Posts Tagged ‘Injury Lawyer’
The Police Report Says I Caused the Car Accident But I Am Innocent
Being in a car accident is a traumatic life event, especially if you are seriously injured. However, we must remember that even so-called “minor” car accidents can cause injuries with long-term consequences. A case of whiplash can result in a permanent impairment that can make it difficult to return to normal activities. Therefore, it is…
Read MoreSafety Tips for Avoiding Slips and Falls During the Winter
Winters in Pennsylvania can be brutal. The temperatures can cause hazardous conditions for drivers and pedestrians. While a lot of information is focused on avoiding traffic accidents during winter weather conditions, you should also focus on avoiding falls during the winter. Falls on icy or snowy surfaces can cause severe injuries, including broken bones, traumatic…
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 MoreResearch Study Identifies Connection with Legal Marijuana Use and Increase in Fatal Car Accidents
New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety shows that fatal car accidents associated with marijuana use have more than doubled since the legalization of the drug in 2012. The study identified that the full impact of legalized marijuana took about nine months to translate to statistics in the state. Although there were 49…
Read MoreHow Does a Drunk Driving Lawsuit Unfold If The Other Driver Has No Accident Insurance?
Drunk driving is a serious epidemic across not just Pennsylvania but throughout the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, every week approximately 27,000 drivers are arrested a result of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. These arrests are just 1% of the predicted overall incidents of driving under the influence…
Read MoreWhat Personal Injury Victims Should Know About the Statute of Limitations in Pennsylvania
If you are involved in any kind of a personal injury lawsuit or insurance settlement case in Pennsylvania, there are several different laws that may become important in your case at some point. One of the most important laws that can impact you is the statute of limitations because it defines a narrow window in…
Read MoreHow Do Weather Events Impact the Roads in Pennsylvania?
Erie PA Winters Can Be Brutal Anyone who has been driving in Pennsylvania for at least one winter seasons knows just how much the weather can influence the roads. Precipitation, whether in the form of rain, snow, or sleet, can impact the vehicle’s traction to the road. Unfortunately, some people are less experienced in some…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Drugged Driving
The Governors’ Highway Safety Association has released a report that highlights the growing dangers of drugged driving. The legalization of marijuana for recreational and medical use in addition to the increase in the number of prescriptions written for painkillers may be contributing to the increase in the number of accidents attributed to drugged driving. Twenty-three…
Read MorePedestrian Hit and Run Accidents in Erie: Who is Responsible?
A woman in her thirties was struck in a hit and run accident on November 12 at 16th and German Streets on Erie’s east side. She suffered serious leg injuries and witnesses obtained the license plate number of the black Cadillac SUV who left the scene. A hit and run accident is regarded as highly…
Read MoreAs Winter Weather Approaches, Car Accidents Are On The Rise
With our first snowfall just a few days ago, the roads are a bit slick out there. Time to be a little more careful while getting around the Erie area. There were three accidents just last Saturday, two of which halted traffic on Interstate 90 in both directions temporarily as crews worked to clear the…
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