In Pennsylvania, choosing full tort or limited tort affects the types of damages you may seek after a motor-vehicle crash caused by someone else. The choice does not determine fault or guarantee payment. Its main effect is on claims for noneconomic losses, such as pain and suffering. Full Tort and Limited Tort at a Glance […]
Category Archives: Auto Accidents
December will be upon us before we know it, and then drivers will soon be facing Pennsylvania’s snowiest months. The amount of snow Lancaster County gets each year is often unpredictable, but all drivers must be prepared to navigate dangerous conditions in the coming months, regardless of how much snow falls. According to PennDOT, both […]
You and your family have a lot on your plate after a catastrophic car accident. While you recover from debilitating injuries, you and your family deal with significant emotional and financial stress while you work to get back on your feet. All this stress can compound if you discover that the insurance company has denied […]
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been a common part of the human experience for a long time, but it was not truly recognized until the 1970s, after the Vietnam War. In the decades since, PTSD has become a widely known mental health condition that could stem from a variety of traumatic events – not just […]
We often discuss how drivers can stay safe behind the wheel, and what they should do after an accident with another negligent driver. However, it is just as important for passengers to be safe as well. One of the best ways passengers can secure their safety is by wearing their seat belts. Unfortunately, many passengers […]
There is no question: if you suffered a severe injury in an accident caused by another’s negligence, you deserve compensation. But the time after an accident can be overwhelming, especially when you should only be focused on your recovery. It is often beneficial to consult an experienced attorney, but how do you know you have […]
The time directly after an accident can be overwhelming and confusing. Many people are in shock after being involved in a crash, and the combination of emotional stress and physical injuries can – and should – take precedence over gathering necessary information. But collecting information can be critical to obtain compensation. Here is a brief […]
Just because you have a drink or two that happen to contain alcohol, it doesn’t necessarily mean you are breaking the law if you then get behind the wheel of a car to drive. Most licensed drivers understand that the easiest way to avoid drunk driving is to fully abstain from alcohol before operating a […]
In past blog posts, we have discussed the increased risks that pedestrians face on Pennsylvania roads. Recent reports have also found that even though traffic deaths are down across the country, the number of pedestrian fatalities is only increasing. According to Consumer Reports, there were more pedestrian deaths last year than there has been in the last […]
Many people might think that the colder months are the most dangerous ones for Pennsylvania drivers. After all, rain, ice and snow can often make a deadly mix for any kind of vehicle. However, the winter season is not necessarily the most dangerous for drivers. All four seasons alike involve risks for everyone, but the […]