In general, if you are employed in the state of Pennsylvania, you are covered by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance if you are injured on the job. If you suffer a sudden injury or if you develop an injury over time, workers’ compensation insurance should cover your medical expenses, as well as other costs. However, […]
Pennsylvania Teen Driving Laws
/in Car Accidents /by Jay SolnickTeen driving laws in Pennsylvania are designed to move new drivers through three specific stages over 18 months. Beginning at age 16, teens can acquire a learner’s permit. Eventually, after completing specific milestones set forth by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, they can obtain a full, unrestricted driver’s license as soon as age 17 ½. […]
Pennsylvania Parking Lot Accidents
/in Car Accidents /by Jay SolnickPeople often wonder what happens and who is responsible when they suffer an accident in a parking lot or garage. If you’ve been injured as the result of an accident in a parking lot in Pennsylvania, you may be entitled to recover compensation from the responsible party. Determining who is legally at fault (if anyone) […]
What is the Average Car Accident Settlement in Pennsylvania?
/in Car Accidents /by Jay SolnickIf you have been injured in a car accident in Pennsylvania, you are probably wondering how you will pay your medical bills and other expenses. You may have missed a significant amount of time from work, causing a major reduction in your income. If you pursue legal action against the driver who caused your injuries, […]
Are Independent Contractors Covered by Workers’ Compensation in Pennsylvania?
/in Workers Compensation /by Jay SolnickIn general, if you are employed in the state of Pennsylvania, you are covered by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance if you are injured on the job. If you suffer a sudden injury or if you develop an injury over time, workers’ compensation insurance should cover your medical expenses, as well as other costs. However, […]
Pennsylvania Motorized Bike and Scooter Laws
/in Bike Accidents /by Jay SolnickMany Pennsylvanians use motorized bikes or scooters as their primary methods of transportation. However, simply because these individuals do not use motor vehicles does not mean that traffic laws do not apply to them. In fact, different laws apply depending on the type of motorbike or scooter that is used. Electric bicycles are a popular […]