Erie, PA Legal Blog
Is it safe to drive hungover?
You might think that choosing to sleep off a night of heavy drinking rather than getting behind the wheel is the responsible choice. But while you can pat yourself on the back for not driving while intoxicated, research shows that driving hungover may be just as...
What expenses does workers’ compensation cover?
After a workplace injury, you may be overwhelmed. Will time away from work leave your family without the support they need? How will you cover your medical expenses if you aren’t working? How long can you be away from work before you must return? Thankfully, workers’...
Commonwealth v. Chichkin – How Can a Past ARD Affect Future DUI Mandatory Minimum & Maximum Sentences?
Under Pennsylvania’s DUI sentencing scheme, DUI offenders with “prior offenses” within ten years face heightened minimum and maximum penalties. In two recent court cases decided jointly by the Pennsylvania Superior Court, Commonwealth v. Chichkin and Commonwealth v....
Warehouse automation may lead to illnesses and injuries
Warehouse workers may face a greater risk of job-related illnesses and injuries from the increased use of automation. Working alongside rapid-pace machines means employees need to keep up with preprogrammed robots in both speed and precision. As reported by Time...
Police now can check if those arrested have COVID-19
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, first responders have faced a greater likelihood of exposure to the virus. In fact, in April, two police unions representing Erie County law enforcement officers sued because officers didn’t have access to information...
Whose insurance covers medical costs after an accident?
Getting in a car accident can be an extremely emotional and stressful experience. There are so many challenges you may face: severe injuries and medical costs, loss of wages due to being unable to work, and damages to your car. On top of all of that, you’re concerned...
Reasons to evoke your right to be silent
If an officer places you under arrest, you may face many questions. An officer has the right to ask you questions, but in most cases, you have the right to not answer these questions. Beyond providing the initial information to identify yourself or provide information...
What to do if you witness a serious workplace injury
Some jobs are inherently more dangerous than others. Still, regardless of where you work or what you do, you may eventually witness an on-the-job injury. In fact, the National Safety Council reports that a workplace injury occurs roughly every 7 seconds somewhere in...
Authorities accused him of leading a theft operation – the evidence showed otherwise
The Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office levied dramatic accusations against the 44-year-old northwest Pennsylvania man. They claimed he was a criminal mastermind, the ringleader in an ATV and motorcycle theft scheme. The evidence for those allegations,...
The potentially catastrophic results of a traumatic brain injury
Whether you are a construction worker, an athlete or simply a Pennsylvania driver who becomes the victim of a traffic accident, a traumatic brain injury can radically change your life. These injuries happen when you receive a blow to your head that causes it to...
