personal injury
How Long Can I Wait to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit for Injuries in an Accident?
Injuries and accidents can occur for a variety of reasons. When another party causes you tobe injured, you might be entitled to recover compensation for your injuries.However, Pennsylvania’s Statute of Limitations restricts your time to file apersonal injury lawsuit. Therefore, it is typically a good idea to talk to anErie personal injury attorney as soon…
Read MoreWhen Do I Call an Erie Personal Injury Attorney?
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 MoreFive Factors That Impact the Value of Your Injury Claim
Calculating the value of your injury claim can be complicated. An insurance adjuster is not going to tell you if the amount you are requesting is significantly lower than the actual value of your claim. In many cases, the insurance adjuster offers a settlement that is much lower than the value of the claim when…
Read MoreIf I Hire an Erie Personal Injury Attorney, Will I Have to Go to Court?
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 MorePedestrian Accidents – Watch for Pedestrians Rushing Across the Street or to Their Cars in Erie
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 MoreHow to Stay Safe and Healthy in Erie This Winter
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 MoreCommon Causes of Catastrophic Injuries in Erie County, PA
Sustaining an injury in an accident can be overwhelming, painful, and expensive. However, a catastrophic injury can increase the suffering and damages caused by an accident. A catastrophic injury is an injury that requires you to need extensive medical treatment. These injuries may also require you to need long-term medical and personal care. Examples of…
Read MoreWhat Should I Do If I Fall During the Holidays?
The holidays are a busy time for many individuals. From shopping and running errands to attending holiday functions, it seems as if we are on the go during the entire holiday season. Being “on-the-go” during the holidays can increase your risk of a fall during the holidays, especially when we experience poor winter weather conditions.…
Read MoreCan You Receive Compensation for Chronic Pain After an Accident?
Pain is common after an accident. Even if you do not suffer serious injuries, you may be sore and stiff for several days or weeks after the crash. However, when does pain become chronic? Is there a certain number of days that you must be in pain or a certain pain level you must experience…
Read MoreHow Do I Recover Compensation for Injuries and Damages After an Accident?
If another party has injured you through no fault of your own, you may be entitled to recover compensation from that party. However, you typically need to file a claim with the party’s insurance provider to recover compensation. Examples of incidents that can give rise to a personal injury claim include: Car accidents Bicycle accidents…
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