Theft and Shoplifting Charges Spike During the Holidays — Know Your Rights in Pennsylvania

By attorney | November 6, 2025
The holiday season often brings joy, time with family, and festive shopping in communities across Northwestern Pennsylvania — from Erie to Crawford, Mercer, Venango, and Warren counties. But it also brings increased risk of theft and shoplifting. Stores are busier, inventory is visible, staff may be stretched thin, and thieves often see opportunities.

The holiday season often brings joy, time with family, and festive shopping in communities across Northwestern Pennsylvania — from Erie to Crawford, Mercer, Venango, and Warren counties. But it also brings increased risk of theft and shoplifting. Stores are busier, inventory is visible, staff may be stretched thin, and thieves often see opportunities. If you’re…

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Beware of Parking Lot Accidents in Erie During the Holiday Shopping Season

By attorney | November 8, 2018
Attorney Grant Travis | Travis Law Firm | Personal Injury Attorney, DUI Defense Attorney, Criminal Defense Attorney | Serving Erie, Crawford, Warren & all of Northwestern PA | Call the Travis Law Firm at 814-277-2222 today!

For some individuals, holiday shopping began a few months ago. However, the Thanksgiving Holiday is the traditional start of the holiday shopping season. With more vehicles and people crowding into malls and shopping centers, it is not surprising that a higher than average number of parking lot accidents are reported beginning on Black Friday and…

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