Posts Tagged ‘Personal Injury’
What Happens If Someone Hits Your Parked Car in Pennsylvania?
Most people think of car accidents as collisions between moving vehicles, but parked cars are struck more often than you might expect. Whether you’re sitting in your vehicle, getting in or out, or simply return to find significant damage, these accidents can leave you dealing with more than just repair costs. In some cases, a…
Read MoreWhy Some Car Accident Injuries Don’t Show Up Right Away
After a car accident, it’s natural to focus on the damage you can immediately see. If your vehicle isn’t totaled and you don’t feel seriously hurt, you may assume you’ve escaped without significant injuries. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. Many injuries caused by car accidents take hours—or even days—to become noticeable. The stress and…
Read MoreCommon Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents in Northwestern Pennsylvania
Slip and fall accidents are a leading cause of injuries across Pennsylvania, affecting residents of Erie, Crawford, Mercer, Venango, and Warren counties. While some slips are minor, many result in serious injuries, including broken bones, head trauma, and long-term mobility issues. Understanding the common causes of these accidents can help you protect yourself, your loved…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Personal Injury Claims
Personal injury claims can be complicated and difficult to navigate without help. Let’s discuss personal injury law in Pennsylvania,
Read MoreCan a Pennsylvania Judge Change a Plea Bargain?
Learn more about making a plea bargain in Pennsylvania. If you are facing criminal charges, call the Travis Law Firm for help.
Read MoreWhat Should I Do If I Sustain a Traumatic Injury From an Accident?
Many different types of accidents can cause a traumatic injury. Examples of accidents that might result in a traumatic injury include: Motor vehicle accidents, including car, truck, and motorcycle accidents Bicycle accidents Pedestrian accidents Construction and work-related accidents Nursing home abuse and elder abuse Boating accidents Medical malpractice Defective products Slips and falls Dog attacks
Read MoreDo Multiple-Vehicle Crashes Make Accident Claims More Difficult?
Many of the traffic accidents in Erie, Edinboro, and the surrounding areas in Erie County involve one or two vehicles. In a traffic accident involving two drivers, it is usually easy to determine fault in most, but not all, of those accidents. However, some traffic accidents involve multiple vehicles. Multiple-vehicle accidents can make it much…
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 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…
Read MoreGet To Know Your Local Biker Gang
Tragedy struck last Friday when a motorcycle rider lost his life as he swerved to avoid a car and was thrown from his bike into a pole. Local riders feel it when one of them goes down – as was evidenced on Tuesday evening by the Mission Riders motorcycle club. Members of the club gathered…
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