STATE COLLEGE LEGAL BLOG
What do you know about losing your job after a personal injury?
A recent car accident left you with injuries severe enough to keep you out of work for a while. You want to get back to your regular day-to-day life, but will you have a job to go back to once you recover? Learn whether your Pennsylvania employer has the right to...
Penalties for DUI in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania law establishes general, high and highest impairment categories for driving under the influence. Depending on the driver's blood alcohol content at the time of arrest, he or she could receive elevated penalties for a DUI conviction. Drivers facing a...
What should seniors do to avoid falls in the bathroom?
Falls are a serious risk for seniors and can happen almost anywhere. If you have a parent that you wish to protect from falls, then you should make sure you take time to fall-proof the bathroom as this is one room in the home where a majority of falls occur. Visiting...
How road rage endangers others
If you have experienced frustration, anxiety and rage while driving in Pennsylvania, you are certainly not alone. AAA reports that more than 80% of adult motorists in the nation admit to having aggression while driving. This frustration can lead to road rage and...
How does fault work in a Pennsylvania car accident?
Car accidents happen quickly, but the aftershock of a crash can have long-lasting consequences. If you have serious injuries that require medical treatment, you may find yourself struggling to pay your high medical bills. And if you need time off work to recover, you...
4 safety steps to help older adults avoid a fall
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 25% of adults 65 and older fall every year. As people get older, a fall can cause serious issues like broken hips or head injuries. And approximately 300,000 seniors spend time in a hospital each year because of...
The number of pedestrian deaths is rising
While Pennsylvania roads may be a safer place for drivers these days, they have actually become more dangerous for pedestrians. The number of fatalities has seen a steady increase since hitting a 20-year low in 2009. Even though localities and the federal government...
When does it make sense to hire a traffic ticket lawyer?
Whether you accidentally ran a red light, flipped an illegal U-turn or received a ticket for reckless driving, a traffic ticket has the potential to turn very serious very quickly. A skilled traffic ticket attorney can help to deescalate the situation and prevent the...
Motor vehicle wrecks and personality changes
Sometimes, the consequences of a car crash are evident right away (such as a debilitating back injury or a broken bone). On the other hand, some hardships take time to appear, such as brain trauma and emotional issues. In fact, some car crash victims experience major...
How can you help your teen avoid traffic tickets?
Getting a driver’s license gives your teen a chance to increase their independence by able to drive to school or work or just to go out with friends without needing to find a ride. However, with this new privilege is also the chance for traffic tickets. A traffic...