Posts Tagged ‘Erie PA Injury Lawyer’
Preventing Dog Bites During Halloween Trick or Treating
Dog owners are responsible for injuries caused by their dogs under Pennsylvania’s personal injury laws. A dog owner may be held liable if their dog bites or attacks another person if the injury is severe or the owner had reasonable notice the dog was potentially dangerous. If a dog injures you or your child, you…
Read MoreWhat Are The Most Dangerous Car Accidents?
There are thousands of car accidents in Pennsylvania each year. According to PennDOT, there are approximately 351 reportable traffic accidents each day statewide. On average, three people are killed each day, and 221 people are injured in traffic accidents. During 2017, the state recorded 128,188 traffic crashes. The accidents took the lives of 1,137 people…
Read MoreCar Accident FAQs From an Erie County Car Accident Lawyer
The good news is that during 2017, the total number of reportable traffic accidents in Pennsylvania was the twelfth lowest number since 1950. However, for the 1,137 families who lost a loved one in a traffic accident or the 80,612 people who were injured in traffic accidents, the fact that our state did not have…
Read MoreHow Do I Prove Someone is Responsible for My Injuries?
If you are injured because of a traffic accident, dog bite, fall, defective product, medical malpractice, or other personal injury accident, Pennsylvania’s personal injury laws allow you to recover compensation from the party who caused your injury. However, you must prove that the person or party caused the injury to recover compensation for damages. Hiring…
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injuries From an Accident Can Increase Risk of Dementia
Brain injuries are common in motor vehicle accidents. When a pedestrian, bicyclists, or occupant of a vehicle is involved in a traffic crash, the impact of the collision can cause the head to collide with another object. Even if a person does not strike his or her head in the accident, the force of the…
Read MoreWhy Doesn’t The Insurance Company Want Me To Hire an Erie Personal Injury Lawyer?
When you are injured in an accident, you may not know what steps to take to protect your legal right to receive compensation for your injuries. Hiring an Erie personal injury attorney can help relieve the stress and anxiety that many accident victims experience after a traumatic event. An attorney can deal directly with the…
Read MoreThings You Need to Know About Meeting With Your Doctor After an Accident
If you are injured in a motor vehicle accident, slip and fall, or other personal injury accident, one of the first steps you should take is to see a doctor. Regardless of whether you believe you are seriously injured, it is in your best interest to be checked by a physician after an accident. The…
Read MoreWhat Happens to A Person’s Body in an Erie Car Crash?
Motor vehicles are safer today than they have ever been; however, people are still seriously injured in car crashes each day in the United States. Each year, thousands of people die in car accidents, and millions more suffer injuries. While the use of seatbelts, airbags, and other safety devices can reduce the risk of death…
Read MoreSummer Driving Tips from Our Erie Car Accident Attorney
For many families, summer is the time when everyone piles into the family car for a summer road trip. Before you leave home for your family vacation or a romantic weekend, it is important that you take time to ensure that your vehicle is ready for a road trip. Preparation and planning can prevent the…
Read MoreDon’t Be Afraid to Take Pictures After a Car Accident
Being shy about taking pictures after a car accident could hurt your chances of recovering full compensation for your damages. Taking pictures or making videos of the accident scene may make you feel a little uncomfortable, especially if everyone is staring at you or even glaring at you. However, you need to protect your legal…
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