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Can My Medical Records Hurt My Accident Claim?
When you are injured in a personal injury accident, your medical records will become a very important piece of evidence in your accident claim. Regardless of whether you are hurt in a traffic accident or slip and fall or the injury was caused by a defective product, you will need to submit medical records to…
When Poor Road Conditions Cause Accidents in Pennsylvania, Who is Responsible?
Now that it is Fall in Pennsylvania, the weather will begin to get cooler. Even though we are not facing ice and snow yet, we will soon enough. Until then, we still deal with slick roads because of rain. When poor road conditions cause an accident, is anyone responsible? Can you sue another driver or…
Pennsylvania’s Zero Tolerance for Drugged Driving
Pennsylvania has adopted a zero tolerance for drugged driving and buzzed driving. Many drivers understand that our state has severe penalties for drunk driving. However, drivers may not understand that the state also takes a very tough stance against driving under the influence of drugs (DUID). Pennsylvania’s zero tolerance for DUID means that if you…
Three Driving Decisions That Can Result in a Fatality
Traffic accidents can result in minor property damage to your vehicle or minor bumps and bruises that heal in a few days. However, traffic accidents can also result in horrific injuries that cause life-altering permanent injuries or death. To protect yourself, your family, and everyone using our roads in Pennsylvania, make sure that you do…
What Do I Do If I Was Wrongly Accused of Date Rape?
Date rape is a problem on many college campuses throughout Pennsylvania and the United States. It is a crime that must and should be aggressively prosecuted and punished. No one should be forced to have sexual relations or have sexual encounters when they are impaired by drugs or alcohol. With that said, you can be…
Post-Storm Road Hazards in Pennsylvania
Hurricane Harvey slammed into Texas leaving a path of devastation in its wake. However, some of the worst damage and the most dangerous conditions were caused by flooding. Flooding and storm debris made it impossible for residents and rescue workers to traverse city streets in Houston. While we do not see the impact of a…
Do You Know What to Write Down After a Traffic Accident?
When you are involved in a traffic accident, it may be difficult to think clearly. You have just been given a severe jolt, at the very least, so it is natural to be a little confused and stunned. Unfortunately, there is vital information that you need to remember that can help your personal injury attorney…
The Dangers of Drinking While Driving
In a tragic story reported by the Associated Press in the New York Post, we learned about the deaths of three young people in a traffic accident in Bethel Park near Pittsburgh this month. According to the story, three young women were in an SUV when it collided with a utility pole on Library Road….
Avoiding Labor Day Injuries in Erie, PA
Labor Day Weekend is great for spending quality time with your family and friends. Whether it is spending time at a backyard BBQ, on the lake, or at a festival or concert, Labor Day is perfect for getting in one last summer trip or adventure. Unfortunately, some families will experience tragic accidents over the holiday….
Do I Pay Taxes on My Accident Settlement in Pennsylvania?
When you are injured in a traffic-related accident, you might be entitled to recover money for your losses and injuries. Depending on the facts of your case, the amount could be substantial, and the amount could include compensation for future damages and permanent disability. While most types of compensation are not taxed as income, there…
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