuit alleges fire department negligence

May 25th, 2018 | Michelle M. Quinn, Michael A. Lombardo, III

WILKES-BARRE — A Back Mountain volunteer fire company was negligent for allowing one of its officers to engage in sexual relations with a junior firefighter who should not have been permitted to join, a suit alleges.

HKQ Law Attorney Lars H. Anderson to Present “Understanding Sexual Harassment Laws for Your Workplace”

May 23rd, 2018 | Lars H. Anderson

Attorney Lars H. Anderson, HKQ Law, will present “Understanding Sexual Harassment Laws for Your Workplace” on Thursday, May 24th at the THINK Center, Wilkes-Barre, PA. The presentation, hosted by the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce, will be held from 11:30-1pm. The event is free to attend, but participants must register online at www.wilkes-barre.org. A livestream will also be available on the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

Read About Lars Anderson's Sexual Harassment Laws Presentation…

HKQ Law Attorney Lars H. Anderson to Present “Understanding Sexual Harassment Laws for Your Workplace”

Seven Attorneys at HKQ Law PC Named to 2018 Super Lawyers® List

May 18th, 2018

HKQ Law is pleased to announce that seven of the firm’s Lawyers have been named to the 2018 Super Lawyers® List. No more than five percent of the lawyers in Pennsylvania are selected by Super Lawyers.

Attorney Joseph A. Quinn, Jr. Named to Super Lawyers® Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania List

May 18th, 2018 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

HKQ Law is pleased to announce Attorney Joseph A. Quinn, Jr. has been named to the 2018 Super Lawyers® Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania List. Attorney Quinn has also been named to the 2018 Super Lawyers® List for Medical Malpractice Law.

Read About HKQ Law Personal Injury Lawyer, Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.'s Achievement…

Attorney Joseph A. Quinn, Jr. Named to Super Lawyers® Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania List

HKQ KIDS ANNOUNCES 11th ANNUAL BICYCLE HELMET GIVEAWAY

May 14th, 2018

For the eleventh year in a row, the HKQ Law Fund for Children’s Advocacy, also known as HKQ Kids, will give away free bicycle helmets to hundreds of Northeastern Pennsylvania children as part of its ongoing efforts to promote child safety in the region.

Attorney Richard M. Goldberg Awarded Highest Martindale-Hubbell Distinction

April 30th, 2018 | Richard M. Goldberg

Attorney Richard M. Goldberg, a principal in the law firm of HKQ Law, has been awarded the highest 2018 Judicial AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell distinction.

Read about HKQ Law, Attorney Richard M. Goldberg's Award…

Attorney Richard M. Goldberg Awarded Highest Martindale-Hubbell Distinction

Santo Honored by National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys

April 27th, 2018 | Nicole M. Santo

Attorney Nicole M. Santo, HKQ Law, Kingston, PA has been named to the Top 10 Under 40 in Pennsylvania by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys.

Read about HKQ Law, Personal Injury Lawyer Nicole M. Santo's Honor…

Santo Honored by National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys

Attorneys Joseph A. Quinn Jr. and Nicole Santo Present at Northeast PA Trial Lawyers Association

April 27th, 2018 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Nicole M. Santo

Attorneys Joseph A. Quinn, Jr. and Nicole Santo presented at the Northeast PA Trial Lawyers Association's Trial Advocacy Series Seminar, Personal Injury Potpourri, today at the Mohegan Sun, Wilkes-Barre.

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Attorneys Joseph A. Quinn Jr. and Nicole Santo Present at Northeast PA Trial Lawyers Association

OBTAINING MEDICAL RECORDS

April 13th, 2018 | Kevin C. Quinn

If you feel that you or a loved one have been injured as a result of medical negligence, it is essential to obtain copies of the medical records which pertain to the questionable medical care.

Read About Obtaining Medical Records by HKQ Law Personal Injury Lawyer, Kevin C. Quinn…

SUING THE GOVERNMENT

March 27th, 2018 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

Many people wrongly assume that the government can’t be sued. The fact is, the government does enjoy broad immunity from liability for injury victims’ damages, but that immunity is not absolute. There are a number of circumstances under which one can seek recovery for damages from the federal or state government or a local municipality.

CONSTITUTION REQUIRES UNIFORMITY IN PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENTS – ARE YOU OVER TAXED?

March 20th, 2018 | Brian P. Stahl

Typical commercial or industrial property values are substantially higher than their residential counterparts. With that said, when a Pennsylvania taxing district decides to appeal the assessments of some of the properties within its boundaries, concentrating solely on commercial or industrial properties may seem like a sound strategy. After all, raising the assessments on non-residential properties would usually result in a greater tax-revenue increase than doing the same with under-assessed single-family homes.

Are You Over Taxed?…

GENERAL MOTORS’ ALARMING SILENCE

March 11th, 2018 | Donald C. Ligorio

Introduced to U.S. car buyers in 2002, keyless ignition systems brought drivers a small measure of convenience. But they also created some big problems -- vehicle rollaways and carbon monoxide poisonings. “When you purchase a vehicle, you assume that it has met safety standards. Unfortunately, this is not always the case,” says Attorney Donald Ligorio, Personal Injury Attorney, HKQ Law.

When Irish Eyes are Smiling - Celebrate Safe, Don't Drink and Drive

March 1st, 2018 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

The tradition of celebrating the tradition of St. Patrick"s Day is right upon us as Spring is right around the corner, days are getting a little longer, and the weather is starting to improve, thousands of residents in our area will celebrate on Parade Day.

THE DANGERS OF DISTRACTED DRIVING

February 19th, 2018 | Michelle M. Quinn

How long does it take to read this rather short, not so complicated sentence? A little under five seconds. But if you’re driving at 45 miles per hour while reading it, that’s enough time to travel the length of a football field – three hundred feet -- without looking at the road. It sounds incredibly dangerous, and it is. Yet at any given moment during the day, about 660,000 drivers are using cell phones or other electronic devices while driving in the United States.

AFTER AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT

February 5th, 2018 | Nicole M. Santo

Statistics show that the average driver will be involved in four accidents during his or her lifetime. HKQ Law Attorney Nicole Santo points out “while we never know when accidents will happen, we can be prepared for when they do.” One way to prepare is to keep an “accident kit” in your car. Recommended items include an accident checklist, flashlight, set of cones or warning triangles. Remember, safety first.

Lawyers: Elevator maker unhelpful in corrections officer death suit

February 3rd, 2018 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Michael A. Lombardo, III, Nicole M. Santo

A court filing this week by the estate of a Luzerne County corrections officer killed in a prison-elevator accident suggests manufacturer Schindler Elevator Corp. is being unhelpful in the discovery process.

SLIPPING AND SLIDING

January 19th, 2018 | Kevin C. Quinn

For all of its beauty, winter can be an unpredictable time. Attorney Kevin C. Quinn and the team at HKQ Law want to help you and your family deal with this season’s pitfalls. In this article, we’ll explore a few challenges that we face when traveling by car and or foot.

COPING WITH THE COLD

January 17th, 2018 | Brian Q. McDonnell

For all of its beauty, winter can be an unpredictable time. Attorney Brian Q. McDonnell and the team at HKQ Law want to help you and your family deal with this season’s pitfalls. In this article, we’ll explore some health-related issues that winter brings with it.

2017 Recalls: From Food to Furniture

December 28th, 2017 | Nicole M. Santo

Hash browns contaminated with “extraneous golf ball materials.” Human hair found in dextrose intended to treat hypoglycemia in infants. Those are but two of the incidents that led to product recalls in 2017. “With so many products being sold and consumed, in a multitude of ways, it is important that we take a proactive approach to the items that are administered to us or that we purchase on a daily basis,” said Nicole M. Santo, Personal Injury Attorney, HKQ Law.

THIS NEW YEAR, RESOLVE YOUR ESTATE PLANNING

December 15th, 2017 | Terrence J. Herron

New Year’s Resolutions - people have been making them for over 4,000 years. The Ancient Babylonians held celebrations in honor of the new year, which for them started in mid-March when the crops were planted. Promises were made to the gods to pay their debts and return any objects they had borrowed. The Babylonians believed that if they kept their word, their gods would bestow favor on them for the coming year. Those promises are considered the forerunners of our New Year’s resolutions.

“WHO’S AT FAULT?”

November 29th, 2017 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

Personal injury cases, including falls and motor vehicle crashes, are usually based on the legal concept of negligence. “Generally speaking, negligence constitutes a failure to use reasonable care”, notes HKQ Personal Injury Attorney Michael Lombardo.

Who's At Fault?…

Law Firm To Sponsor Free Holiday Movie, Disney’s “Moana,” at Kirby Center

November 24th, 2017

The law firm of HKQ Law will sponsor a free holiday showing of the popular animated children’s movie, Disney’s “Moana,” on Saturday, Dec. 9, at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Wilkes-Barre. It is the ninth year in a row that the law firm, headquartered in Kingston with offices in Scranton, has sponsored a free holiday movie at the Kirby Center. Doors will open at noon. and the movie will start at 2 p.m. Every child will receive a free drink and popcorn, and they will receive a free gift. The movie is open to all families with children under 12 years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Seating will be limited to the first 1,800 people on a first-come, first-served basis. “It gives us so much joy to be able to bring smiles to the faces of children from our community during the holidays,” said Attorney Joe Quinn, a senior principal at the law firm. “It’s an annual tradition that everyone at our law firm truly enjoys.”

CLICK HERE FOR THE 2017 MOVIE DETAILS…

Law Firm To Sponsor Free Holiday Movie, Disney’s “Moana,” at Kirby Center

Wireline to Wireless, Untangling the Complexity of Telecommunications Law

November 20th, 2017 | Richard M. Williams

The ubiquitous wireless phone. A telecommunications device designed to make it easier to speak and communicate with other people. Telecommunications laws, on the other hand, are very complex. Fortunately, HKQ Law has assisted the telecommunications industry with diverse issues since the dawn of cellular phone technology – back when cell phones weighed two and a half pounds and cost as much as $4,000.

HKQ Law Named to 2018 US News and World Reports Best Law Firms

November 1st, 2017

HKQ Law is pleased to announce that the Firm has been named to the 2018 US News and World Report and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”. HKQ Law received a Metropolitan Tier 1 designation, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Product Liability - Plaintiffs, Northeastern Pennsylvania and Allentown Lehigh Valley.

HKQ Law Named To 2018 Best Law Firms…

HKQ Law Named to 2018 US News and World Reports Best Law Firms

MALPRACTICE: WHEN MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS MAKE MISTAKES

October 26th, 2017 | Michelle M. Quinn

Medical professionals can perform lifesaving procedures. But, they can also make mistakes -- errors that can lead to serious health issues, or worse. Johns Hopkins’ patient safety experts have calculated that more than 250,000 deaths per year in the United States are due to medical error.

Read About Medical Malpractice…

MALPRACTICE: WHEN MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS MAKE MISTAKES

HOW AN ATTORNEY CAN HELP WITH THE SSDI/SSI PROCESS

October 19th, 2017 | Donald C. Ligorio

In Pennsylvania, workers suffering from a work injury or illness may qualify for Workers’ Compensation. People who are unable to work due to non-work related injuries or medical condition aren’t eligible for Workers’ Compensation.

SSDI & SSI Process Explained…

HOW AN ATTORNEY CAN HELP WITH THE SSDI/SSI PROCESS

Easing the complexity of commercial real estate transactions

September 29th, 2017 | Richard M. Williams

While buying or selling a home can sometimes be a challenge, commercial real estate transactions can be extremely complicated. The risk and potential liability involved in commercial real estate transactions generally are much greater, and, in order to mitigate liability issues, commercial sales, purchases and leases are usually made by an entity such as a corporation or limited liability company.

Quarterly Vehicle Safety Watch List Tracks Top 15 Potential Vehicle Defects

September 22nd, 2017

The Safety Institute recently published its 2017 Quarterly Safety Watch List, which tracks 15 top potential vehicle defects to watch. The Vehicle Safety Watch List Analytics and NHTSA Enforcement Monitoring Program is sponsored by Ken and Beth Melton, Cobb County, Georgia whose daughter died in a car crash in 2010.

Review September 2017's Vehicle Defect Listing…

Quarterly Vehicle Safety Watch List Tracks Top 15 Potential Vehicle Defects

Verizon Wireless Claims Denial Unlawful

September 18th, 2017 | Lars H. Anderson, Richard M. Williams

Northeast Pennsylvania SMSA Limited Partnership, doing business as Verizon Wireless, recently filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.

Read About Verizon Wireless vs. Smithfield Township…

LAWSUIT ALLEGES THAT NEGLIGENT POST-OPERATIVE MEDICAL CARE CAUSED DEATH OF 78 YEAR OLD LOCAL WOMAN

September 12th, 2017 | Kevin C. Quinn, Michael A. Lombardo, III, Nicole M. Santo

The family of Pasqualina Parente, a 78 year old Pittston woman, has filed a lawsuit in the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas alleging that Mrs. Parente’s sepsis-related death in January of 2016 was the result of negligent care she received following an uncomplicated, routine colostomy reversal performed by Dr. Imran Saeed at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital (WBGH), which is part of the Commonwealth Health network.

FAMILY BLAMES LOCAL HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM PHYSICIAN FOR DEATH OF 68 YEAR OLD WOMAN

September 8th, 2017 | Kevin C. Quinn, Michelle M. Quinn

The family of a 68 year old woman from Effort, Pennsylvania has filed a lawsuit in the Monroe County Court of Common Pleas alleging that a local Hospital and Emergency Room physician caused the woman's untimely sepsis-related death by failing to properly diagnose and treat clear signs and symptoms of her brewing infection in violation of applicable standards of care.

Details of 68 Year Old Woman's Death…

FAMILY BLAMES LOCAL HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM PHYSICIAN FOR DEATH OF 68 YEAR OLD WOMAN

Kingston Borough’s Trunk or Treat to Take Place at HKQ Law

September 8th, 2017

Kingston Borough will hold it’s Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 28, 2017, from 5-7pm at the parking lot of HKQ Law, 600 Third Ave., Kingston, PA.

Preparing for Back to School

September 8th, 2017

As summer comes to an end, it’s hard to believe the summer break went so fast. Planning ahead can help your kids get back into the swing of school again, without missing a beat.

Read About Getting Back to School…

MAKING SURE THAT WORKERS’ COMPENSATION WORKS FOR YOU

September 6th, 2017 | Donald C. Ligorio

Every year, more than 4.5 million workers in the United States suffer a serious job-related injury or illness. Many will be unable to work for a long period of time. Some will never be able to work again. All will face the prospect of medical expenses and lost wages.

Learn more about Workers' Compensation…

MAKING SURE THAT WORKERS’ COMPENSATION WORKS FOR YOU

Seven Attorneys at HKQ Law PC Named to 2018 Best Lawyers List

August 15th, 2017 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Kevin C. Quinn, Michelle M. Quinn, Donald C. Ligorio, Brian Q. McDonnell, Richard M. Goldberg, Terrence J. Herron

HKQ Law is pleased to announce that seven of the firm’s Lawyers have been named, in multiple categories, to the 2018 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.

HKQ Law Named to 2018 Best Lawyers List…

Seven Attorneys at HKQ Law PC Named to 2018 Best Lawyers List

MICHELLE M. QUINN, ESQ. NAMED LAWYER OF THE YEAR, 2018 BEST LAWYERS®, NEPA REGION

August 15th, 2017 | Michelle M. Quinn

(Kingston, PA, August 15, 2017) HKQ Law is pleased to announce that Michelle M. Quinn, Esq. has been named Lawyer of the Year, NEPA Region - Product Liability Litigation, of the 2018 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. Attorney Quinn has also been named in the following categories: Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs; Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs; Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs.

Michelle M. Quinn, Esq. Named Lawyer of the Year...…

Healthy Eating Tips

August 11th, 2017 | Brian Q. McDonnell

Summertime usually means you are on the go. And sometimes, planning meals can take a backseat to a full list of other activities. Family parks, beaches and lakes are usually filled with fast foods high in calories and fat, and low in nutrition. Taking a few minutes to fit in a little meal planning can make a big difference in keeping your nutrition plan on track.

Tips on Healthy Summer Eating…

Summer Play, Preventing Outside Injuries

August 4th, 2017 | Donald C. Ligorio

Longer days, warmer days and bright sunshine is an invitation for outside play. A few simple steps will help you and your kids stay safe so you can enjoy all that summer in northeast pa has to offer!

Prevent Summer Injuries…

Summer Play, Preventing Outside Injuries

10 Years, 10,000 Helmets!

July 31st, 2017

Since HKQ Kids started the helmet program in 2008, the organization founded by personal injury Attorney Joe Quinn of the law firm of HKQ Law has distributed more than 10,000 free bike helmets.

Summer Road Trips = Car Seat Safety Checks

July 28th, 2017 | Richard M. Williams

Warm, sunny days bring out more impromptu rides and road trips! Whether it’s a short trip for an ice-cream cone, or a several hour drive to the shore, make sure your little ones are buckled in securely and safely when you venture out on the road.

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Summer Road Trips = Car Seat Safety Checks

Summer Jobs for Teens

July 21st, 2017

Summertime is prime time for some great part-time jobs for teens. It’s a great way for teens to stay busy over the summer, develop responsibility and communication skills, while earning a little spending money. However, there are some restrictions and safety measures to keep in mind as your teens head out to work.

Read About Teen Summer Jobs…

ELDER FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION

July 20th, 2017 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

It’s been called the “Crime of the 21st Century”. The Older Americans Act of 2006 defines elder financial exploitation as “the fraudulent or otherwise illegal, unauthorized, or improper act or process of an individual, including a caregiver or fiduciary, that uses the resources of an older individual for monetary or personal benefit, profit, or gain, or that results in depriving an older individual of rightful access to, or use of, benefits, resources, belongings, or assets.”

Read About Elder Financial Exploitation…

DIAMONDS TO ATTORNEY JOSEPH QUINN AND HKQ LAW

July 7th, 2017

It’s nice to see successful people giving back, and for one full decade now, Joe and the firm’s employees have donated their time to organize and personally distribute free bicycle helmets to kids 12 and under (might we add that adults should wear helmets too.

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DIAMONDS TO ATTORNEY JOSEPH QUINN AND HKQ LAW

Attorney Santo Chairs Dress for Success Luzerne County's 2nd Annual Golf Tournament

June 28th, 2017 | Nicole M. Santo

Attorney Nicole M. Santo, HKQ Law, recently chaired Dress for Success Luzerne County’s 2nd annual Links Fore Success Golf Tournament, which was held on June 26th, 2017. The event was held on a beautiful Monday at Huntsville Golf Club, Dallas, PA. Attorney Santo worked with Dress for Success Board members to help plan and organize the event.

PLUNGING INTO DANGER: DELAYED DROWNING AND OTHER WATER RISKS

June 28th, 2017 | Michelle M. Quinn

Along with high temperatures, summer often means aquatic adventures. While water can offer a refreshing break from the heat, HKQ Law Personal Injury Attorney Michelle Quinn cautions that “it can also be filled with danger”.

Lars H. Anderson to be named 2017-18 Wilkes-Barre Rotary Club President

June 27th, 2017 | Lars H. Anderson

Attorney Lars H. Anderson, a Principal on the Business Team at HKQ Law will be named Wilkes-Barre Rotary Club President for the 2017-18 term beginning July 11, 2017.

EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION BASED ON SEXUAL ORIENTATION PROHIBITED

June 18th, 2017 | Lars H. Anderson

It began in 2009 when someone reported seeing Ivy Tech Community College adjunct professor Kimberly Hively kiss her girlfriend goodbye in a car in the campus parking lot. The next day, Hively received a phone call at home from a college administrator, who reminded Hively of her duty to “appear professional at all times”.

Nursing Homes: Choosing, Paying & Monitoring Abuse

June 15th, 2017 | Richard S. Bishop

The decision to move into a nursing home, or to place a loved one in a nursing home, can be extremely difficult. Finding the “right” nursing home can also be difficult. At HKQ Law, we want to help make the process a little easier for you. Here are some tips.

RECALLING MAJOR PRODUCT RECALLS

June 7th, 2017 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Personal Injury Attorney at HKQ Law, encourages you to be proactive with recalls. Take the time to fill out product registrations so you can be contacted in the event of a recall. (Many children’s products must be accompanied by registration cards for that very reason.)

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Hourigan Kluger & Quinn Fund for Children’s Advocacy (HKQ Kids) Announces 10th Annual Bike Helmet Giveaway

June 1st, 2017

For the tenth year in a row, the HKQ Law Fund for Children’s Advocacy, also known as HKQ Kids, will give away free bicycle helmets to hundreds of Northeastern Pennsylvania children as part of its ongoing efforts to promote child safety in the region.

Read About 2017's Helmet GiveawayS…

Attorney Kevin C. Quinn Earns 5-Star Rating From Martindale-Hubbell®.

May 23rd, 2017 | Kevin C. Quinn

HKQ Law is proud to announce that Attorney Kevin C. Quinn has received Martindale-Hubbell’s highest Peer Review Rating in Commercial Litigation and Personal Injury. With that rating, Attorney Quinn achieved AV Preeminent® status, the highest level of professional excellence.

Read about Attorney Kevin Quinn's Martindale-Hubbell 5-Star Rating…

Attorney Kevin C. Quinn Earns 5-Star Rating From Martindale-Hubbell®.

AN ATTORNEY CAN HELP YOU WHEN BUYING OR SELLING A HOME

May 17th, 2017 | Joseph E. Kluger, Brian P. Stahl, Richard M. Williams

For most people, purchasing a home is one of the largest and most important investments they will make in their lifetime. It can be a daunting undertaking with its complicated procedures and complex legal documents.

Read Tips on Buying or Selling A Home…

AN ATTORNEY CAN HELP YOU WHEN BUYING OR SELLING A HOME

Six Attorneys at HKQ Law PC Named to 2017 Super Lawyers ® List

May 12th, 2017 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Donald C. Ligorio, Michael A. Lombardo, III, Nicole M. Santo, Lars H. Anderson, Brian P. Stahl

HKQ Law is pleased to announce that six of the firm's Lawyers have been named to the 2017 Super Lawyers List. No more than five percent of the lawyers in Pennsylvania are selected by Super Lawyers.

Attorney Allan M. Kluger honored by The Luzerne Foundation

May 4th, 2017 | Allan M. Kluger

The Luzerne Foundation will honor Attorney Allan M. Kluger, President and Senior Partner of HKQ Law on Wednesday, May 10th, 2017 at their Annual Meeting. Attorney Kluger will be presented with the Mary Bevevino Community Service Award.

Hard work earns Readers" Voice Award For HKQ Law.

May 4th, 2017

HKQ's hard work is one of the reasons for the firm being recognized as Best Attorney Personal Injury in the Citizens" Voice 2017 Readers" Voice Awards.

HKQ Law"s Richard Goldberg Rated Preeminent Lawyer for 15th Straight Year

April 30th, 2017

Attorney Richard Goldberg, a principal in HKQ Law"s Business Team, has received Martindale-Hubbell"s AV Preeminent Lawyer Rating, which is a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence.

Attorney Joseph A. Quinn Jr. to Speak at Committee For Justice For All Seminar

April 30th, 2017

Attorney Joseph A. Quinn, Jr. will speak at a seminar sponsored by The Committee for Justice for All on Wednesday, April 26, 2017, at the Mohegan Sun, Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Hard work earns Reader's Voice Award For HKQ Law

April 30th, 2017

HKQ Law is being recognized as Best Attorney Personal Injury in the Citizens" Voice 2017 Readers" Voice Awards.

Hard work gets results for HKQ Law and it clients.

April 30th, 2017

The attorneys at HKQ Law have been honored as Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms by US News and World Reports, and have received the AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbel.

EXPLORING THE BENEFITS OF TRUSTS

April 11th, 2017 | Richard S. Bishop

Trusts are a complicated subject matter. Creating a trust could be a daunting process. It"s not your typical do-it-yourself project. Trusts are best handled by a qualified, experienced attorney, notes HKQ Law"s trust attorney Richard Bishop.

MAKING PROPERTY TAXES MORE APPEALING

March 31st, 2017 | Brian P. Stahl

Property taxes can be very costly, especially for commercial and industrial properties. If those taxes are based on inaccurate assessments, you could be paying thousands of dollars more than you should be, says Attorney Brian Stahl, HKQ Law.

Injuries, recalls related to nursery products on the rise

March 31st, 2017 | Michelle M. Quinn

A new report shows that injuries related to nursery products such as cribs and baby carriers are on the rise, and that the items are recalled more than any other children"s product category.

Quarterly Vehicle Safety Watch List

March 31st, 2017

The Safety Institute recently published its Quarterly Safety Watch List, which tracks 15 top potential vehicle defects to watch.

TORT REFORM OR RIGHTS REPEAL?

March 31st, 2017 | Michelle M. Quinn

A tort is civil wrong for which a remedy may be obtained, usually in the form of damages. Tortious conduct could be an act or a failure to act. The purpose of tort law is to compensate the harmed individual and, in some cases, enjoin continuing misconduct.

The Babysitter That Parents Trust

March 31st, 2017 | Michelle M. Quinn

Keeping with our mission to create a safer future for children in Northeastern PA, HKQ Kids will offer a free baby-sitter training seminar for area youths, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, on May 6th at the ARC headquarters in Wilkes-Barre.

STAYING IN THE PINK AND BATTLING THE BLUES

March 31st, 2017 | Michelle M. Quinn

Winter brings with it more than snow and cold. It brings health issues that don"t occur in other seasons, or aren"t as prevalent such as colds, flu, hypothermia and Seasonal Affective Disorder.

REMOVING SNOW AND THE RISK OF INJURY

February 28th, 2017

On Groundhog Day, Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of winter. Given that winter ends on March 20th, that seems like a pretty accurate prognostication, especially in light of our recent snowfall. If you don"t use a snow blower for snow removal, HKQ Law wants to offer you some tips for safe shoveling.

ARE YOU PLANNING TO PROTECT YOUR ESTATE FOR YOUR FAMILY?

January 31st, 2017 | Terrence J. Herron

Estate planning is strategy and documentation for management and transfer of a person's assets during that person's life and at and after death.

Physio-Control Launches Voluntary Field Action for LIFEPAK 1000 Defibrillator

January 31st, 2017

Physio-Control announced today that the company is launching a voluntary field action for the LIFEPAK 1000 defibrillator due to reported instances where the device has shut down unexpectedly during patient treatment.

DRIVING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND

January 31st, 2017 | Michelle M. Quinn

Winter can be a time of immense beauty. A fresh layer of snow clinging to trees can create a splendid landscape. But winter"s paintbrush can also be deadly.

New Peanut Allergy Guidance

January 31st, 2017

Parents worried about peanut allergies now have some surprising new guidance: Give some peanut to your babies.

Celebrate Responsibly. Don't Drink and Drive.

December 31st, 2016 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

he tradition of celebrating the end of one year and ringing in the new year is right upon us ??? holiday plans are in high gear, and a fresh start to 2017 is just a few days away. How you choose to celebrate can make a difference in how your New Year begins.

Getting a grip on the best tires for winter.

December 31st, 2016 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

Back in the day, there were two basic types of tires for a vehicle - summer tires and winter tires. Then in 1977, Goodyear rolled out the first all-season tires. Designed to be used year-round, they provided the convenience of not having to switch between summer and winter tires.

Oh, you better watch out: Online shopping

December 31st, 2016 | James T. Shoemaker

Online shopping offers many benefits. Such as convenience, better selection, and great deals. There are, however, risks ??? namely identity theft and financial fraud. Fortunately, Jim Shoemaker, Attorney at HKQ Law notes that ???there are steps you can take to protect yourself when shopping online???.

No recall for glass found in vaccines made in Monroe County

December 31st, 2016

Sanofi Pasteur, one the world's leading vaccine makers, had a potentially serious and costly problem on its hands: Its Monroe County plant discovered tiny pieces of glass in batches of a vaccine intended for babies.

Baby Powder for Babies?

December 31st, 2016 | Nicole M. Santo

The safety of baby powder has called into question in several high-profile lawsuits. So can a product that has been linked to ovarian cancer be harmful to your baby?

The Trouble with Talcum

December 31st, 2016 | Nicole M. Santo

Recently, a St. Louis jury awarded $70 million to a woman who developed ovarian cancer after using Johnson & Johnson"s baby powder for feminine hygiene for more than four decades.

Overtime Law Update

December 31st, 2016 | Lars H. Anderson

A federal judge in Texas has halted the Department of Labor"s new Federal Overtime Rule scheduled to go into effect on December 1.

U.S. PIRG"s 2016 Trouble in Toyland Report

December 31st, 2016

The holiday season and toys go hand-in-hand. With so many toys available, and so many places to purchase them, we want to make sure that we are buying toys that are not only the most desirable, but the most safe.

Updated Consumer Guidance for the Galaxy Note7

December 31st, 2016

Samsung is asking consumers with an original Galaxy Note7 or a replacement Galaxy Note7 to power it down and contact the carrier or retail outlet where you purchased your Galaxy Note7.

Toddler Dies After Being Trapped Under Bean Bag Chair At Daycare

December 31st, 2016

A one-year-old Utah boy is dead after suffocating under a bean bag chair at a daycare.

Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy Linked to Childhood Behavioral Problems, Study Finds

December 31st, 2016

A common over-the-counter pain medication has been associated with increased risk of developing behavioral issues for children who were exposed to the drug in utero, according to a study published today in the medical journal JAMA Pediatrics.

Safe Ride For Kids

December 31st, 2016

To break down the specifics on what the new law means for parents, Newswatch 16"s Ryan Leckey teamed up HKQ Kids, the Luzerne County non-profit dedicated to keeping children safe.

Is car seat expiration just a marketing ploy? Nope.

December 31st, 2016

CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHAT A CAR SEAT EXPIRATION DATE IS ALL ABOUT? DO THEY REALLY EXPIRE, OR IS THAT A PLOY FROM MANUFACTURERS TO MAKE MORE MONEY?

FREE Car Seat Fitting Locations

December 31st, 2016

Keep your child safe and have the installation of their car seat checked for FREE.

Encourage Safe Driving With These Safe Text Apps

December 31st, 2016

Texting and driving is illegal in 46 states, and the District of Columbia, yet the use of cell phones while driving plays a significant role in 1.6 million car crashes each year throughout the United States. Texting while driving puts drivers at a 23% higher risk for accidents ??? a 4-6 second text is equivalent to driving a football field, blind.

Texting Someone Who is Driving? You May Be Liable

December 31st, 2016 | Brian Q. McDonnell

We all know that texting while driving is dangerous, and it is against the law in Pennsylvania. A 4-6 second text while driving at 55mph is like driving a football field blind. Yet, incidences of distracted driving continue to increase. According to the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts, citations for distracted driving increased 43 percent statewide between 2014 and 2015. As cited in a recent Times-Tribune article, PennDOT reported more than 14,800 crashes statewide involved a distracted driver in 2015 with 66 deaths resulting from those crashes.

8 products that could injure your child

December 31st, 2016

Parents have a lot to keep track of, so staying on top of product recalls can easily fall off the priority list. But avoiding such defective products is an important way to keep your family safe.

Raw Dough's a Raw Deal and Can Make You Sick

December 31st, 2016

Have you ever sampled some raw cookie dough when making cookies? Have you ever let your kids use raw dough to make ornaments or homemade clay?

CDC panel recommends against using FluMist vaccine

December 31st, 2016

Flu vaccines are about to get more painful. A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory committee recommended on Wednesday that FluMist, the nasal spray influenza vaccine, should not be used during the upcoming flu season.

Stricter Car Seat Law Soon to Take Effect in PA

December 31st, 2016 | Nicole M. Santo

A new law in Pennsylvania, Act 43, requires children under the age of two to ride in a rear-facing car seat until the child outgrows the maximum weight and height limits designated by the manufacturer. Governor Tom Wolf signed Act 43 into law on Monday, June 13, 2016, making Pennsylvania the fourth state to adopt such a law.

Has your child's car seat been recalled ?

December 31st, 2016

As part of our internal review process, Graco has discovered that, due to an inadvertent error, a small amount of Graco ComfortSport, Ready Ride and Classic Ride car seats did not include a statement on the labels identifying the location of the printed instruction manual and to follow the instructions in the printed manual and on the car seat.

Think you are eating healthy

December 31st, 2016

SUNFLOWER KERNEL RECALL IMPACTS NATURE VALLEY PROTEIN CHEWY BARS & NATURE VALLEY SIMPLE NUT BARS

Bicycle Safety Tips

December 31st, 2016 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

As the warmer weather has finally come to Northeastern Pennsylvania, now is a good time to review some bicycle safety tips.

HKQ Speaks About Pool Chemical Burns

December 31st, 2016 | Kevin C. Quinn

HKQ lawyer demands answers for children who suffered chemical burns in Hotel swimming pool.

Convertible Seat Alert: Kids Under 1 Years Old

December 31st, 2016

From the moment parents leave the hospital with their precious newborn, they will need a properly-installed infant car seat to safety transport their little one home.

Revisions to the 2014 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI)

December 31st, 2016

The final count of fatal work injuries in the United States in 2014 was 4,821, up from the preliminary count of 4,679 reported in September 2015 and the highest annual total since 2008. The overall fatal work injury rate for the United States in 2014 was 3.4 fatal injuries per 100,000 full-time equivalent (FTE) workers, slightly higher than the final rate of 3.3 reported for 2013. The higher overall rate in 2014 is the first increase in the national fatal injury rate since 2010.

The Dangers of Keyless Ignition Systems

December 31st, 2016 | Nicole M. Santo

Most new cars are now equipped with keyless ignition systems, which means gone are the days of drivers digging in their pockets or purses to find their keys. However, this convenient technology has also been linked to some deadly consequences, specifically when drivers forget to push the ignition button twice to shut off their vehicle when parked in a garage.

FDA: Some heartburn meds pose long-term fracture risk

December 31st, 2016

Some heartburn medications could increase the risk of hip, wrist and spine fractures in high doses or with long-term use, the Food and Drug Administration warned.

Takata airbag recall: What you need to know

December 31st, 2016

The death of a Fort Bend County teen has raised new concerns about the dangers of Takata airbags. The airbags remain in millions of vehicles despite a nationwide recall in 2014.

Women Under 40 with Endometriosis at Higher Risk of Heart Disease

December 31st, 2016 | Nicole M. Santo

A recent study published in the American Heart Association (AHA) Journal has found that women under the age of 40 who have been diagnosed with endometriosis are disproportionately at risk for heart disease.

Oppose "Evidence-Based Medicine" for Injured Workers

December 31st, 2016 | Donald C. Ligorio

Injured workers in Pennsylvania face many challenges, including reduced wages, loss of benefits, pain, suffering and inconvenience. A proposed requirement that all treatment for work-related injuries comply with government-imposed standards adds insult to injury. A bill pending in the state Legislature, House Bill 1800, is the latest ???reform??? being pushed by corporate and insurance special interests. It seeks to create a bureaucratic panel to establish treatment guidelines based on so-called ???evidence-based medicine??? standards. Although this may sound innocuous, it would take treatment decisions away from treating physicians and put those decisions into the hands of a government-appointed bureaucratic panel. Injured workers would likely have little or no input into the makeup of the panel, which would have little or no accountability to the injured worker or health-care provider.

If You"ve Been the Victim Of Child Sexual Abuse

December 31st, 2016

Child sexual abuse is a terrible crime. It can have an everlasting and negative mental and emotional impact on a child victim. Most crimes children are committed by individuals who are trusted by their victims, and those victims may be reluctant to speak about it due to fear of retaliation or shame.

Auto Insurance For Pedestrians

December 31st, 2016 | Brian Q. McDonnell

You"re walking your dog and come to an intersection. You wait for the ???walk??? signal, start to cross the street and a car hits you. Like most people, you probably don"t know that your insurance policy will cover your injuries, even though you weren"t in your vehicle at the time of the accident.

"Stacking" a Good Way To Increase Your Insurance Coverage

December 31st, 2016 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

???Stacking??? is an auto insurance concept that is unfamiliar to most people, but it can help provide you with needed coverage if you are hurt in an accident. Stacking comes into play when you are purchasing uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage as part of your auto insurance policy. Uninsured motorist coverage protects you if you are injured in a car accident and the responsible party doesn"t have any insurance to compensate you. Underinsured motorist coverage protects you if you are in a car accident and the responsible party doesn"t have enough insurance to fully compensate you.

Tips for Keeping Your Child Warm This Winter

December 31st, 2016 | Nicole M. Santo

There is no doubt that we have been spoiled by the unseasonably warm December temperatures. However, this first week of January has demonstrated that winter is returning with a vengeance. With children going back to school after the holiday season, some of whom have long walks to the bus stop, it is important to keep some tips in mind for keeping children safe in the cold.

Tips for Safe Winter Driving

December 31st, 2016 | Donald C. Ligorio

Winter weather is upon us, and one of things we can count on in Northeastern Pennsylvania are some frightful road conditions. Every year, 116,800 people are injured and more than 1,300 are killed on snowy, slushy or icy roads. Twenty-four percent of weather-related crashes occur on snow, slush or ice, and 15 percent happen during snow or sleet storms. Here are some basic precautions that can help you avoid injury or property damage due to winter road conditions.

Hackers can hijack Wi-Fi Hello Barbie to spy on your children

December 31st, 2016

Security researcher warns hackers could steal personal information and turn the microphone of the doll into a surveillance device.

Toy maker VTech says breach hit 6.4 million kids' accounts

December 31st, 2016

Educational toy maker VTech has said 11.6 million accounts were compromised in a cyberattack last month, including those of 6.4 million children.

NJPIRG releases list of dangerous toys

December 31st, 2016

A statewide public watchdog group is adding to its list of potentially dangerous toys with a warning issued just days before the start of the holiday shopping season.

The Holidays are Coming!

December 31st, 2016 | Brian Q. McDonnell

The holiday season will soon be here and that of course involves cherished traditions of giving and receiving gifts. When it comes to giving toys to young children it is important to keep in mind these safety tips.

Back-To-School Bus Safety

December 31st, 2016

It is back-to-school time in our area and now would be a good time to think about school bus safety.

HKQ Warns of Defective Bicycles

December 31st, 2016

This summer, Scott and Trek bikes recalled over 120,000 bikes fitted with SR Suntour front forks because the forks are subject to braking and pose a crash hazard. Several injuries, including broken bones and shoulder injuries were reported. The bikes were sold throughout the country between October of 2010 and November of 2013.

Attorney Lars Anderson Speaks About the New Overtime Law

December 17th, 2016 | Lars H. Anderson

What can employers do now that an injunction has been placed on the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime exemptions law?

Attorney Lars Anderson to Address Wyoming Rotary Club on New Overtime Law

December 6th, 2016 | Lars H. Anderson

Attorney Lars Anderson, HKQ Law, will present on Thursday, December 15 at 6:00 pm to the Wyoming Valley Rotary Club.

Parents sue hospitals, ambulance company over baby

December 2nd, 2016

The family of an 11-month-old boy who died of septic shock caused by an intestinal problem has filed suit against a litany of providers, including Commonwealth Health, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Trans-Med Ambulance, Inc.

Wrongful Death Suit Filed in Death of Plymouth Man

December 1st, 2016 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Kevin C. Quinn

A Plymouth, Pennsylvania woman has filed a lawsuit in the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas alleging that her husband"s death from lung cancer in April of 2015 was caused by the failure of his Geisinger physicians to advise him for more than 4 years of a suspicious finding of a small mass in his right upper lung.

Attorney Joseph A. Quinn Jr. to Address The Committee For Justice For All

December 1st, 2016 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

Attorney Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., principal of the Law Firm of HKQ Law, will address The Committee for Justice for All on Thursday, December 1, 2016, at the Mohegan Sun, Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Law Firm To Sponsor Free Holiday Movie 2016

December 1st, 2016

The law firm of HKQ Law will sponsor a free holiday showing of the popular animated children"s movie, ???Finding Dory,??? on Saturday, Dec. 17, at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Wilkes-Barre.

PREPARE FOR NEW OVERTIME LAW

November 28th, 2016 | Lars H. Anderson

On December 1, 2016, a new regulation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) goes into effect. The Department of Labor estimates the new regulation will directly affect 4.2 million workers.

HKQ Attorney Kluger Holds Estate Planning Session

November 17th, 2016 | Joseph E. Kluger

On November 17, 2016, Attorney Joseph Kluger presented an informational session on estate planning, special needs trusts and guardianships as part of a parent outreach program of the Luzerne Intermediate Unit #18.

Trunk or Treat Fun

November 1st, 2016

Over 1500 goblins, superheroes and princesses and their parents packed the parking lot as Kingston Borough police and firefighters hosted their Halloween Trunk or Treat in the parking lot of HKQ Law

HKQ Law Named to 2017 US News and World Reports Best Law Firms

November 1st, 2016

HKQ Law is pleased to announce that the Firm has been named to the 2017 US News and World Report and Best Lawyers ???Best Law Firms???. HKQ Law received a Metropolitan Tier 1 designation, Personal Injury and Product Liability - Plaintiffs, Northeastern Pennsylvania and Allentown, Lehigh Valley.

Allan Kluger, Esq. Honored with Award

October 20th, 2016 | Allan M. Kluger

Allan Kluger, Esq., a noted attorney for more than 60 years and a recognized public servant, was honored as the third recipient of the Father James Lackenmier, C.S.C., Award for Achievement and Leadership

October 17-23, 2016 is National Estate Planning Awareness Week

October 17th, 2016

In 2008, Congress passed a resolution that recognizes the third week of October each year as Estate Planning Week. Over 120 million Americans do not have an up-to-date estate plan in place to protect themselves and their families in the event of accidents, illness, or untimely death.

Five Attorneys at HKQ Law PC Named to 2017 Best Lawyers List

August 15th, 2016 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Michelle M. Quinn, Donald C. Ligorio, Richard M. Goldberg, Terrence J. Herron

HKQ Law is pleased to announce that five of the firm"s Lawyers have been named to the 2017 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.

HKQ LAW RECOGNIZED, TOP PA VERDICTS OF 2015

August 2nd, 2016 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Nicole M. Santo

The law firm of HKQ Law, PC has recently been recognized for achieving one of Pennsylvania"s Top Verdicts of 2015. The only law firm in northeastern PA in the top 20 to be recognized in this category, HKQ Law ranked number 16 amongst 45 firms in all legal categories throughout the Commonwealth.

HKQ Kids Sets Ninth Annual Bike Helmet Giveaway

July 1st, 2016

For the ninth year in a row, the HKQ Law Fund for Children"s Advocacy, also known as HKQ Kids, will give away free bicycle helmets to hundreds of Northeastern Pennsylvania children as part of its ongoing efforts to promote child safety in the region.

Attorney Joseph A. Quinn, Jr. Remains on Pennsylvania Super Lawyer's Top Ten List

June 20th, 2016 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

For the second straight year, Attorney Joseph A. Quinn, a founding member of Kingston-based HKQ Law, was named one of the Top Ten Pennsylvania Super Lawyers. Quinn is once again the only non-Philadelphia lawyer to receive this prestigious distinction.

Anderson Named Partner at HKQ

June 1st, 2016 | Lars H. Anderson

Attorney Lars H. Anderson has been named partner in the law firm of HKQ Law, where he has worked as an associate on the firm"s Business Team since 2010. Anderson"s practice focuses on labor and employment law, and commercial litigation.

Six HKQ Attorneys Recognized by PA Super Lawyers

May 12th, 2016 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Donald C. Ligorio, Michael A. Lombardo, III, Lars H. Anderson, Brian P. Stahl

Two attorneys at the law firm of HKQ Law have been included in the prestigious Pennsylvania Super Lawyers listing for 2016, placing them among the top five percent of all attorneys in the state. Four of the firm's younger lawyers were recognized as "Rising Stars" in their respective practice areas.

HKQ Attorneys Elected to Westmoreland Club Board

May 1st, 2016 | Nicole M. Santo, James T. Shoemaker

Attorneys James T. Shoemaker and Nicole M. Santo of the law firm of HKQ Law have been elected to two-year terms on the Board of Governors of the Westmoreland Club in Wilkes-Barre. The board oversees the management of the historic social club located on Franklin Street.

HKQ Attorney Honored by Legal Assistance Group With Distinguished Service Award

December 31st, 2015 | Richard S. Bishop

Attorney Richard S. Bishop, a principal at HKQ Law, will be honored by Lackawanna Pro Bono Inc. with its annual Robert W. Munley Distinguished Service Award for helping to provide legal assistance to clients in civil matters who cannot afford to hire a lawyer.

Law Firm To Sponsor Free Holiday Movie at Kirby Center

December 20th, 2015

The law firm of HKQ Law will sponsor a free holiday showing of the popular animated Disney movie, "Frozen," on Saturday, Dec. 20, at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Wilkes-Barre. Doors will open at 12:30 p.m. and the movie will start at 2 p.m. Pre-movie entertainment will start at 1:30 p.m. with a children"s sing-along and a juggler.

Families flock to see free showing of Minions

December 15th, 2015

WILKES-BARRE ??? Hundreds of kids piled into the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts Saturday and you could tell a lot of fun was about to happen.

Four HKQ Attorneys Listed in 2015 edition of “The Best Lawyers in America"

November 1st, 2015 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Michelle M. Quinn, Richard M. Goldberg, Terrence J. Herron

Four attorneys from the law firm of HKQ Law have been selected for inclusion in the 2015 edition of ???The Best Lawyers in America,??? the nation"s oldest and most respected legal peer-review publication.

Children get free bicycle helmets at Kirby Park event

July 4th, 2015

The spirit of both celebration and safety prevailed at Kirby Park on Saturday in spite of rain showers that had many taking shelter under umbrellas and in tented areas of the Fourth of July fireworks annual event.

HKQ Kids will supply children with free bike helmets

June 25th, 2015

Fireworks, hot dogs and swimming pools are a few things that come to mind when one thinks of summer, but Kingston law firm HKQ Law wants people to think of something else this Fourth of July: bike safety.

Kluger Named To St. Joseph's Center Foundation Board

April 25th, 2015 | Joseph E. Kluger

Attorney Joseph E. Kluger has been named to the Board of Directors of St. Joseph's Foundation, which provides funding for St. Joseph's Center in Scranton. Kluger is a principal in the law firm of HKQ Law where he manages the firm's Corporate and Commercial Practice Group.

JOSEPH A. QUINN, JR. EARNS SPOT ON PENNSYLVANIA SUPER LAWYERS

December 31st, 2014 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

For the second straight year, HKQ's Joseph A. Quinn, Jr. was named one of the Top Ten Pennsylvania Super Lawyers.

Six HKQ Attorneys Recognized by PA Super Lawyers

December 31st, 2014

Three attorneys at the law firm of HKQ Law have been included in the prestigious Pennsylvania Super Lawyers listing for 2014, placing them among the top 5 percent of all attorneys in the state. Three of the firm"s younger lawyers were recognized as ???Rising Stars??? in their respective practice areas.

Allan Kluger Honored by Wilkes-Barre Chamber

December 31st, 2014 | Allan M. Kluger

Whether he's working or chairing a community initiative, attorney Allan M. Kluger said he's doing what he loves. Kluger, president and senior member of HKQ Law in Kingston, received the Distinguished Citizen Award at the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce's 129th annual dinner meeting Tuesday night at the Genetti Hotel and Conference Center in downtown Wilkes-Barre.

Santo Named Partner in HKQ Law Firm

December 31st, 2014 | Nicole M. Santo

Attorney Nicole M. Santo has been named a partner in the law firm of HKQ Law. Santo, who practices in the firm's Kingston office, is a member of HKQ's Personal Injury Team, where she focuses on personal injury litigation with an emphasis on medical malpractice and vehicle accidents.

HKQ Kids

December 1st, 2014

The seventh annual Bike Helmet Giveaway sponsored by the HKQ Law Fund for Children"s Advocacy, also known as HKQ Kids, drew a record crowd this year. In all, HKQ Kids gave away all 1,300 free bike helmets on hand and ordered more for those who couldn"t get a helmet at the event.

Gender Requirement Trumps Seniority in Lackawanna County

November 4th, 2014

Lackawanna County did not violate a collective bargaining agreement when choosing to hire a female detention officer over 12 senior males, the Commonwealth Court has ruled.

HKQ Attorneys Inducted Into MDAF

April 15th, 2014 | Donald C. Ligorio, Michael A. Lombardo, III

Attorneys Donald C. Ligorio and Michael A. Lombardo III of the law firm of HKQ Law have been inducted into the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, one of the most prestigious trial lawyer groups in the country.

Land Trust Holds 15th Annual Dinner

April 13th, 2014

North Branch Land Trust is holding its 15th annual dinner and auction on May 14 at The Westmoreland Club, Wilkes-Barre.

Kluger Named Top-Rated Lawyer For Banking and Finance

December 31st, 2013 | Joseph E. Kluger

Attorney Joseph E. Kluger, one of the two Managing Principals at the law firm of HKQ Law, headquartered in Kingston, Pa., has been ranked as a "Top-Rated Lawyer" in banking and finance for 2013 by American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell, a national lawyer-rating firm.

HKQ Attorney Among First To Be Certified By PBA in Worker's Compensation Law

December 31st, 2013 | Donald C. Ligorio

Attorney Donald C. Ligorio of the law firm of HKQ Law has been certified by the Pennsylvania Bar Association as a specialist in worker's compensation law. He is a member of the first class to be certified by the PBA and only one of four attorneys in Luzerne County to hold the certification.

HKQ Attorney Speaks at Gas-Lease Forum

May 20th, 2013 | Joseph E. Kluger

Attorney Joseph E. Kluger of the law firm of HKQ Law was a featured speaker recently at a forum for Lackawanna County landowners regarding Marcellus shale gas extraction.

HKQ Attorney Honored by PA Bar Association, Elected To Lead Young Lawyers Division

May 15th, 2013 | Lars H. Anderson

Attorney Lars H. Anderson of the law firm of HKQ Law was recently elected chairman-elect of the Young Lawyers Division of the Pennsylvania Bar Association during the organization's annual meeting in Pittsburgh. He also received the PBA's 2013 Special Achievement Award for helping to spearhead the association's annual community relations campaign while serving as vice chairman of the PBA's Community and Public Relations Committee.

Stahl Named Partner in HKQ Law Firm

February 28th, 2013 | Brian P. Stahl

Attorney Brian P. Stahl has been named a partner in the law firm of HKQ Law. Stahl, who practices in the firm's Kingston office, is a member of the firm's Commercial Litigation Department with a primary focus in real estate and corporate law.

Lombardo Named to Prestigious National Group

February 4th, 2013 | Michael A. Lombardo, III

Attorney Michael A. Lombardo III, a principal in the law firm of HKQ Law, has been named to the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 list, a new professional organization comprised of America's top young trial attorneys.

Goldberg Ranked Top Labor & Employment Lawyer

January 21st, 2013 | Richard M. Goldberg

Attorney Richard M. Goldberg, a principal in the law firm of HKQ Law, has been selected by American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell as a 2013 Top Rated Lawyer in Labor and Employment Law.

Quinn Named Top 100 PA Litigator By National Lawyers Group

January 9th, 2013 | Michelle M. Quinn

Attorney Michelle M. Quinn, a litigation principal in the law firm of HKQ Law, has been named a Top 100 Litigator in Pennsylvania for 2013 by the American Society of Legal Advocates.

HKD Listed as "Best Lawyers in America"

November 5th, 2012 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Michelle M. Quinn

The 2013 edition of "Best Lawyers in America" the nation's oldest and most respected legal peer-review publication, has designated HKQ Law a "Tier 1 Best Law Firm" in Northeastern Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley for personal injury and medical malpractice litigation.

Goldberg Elected Chairman of Wyoming Seminary Board

July 5th, 2012 | Richard M. Goldberg

Attorney Richard M. Goldberg, a principal in the law firm of HKQ Law, has been named Chairman of the Wyoming Seminary College Preparatory School Board of Trustees.

HKQ Provides Critical Support For Annual Veterans Day Parade

July 5th, 2012

The law firm of HKQ Law recently donated $1,000 to the Annual Veterans Day Parade Committee to help defray the costs of the annual event scheduled for Nov. 11 in downtown Wilkes-Barre.

Williams Testifies Before PA Legislature

June 19th, 2012 | Richard M. Williams

Attorney Richard M. Williams, a principal in the law firm of HKQ Law, recently testified before two Pennsylvania legislative committees in Harrisburg regarding bills that would streamline the application process for the collocation of wireless transmission facilities on existing structures throughout the Commonwealth.

Four HKQ Law Attorneys Again Recognized as PA Super Lawyers

May 18th, 2012 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr., Michelle M. Quinn, Donald C. Ligorio, Richard M. Goldberg

Four attorneys at the law firm of HKQ Law have been included in the prestigious Pennsylvania Super Lawyers listing for 2012, placing them among the top 5 percent of all attorneys in the state.

McDonnell Named Principal in HKQ Law Firm

February 8th, 2012 | Brian Q. McDonnell

Attorney Brian Q. McDonnell has been named a principal in the law firm of HKQ Law.

Hot Coffee Movie

January 1st, 2012

The Bill of Rights is sacred, and so is your family's safety. If someone causes harm to you or your loved one, the Seventh Amendment guarantees your right to hold them accountable before a jury of your peers in a court of justice. Read more about the HBO documentary, "Hot Coffee".

HKQ Law Gains National Recognition For Banking and Finance Practice

November 9th, 2011 | Allan M. Kluger, Joseph E. Kluger, Lars H. Anderson, Richard S. Bishop, Terrence J. Herron, James T. Shoemaker, Brian P. Stahl, Richard M. Williams

The Best Lawyers in America, the nation's oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, and U.S. News & World Report have named HKQ Law to its list of "Best Law Firms" in America for banking and finance law.

Quinn Again Named Region's Personal Injury Lawyer of Year by National Peer-Review Publication

October 20th, 2011 | Joseph A. Quinn, Jr.

For the second year in a row, Best Lawyers in America, the nation's oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, has named Joseph A. Quinn, Jr. "Personal Injury Litigator of the Year" for 2012 for Northeastern Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley. In addition, 2012 will mark the 25th year in a row that Quinn has been named to the prestigious Best Lawyers publication.

Midvalley business sues former employees

September 30th, 2011

A California food-preparation company that operates a Midvalley facility is suing two former Upvalley employees for allegedly damaging the business's reputation.

Lawyer Raises the Bar

March 15th, 2009 | Allan M. Kluger

Attorney Allan Kluger has some advice for young attorneys: "You're in a wonderful profession, don't only look for the monetary reward. If you do a good job for your clients and you give back to your community, success will come."?

Allan Kluger to receive President's Award

November 6th, 2008 | Allan M. Kluger

At a luncheon to be held in conjunction with the Annual Bench Bar Conference on November 6, 2008, Allan M. Kluger will receive the coveted President's Award from the Luzerne County Bar Association. This

PennDOT sued by Woodlands

October 20th, 2008

WILKES-BARRE - The Woodlands Inn & Resort is suing the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and a state contractor for more than $1 million in flooding damage from Laurel Run Creek that an engineer attributes to substandard work and design done on a culvert opening.

Luzerne Bank Elects New Board Chairman

May 24th, 2007 | Joseph E. Kluger

WILKES-BARRE, May 24, 2007 - The Board of Directors of Luzerne Bank recently elected Attorney Joseph E. Kluger as Chairman of the Board following its annual shareholders meeting. Attorney Kluger is a principal in the law firm of HKQ Law where he is the chairman of the firm's Corporate and Commercial Practice Group.

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