Six Things GEICO Doesn’t Want You To Know When Settling an Insurance Claim in Pennsylvania

GEICO earns millions of dollars each year as the second-largest automobile insurance provider in the United States. During 2019, the company wrote direct private passenger motor vehicle insurance premiums totaling over $34 million.  Because GEICO provides automobile insurance for millions of people in the United States, there is a chance that you might need to […]

2 Philadelphia men charged in Mullica crash that injured 65-year-old

A traffic stop in Mullica Township resulted in a traffic crash that injured a 65-year-old man in Hammonton. The incident began when police officers in Mullica Township pulled over a green Toyota minivan near Seventh Street and South White Horse Pike. The vehicle sped away and headed toward Hammonton. The police determined that the vehicle […]

Nine Factors That Determine How Much to Expect From a Car Accident Settlement in Pennsylvania

Each car accident case is unique. The amount of your settlement is based on the facts and circumstances in the case. You may need money now, but fight the urge to settle a car accident claim until you have all the facts about your injuries and damages. Why Should I Wait to Settle My Car […]

How to Obtain a Car Accident Report in Philadelphia

Most people who are involved in a car accident in Philadelphia call 911 to report the accident. Under Pennsylvania law, individuals involved in a traffic accident must immediately notify the police department of the crash if anyone is killed or injured. Also, the parties must notify the police immediately if a vehicle cannot be moved […]

Is it Legal to Drive Barefoot in Pennsylvania?

Going barefoot is a matter of personal preference. Many people prefer going barefoot in their homes and while driving their cars. However, is driving barefoot in Philadelphia a crime? No Federal or State Laws Prohibit Driving Barefoot Contrary to popular belief, there is not a federal or state law that prohibits a person from driving […]

Consequences of Using Your Cell Phone While Driving in Pennsylvania

If you’re pulled over for sending or reading a text on your cell phone while driving in Philadelphia, you’re looking at an automatic $50 fine, court costs, and other fees.  Charges for violations like these usually trigger a hike in your insurance premiums as well.  For commercial drivers, being caught texting behind the wheel will […]

What to Do if the Other Driver Doesn’t Report the Accident

Reporting a car accident to the police is typically the safest option. If the other driver refuses to report the accident or leaves the accident scene, you can call 911 to report the crash. A driver might not want to report the accident because they: If the other driver is uncooperative, belligerent, or aggressive after […]

What is the Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Lawsuits in Pennsylvania?

Car accidents are common occurrences. While they can be completely accidental, there is usually at least one party to blame. You may have high medical bills or you may have lost wages if you were injured in an accident. You could also have on-going medical or mental issues that were caused by the accident. If […]

Car Accidents are the Number One cause of Teenage Deaths in Pennsylvania

What is the number one cause of teen fatalities? Unsurprisingly, car accidents are the leading cause of teen deaths. Any parent in Philadelphia knows that teen drivers are new to the roads and lack experience. Rates for teen driver deaths do seem to be declining over the past few decades. However, the rates of death […]

How are Pain and Suffering Damages Calculated After an Accident in Pennsylvania?

After experiencing an accident in Philadelphia, you may have both physical and mental injuries. These may not be harms that are easy to calculate. Rather, they may be things like a lower quality of life, humiliation, disfigurement, PTSD, depression, or severe anxiety caused by the accident. In personal injury claims, you may be able to […]