Drowsy driving is a problem for everyone. Drowsy and fatigued driving have become one of the common reasons for motor vehicle accidents throughout the country. As we push ourselves to get more accomplished each day, sleep has become a “luxury” many people just don’t think they can afford. Unfortunately, drowsy driving can be just as… Read more »
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Filing A Personal Injury Claim Should Be Easy, But It Is Not
Have you been injured in a car accident? Are you facing medical bills because of a slip and fall accident? Did a driver turn in front of your motorcycle causing you to crash? If you are injured because of another person’s negligence, recklessness, or carelessness, you have the right to receive compensation for your injuries,… Read more »
Erie DUI Case Dismissed For Lack Of Probable Cause
Attorney Grant Travis was successful in having his client’s DUI case dismissed after successfully arguing the PSP troopers did not have probable cause for the DUI stop. Mr. Travis filed a motion to suppress evidence obtained during the traffic stop based on the argument that the troopers lacked sufficient cause to stop the client under… Read more »
Winter Slip And Fall Safety Tips
Winter weather is beautiful this time of year in Pennsylvania. Falling snow sets the scene for a magical holiday season. However, ice and snow can make getting around treacherous for drivers and pedestrians. As an experienced Erie personal injury attorney, I see many accident cases each year caused by winter weather. When you are out… Read more »
Why Do I Need An Independent Eyewitness For My Car Accident Case?
Let’s assume you are in a car accident while you are running errands. You were in the car alone, so there is no one to confirm what you tell the police officer about the collision. The other driver tells a different story about how the collision occurred. Who does the police officer believe? The police… Read more »
Tips To Avoid A DUI Arrest During The Holidays
As an Edinboro DUI attorney, I often see an increase in DUI arrests during the holidays, especially as college students celebrate the end of finals and the holiday break from classes. While there is nothing wrong with enjoying your favorite alcoholic beverage to celebrate the holidays, drinking and driving is against the law in Pennsylvania…. Read more »
The Dangers of Holiday Fatigued Driving
Most people assume that the most serious danger on the roads during the holidays is drunk drivers. However, impaired drivers are not the only danger on our roads this holiday season. Fatigued drivers can cause a car accident just as quickly as a drunk driver. With more people on the roads because of the holidays… Read more »
Can My Social Media Accounts Get Me Convicted Of A Crime?
Social media has become one of the most common reasons why people use the internet. According to research by the Pew Research Center, 90 percent of young adults between the ages of 18 and 29 years use social media. Overall, 65 percent of adults now use social media. The increase in social media use represents… Read more »
If Another Driver Hits Me In Bad Weather, Is He Still At Fault?
A winter wonderland may look beautiful; however, winter weather makes for terrible driving conditions. Sleet, snow, ice, and fog create the perfect conditions for a car accident. Even for the most experienced driver, winter weather can be very difficult to navigate. When a car accident occurs during bad weather, the insurance company may try to… Read more »
Blackout Wednesday In Pennsylvania — DUI Accidents At Thanksgiving
If you work in law enforcement or if you are a bartender, you may already be familiar with Blackout Wednesday. Blackout Wednesday is the unofficial name given to the day before Thanksgiving Day, also known as Thanksgiving Eve. The reason why this day has earned such a dark name has to do with alcohol consumption…. Read more »