If your driving makes a nearby police officer suspect that you have had too much to drink, they will probably pull you over to check. A police officer will ask you a few questions and then ask you to step out of the vehicle if they think your answers or your speech...
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How much will insurance cover after a major car crash?
You almost can't turn on a radio or television without hearing an insurance commercial. Insurance companies are some of the biggest advertising spenders because every homeowner and vehicle owner needs to carry coverage. They have a massive consumer base and want to...
Tactics employers may use to avoid workers comp claims
Workers' compensation exists to support employees injured on the job and protect employers. However, sometimes employers use bad faith tactics to avoid paying a valid claim, especially if the injury leads to long periods of missed work. Delaying a report of the injury...
Recoverable damages in a Pennsylvania car accident case
In Pennsylvania, car accident victims typically turn to personal injury protection or tort insurance to cover the damages suffered. However, cases involving severe injuries allow them to sue the at-fault driver for compensatory damages, which divide further into...
Good driving habits that help prevent car accidents
If you have ever experienced a car collision, you may wonder if there is anything you can do to reduce the risk of having another accident in the future. While there is no way to completely eliminate the risk, there are many things you can do to take control of your...
3 circumstances that increase DUI penalties in Pennsylvania
It is against the law to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of .08 or higher in Pennsylvania. Depending on your weight, you may reach this level with the consumption of as little as two alcoholic drinks. While the consequences for driving under the influence are...
New implant is promising for those with spinal cord injuries
A spinal cord injury (SCI) can be devastating for victims who may need lifelong care. However, researchers in Switzerland have produced an implant for the spine that enables a paralyzed patient to walk again. About SCI The job of the spinal cord is to transmit...
Are injured remote employees covered under workers’ compensation?
These days, many employees are working from home, and you may be a member of this group. But as a remote employee, what happens if you sustain an injury? Do you have coverage under workers’ compensation? Policies for remote employees The state of Pennsylvania requires...
How does a DUI affect my insurance coverage?
Slipping behind the wheel for a short drive home after a few social drinks with friends can lead to an arrest for driving under the influence. From the initial charges to the potential conviction, everything about your ability to drive may change. Not only can a...
An important high-court decision affecting warrantless searches
A recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling will likely change the steps law enforcement officers take in conducting warrantless searches when they pull over a vehicle and smell marijuana. While it can be considered as a factor, the odor itself cannot be the only...