Posts Tagged ‘Erie PA Injury Lawyer’
Safe Trick or Treating in Erie, PA
Halloween is one of the best holidays when you are young. You get to dress up as your favorite character and get free candy. What could be better? Unfortunately, Halloween can also be very dangerous for children. According to Safe Kids Worldwide, about twice as many children will be injured in pedestrian accidents on Halloween…
Read MoreWhat is the True Cost of a Traffic Accident in Erie?
Your first thought might be the cost of a traffic ticket or an increase in your automobile insurance. However, if you are the victim of a traffic accident, the true cost can be much higher. The financial and non-financial costs of a traffic accident can be significant, even in a low-speed, minor traffic collision. If…
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 MorePersonal Injury Protection Insurance for Erie Drivers
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance coverage can be confusing in Pennsylvania because of the state’s full and limited tort laws. To understand the PIP requirements and tort laws, it helps to understand the difference between an “at fault” insurance state and “fault” insurance state. At Fault vs. Fault Insurance Some states require drivers to carry…
Read MoreWhat are the Most Common Summer Accidents in Pennsylvania?
Summer in Pennsylvania is a wonderful time to be outdoors with family and friends. Whether you are celebrating a summer holiday, birthday, or other special event or if you are simply enjoying being outdoors, you need to take precautions to avoid summer accidents. Avoiding Common Summer Accidents You may not be able to avoid all…
Read MorePennsylvania’s Limited Tort Laws
Every state, including Pennsylvania, requires drivers to carry minimum insurance requirements. In Pennsylvania, drivers must carry the following insurance to operate a motor vehicle legally:
Read MoreWhat Makes My Injury Catastrophic?
If you are injured in an Erie car accident, motorcycle crash, or truck accident, you may wonder if your injuries rise to the level of “catastrophic.” To an accident victim, any injury can be catastrophic. According to Macmillan Dictionary, catastrophic is an adjective that means “causing a lot of damage, or making a lot of…
Read MoreIf I Caused A Car Accident, Can I Still Receive Money For My Damages?
In Pennsylvania, the answer to this question is, “It depends.” Personal injury laws require that you prove the other person is responsible for the accident that caused your injury and you suffered damages because of that accident to receive compensation for your damages. The goal in a car accident claim is to prove the other…
Read MoreHow Important Is Wearing a Seat Belt for Preventing Accidents?
Police officers in Erie, Pennsylvania frequently see car crashes where individuals are not wearing seat belts. These car crashes can have catastrophic consequences. In the year 2011, seat belts were responsible for saving an estimated number of up to 12,000 lives. A Seat Belt Can’t Save You Unless You Wear It It was also further…
Read MoreCan I File a Personal Injury Lawsuit if I'm Not Yet Sure Who Was at Fault?
Many individuals who choose to move forward with a civil lawsuit in Pennsylvania know the other party’s identity and can easily stipulate that this other party was responsible for the injuries sustained in an accident. In certain situations, however, there could be multiple parties potentially responsible for your injuries. It is also possible that the…
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