On behalf of McCormick & Vilushis LLC | Jun 15, 2020 | Firm News
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....
On behalf of McCormick & Vilushis LLC | May 26, 2020 | Firm News
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...
On behalf of McCormick & Vilushis LLC | Apr 17, 2020 | Firm News
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...
On behalf of McCormick & Vilushis LLC | Jan 10, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
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,...
On behalf of McCormick & Vilushis LLC | Dec 11, 2019 | Firm News
To qualify for the Social Security Disability Insurance, you have to prove to the relevant authorities that you are in need of assistance. This is a crucial step, as it helps to fight potential fraud. As a matter of fact, the Social Security Administration awards...
On behalf of McCormick & Vilushis LLC | Oct 16, 2019 | Firm News
There are two basic parts to the Social Security Administration’s standard for disability: a condition that is likely to result in death and/or last more than a year and that prevents you from working. Sometimes, it can take months for the Administration...
On behalf of McCormick & Vilushis LLC | Jun 24, 2019 | Firm News, Personal Injury
Road deaths in Pennsylvania and around the country fell slightly in 2018 according to recently released figures from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, but the agency’s preliminary fatality report also reveals a worrying rise in the number of...
On behalf of McCormick & Vilushis LLC | Jun 10, 2019 | Firm News, Workers Compensation
With an estimated 1,300 workers dying from heat-related illness each year in Pennsylvania and across the U.S., employers must do all they can to keep their workers safe during the warmer months. There are several protective actions that employers can take. All...
On behalf of McCormick & Vilushis LLC | May 28, 2019 | Firm News, Personal Injury
Pennsylvania residents may know that Tesla is one of the leading proponents of autonomous vehicle technology despite some setbacks. The company’s Autopilot feature, which was introduced in 2018, has been linked to a series of deadly crashes. An update to the...
On behalf of McCormick & Vilushis LLC | May 16, 2019 | Firm News
According to studies, one in four workers will experience a disability that prevents them from working by the time they reach retirement. While disabilities may not be uncommon for workers, the process for applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can...
