Posts by attorney
Erie Slip and Fall Accidents – What Do You Need to Know?
Many businesses in Erie and throughout Pennsylvania are taking extra precautions to protect customers and employees from COVID-19. Some businesses require customers and employees to wear masks. Other businesses may restrict the number of people in the location. However, are businesses continuing to protect customers from other dangers? While the liability for COVID-19 claims is…
Read MoreWorkplace Injuries – What Are Three Common Workplace Injuries in Erie?
Thousands of workers are injured on the job each year in Pennsylvania. Workplace accidents result in catastrophic injuries. Most workplace accidents and workplace injuries are covered by Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation insurance program. Workers can receive medical treatment and other benefits after a workplace injury. While you might not be able to prevent all workplace injuries,…
Read MoreMotorcycle Crash — Two Motorcyclists Injured in West Erie
GoErie is reporting that two motorcyclists were injured in West Erie on July 10, 2020. The motorcycle crash occurred just before 3:00 on Friday afternoon. According to the police, the motorcyclists were headed south on Raspberry Street when the motorcycle crash occurred. A man and woman were riding a motorcycle on Raspberry Street when another…
Read MoreDo I Receive All My Lost Wages in a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
When you are injured at work, you may receive workers’ compensation benefits. Most employers in Pennsylvania are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance for their employees. However, workers’ compensation does not reimburse workers for all lost wages. Workers are on entitled to a portion of their lost wages when a workplace injury prevents them from…
Read MoreCommon Workplace Injuries Covered by Workers’ Compensation in Pennsylvania
Workplace injuries are common throughout the United States and in Pennsylvania. Thousands of employees sustain severe injuries on the job year. Injured workers suffer physical and emotional pain in addition to the financial losses they incur from being out of work. Workers’ compensation in Pennsylvania provides benefits that help workers hurt on the job. Workers’…
Read MorePreventing Hot Car Deaths in Erie in 2020
Hot car deaths are a serious problem in the United States. Each year, our Erie car accident lawyers remind caregivers and parents about the dangers of vehicular heatstroke. It is essential to remind ourselves that the unthinkable can happen to us and learn how to prevent hot car deaths in Erie. How Many Children Die…
Read MoreAvoid Motorcycle Crashes – Ten Motorcycle Defensive Driving Tips
Even though motorcycle fatalities decreased in 2020, riders are still overrepresented in the total number of traffic deaths. Almost 5,000 motorcyclists lost their lives in motorcycle crashes during 2020 In addition to fatalities, thousands of motorcyclists are seriously injured each year in motorcycle crashes. Unfortunately, it is up to riders to take steps to reduce…
Read MoreErie Auto Accidents – Five Things You Need to Know
Erie auto accidents result in thousands of injuries and deaths. In many cases, a driver’s negligence or errors lead to the collision. If a driver causes a car crash, the driver may be liable for injuries, damages, and financial losses caused by the crash. However, even if the other driver caused your car accident, you…
Read MoreShould I Hire an Erie Accident Lawyer for an Accident That is Not My Fault?
After a car accident, the insurance company for the other driver may contact you regarding your injuries. The claims adjuster might ask you if you retained an attorney. If you ask the adjuster if you need an attorney, he may say no. The answer the claims adjuster should give you is that it is your…
Read MoreThree Common Mistakes Injured Workers Make That Hurt Their Workers’ Comp Claim
The Pennsylvania workers’ compensation system protects workers who are injured on the job. If an employee is injured in the ordinary course of their job, the employee should be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits. However, a worker must file a worker’s compensation claim to receive benefits. The worker must also prove that the injuries…
Read More