Distracted driving continues to be one of the most common causes of traffic accidents in the United States. It is estimated that each day that 100 people are injured and nine people are killed in distracted driving accidents. Since April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, our Erie personal injury lawyer discusses ways that you can… Read more »
Excessive speed or driving too fast for conditions can result in an expensive traffic ticket. However, it can also result in a tragic car accident. Speeding has been a factor in roughly one-third of traffic accidents since 2007. The deaths from speeding accidents increased in 2016 by four percent, while the number of traffic fatalities… Read more »
Our Erie motorcycle accident attorneys are often contacted by motorcyclists who have questions related to motorcycle crashes and motorcycle accident injuries. In this article, we answer the top five questions about motorcycle accidents in Pennsylvania. How common are motorcycle crashes in Pennsylvania? Can I sue the other driver for full damages, even though Pennsylvania is… Read more »
If you are injured through no fault of your own, you may be wondering what you should do next. How do you recover compensation for your losses? Do you need to file an insurance claim? Should you file a personal injury lawsuit? When should you call an Erie personal injury attorney? Our Erie personal injury… Read more »
Car accidents cause a variety of injuries. Some injuries are mild and may heal in a few days or weeks. However, other injuries may result in permanent impairments for the accident victim. Furthermore, some injuries may not present symptoms immediately after the crash making it difficult to know if you are injured at all. Concussions… Read more »
Being arrested for DUI in Edinboro can be frightening, especially if this is your first experience with the judicial system. We encourage you to exercise your constitutional rights to remain silent and contact a lawyer. The steps you take after a DUI arrest could have a huge impact on the outcome of your case. DUI… Read more »
Pennsylvania personal injury laws provide a way for you to recover compensation for injuries, losses, and damages caused by another party. An Erie personal injury attorney can help you file an injury claim. By filing a personal injury claim, you may receive compensation for your: Loss of Income Medical Bills Property Damage Disability and Impairment… Read more »
Drivers have a duty to operate their vehicle in a manner that does not place others in danger. This duty extends to pedestrians that may be crossing the road or walking through parking lots. If a driver hits a pedestrian, the driver may be held liable for damages if the driver was negligent in breaching… Read more »
It is bitterly cold outside in Erie, and we probably have not seen the last of winter weather this year. When it is icy and cold outside, it is best to stay indoors where it is warm. However, we cannot always stay at home, even though winter weather makes going outside difficult and dangerous. Below… Read more »
Accidents throughout Erie are possible at any moment given the amount of traffic on our roads. Erie is the fourth largest city in Pennsylvania, so heavy traffic is to be expected. With heavy traffic also comes an increase in traffic accidents. However, are traffic accidents more common during certain times of the day? The Dangers… Read more »