Posts Tagged ‘Edinboro PA’
Do You Allow Your Teen Driver to Have Passengers?
If you allow your teen driver to have anyone in the vehicle with him or her, the risk of death in a car accident increases by over one-half according to a recent report. AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety researched and assessed the fatality rates in crashes involving teen drivers. As part of the study, the…
Read MoreAvoiding 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.…
Read MoreReport Finds Young Millennials Behave Badly Behind the Wheel
A new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that young millennials have some of the worst driving behaviors compared to any other age group. Young millennials were defined as young adults between the ages of 19 and 24 years. In a press release from AAA, the company revealed shocking details from the…
Read MoreImpairments to Driving in Pennsylvania
When you think about impaired driving, you most likely think about drunk driving (driving under the influence of alcohol) or drugged driving (driving under the influence of drugs). Both drugged driving and drunk driving are crimes in Pennsylvania. As an experienced Erie criminal defense attorney, I can attest to the strict penalties of a DUI…
Read MoreHandling a Car Accident Claim for a Child in Pennsylvania?
In many cases, a child does not sustain life-threatening or serious injuries in a car accident. Sadly, this is not always the case. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are the leading the cause of death for children in the United States. During 2014, more than 121,350 children were injured…
Read MoreGraduating Student Killed in Erie Car Crash
There’s nothing quite as devastating as when a young person suffers serious injuries in a car crash and dies from the accident. This event is even more difficult to comprehend when it’s a young person just shy of their high school graduation. Unfortunately, the Erie community has recently experienced the loss of a student just…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Pennsylvania's Motorcycle Helmet Law
Now that the weather has finally improved and made it enjoyable to take out your bike, it is important to understand the rules and regulations associated with owning a motorcycle in Pennsylvania. Not only does following the rules minimize the chances that you’ll be able to avoid legal trouble, but it also ensures that you have…
Read MorePennsylvania Governor Expands Ignition Lock Law to First Time DUI Offenders
Governor Tom Wolf is expected to sign a measure into law that expands the current ignition lock law in Pennsylvania to drunk drivers facing a first-time charge. The Senate recently passed the measure unanimously and the House passed the bill as well. A 2003 law on the books requires any individuals convicted of multiple DUIs to…
Read MoreWhat to Do After Being Charged with Your Second DUI Offense
No matter whether you have had past experience with DUIs, it is always nerve-wracking to be arrested. It’s certainly true that any DUI can lead to serious consequences for the charged individual, but the stakes are higher when this is your second offense. Read on to learn more about what you need to do if…
Read MoreMistakes to Avoid in a First Time Erie DUI Case
There are several mistakes that you can make immediately after being arrested for a DUI in Erie, Pennsylvania. Like with all cities in Pennsylvania, first time DUI offenders can end up doing more harm than good for their case and making it easier for prosecutors to successfully convict them. Read on to learn more about…
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