Nobody wants to get into a car accident, and the aftermath of a crash can be confusing. After a crash occurs, there are various things you need to take care of. Securing the police report is vitally important for the outcome of a car accident settlement. The police report is one of the most useful records for an attorney helping… READ MORE
Agricultural workers face incredible hazards every day they are on the job. Farmers are at high risk for both fatal and non-fatal injuries. Farmworkers sustain injuries and illnesses in a variety of ways and understanding the risks that farmers face is important. Farmworker Injury Statistics The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that there are more than… READ MORE
Children are more vulnerable to serious injuries in car accidents. Because of this, every state has laws in place regarding car seats and children. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, during a recent reporting year, a child under the age of 13 in the Commonwealth was injured in a car crash every 33 seconds. PennDOT says that there were… READ MORE
Work injuries are a common occurrence in the US and in Pennsylvania. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were approximately 2.8 million workplace injuries and illnesses reported during the latest year. While there are various types of injuries that can occur in the workplace, work injuries can also occur in car accidents. Many people wonder whether or… READ MORE
When you go to work each day, you likely do so knowing that you will be taken care of if you sustain an injury on the job. We can usually count on having workers’ compensation insurance. However, there are times when employers fail to carry the required insurance for their employees. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS),… READ MORE
When you take your vehicle in for repairs, you should be able to count on the mechanic doing a good job. They should certainly not make a mistake that leads to a car accident. Unfortunately, there are times when a mechanic makes a mistake that causes a collision. When this happens, an injured victim may wish to pursue damages against… READ MORE
Car accidents are a regular occurrence in our area. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, there were more than 128,000 total car accidents reported during the latest year across the Commonwealth. One of the scariest things for a parent or guardian is having a child in the car when an accident occurs. Children are more susceptible to injuries in… READ MORE
Being involved in any car accident can be confusing and complicated. However, if you are struck by an uninsured driver, the situation can be even more difficult to deal with. There are millions of uninsured drivers on the roadways in the United States, with many here in Pennsylvania. We want to talk about what you can do if you are… READ MORE
In the aftermath of a car accident, you will be claiming compensation against the negligent driver’s insurance carrier (or with yours if you are using no-fault coverage). You will be making many important decisions that could affect the amount of your settlement. One of these decisions will revolve around whether or not you should sign a medical authorization for the… READ MORE
In the aftermath of a car accident, victims need to know how much their claim is worth. Car accident victims are often overwhelmed, dealing with injuries, and worried about getting their vehicle fixed. Various factors can affect the amount a person receives from a car accident settlement. Understanding these factors and how they impact your claim is important. What factors… READ MORE