After getting into a car crash, it is possible for a victim to suffer from a head injury that could lead to a brain injury. The severity of the injury will differ depending on circumstances unique to each crash, but it is still important to know what to keep an eye...
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3 factors that could determine DUI penalties
With penalties ranging from probation to five years in prison, it is easy to get confused by potential DUI consequences. Rehabilitative options and license suspensions further complicate matters. Case outcomes depend on many variables. This article will look at three...
How does premises liability differ from personal liability?
When accidents happen, a negligent party should accept responsibility. Doing so involves covering the damages for the injured person. Liability varies by the type of accident and location, so an injured person needs to review some details before pursuing legal action....
Preventing accidents due to driver fatigue
From bad weather to drunk drivers, you need to keep an eye out for many different risks while behind the wheel. Additionally, it is important to understand that many accidents occur due to less visible risk factors, such as driver fatigue. If you feel tired and worry...
What are the consequences of drugged driving in Pennsylvania?
Drunk driving is often a top concern for municipalities and motorists alike. However, drugged driving can also impair someone operating a vehicle. Any amount of a controlled substance in a person's system could open the individual to drugged driving charges. The...
Ways to contest the results of a breath test
Breath test results are common evidence in DUI cases. Pennsylvania is an implied consent state, which means that you are obligated to consent to a desktop breath test or blood analysis test to determine your blood alcohol content. Sometimes, officers also administer a...
Keeping a job during a criminal trial
A criminal arrest and the resulting procedure are major, life-changing events. However, time does not stand still. People still need to make money. They still need to provide for themselves or their families. What happens during an arrest? A criminal arrest could stop...
Quick steps to take after a hit and run accident
Auto collisions are stressful and terrifying, and often end in tragedy. Whether the accident is a minor fender bender or a dangerous collision, one thing is consistent. All parties involved in the accident should stay at the scene until the police come. If a driver...
Can you receive a drug possession charge as a vehicle passenger?
When a friend offers you a ride, you might feel that you have no reason to refuse their generous offer. Even if you know that your friend might have illegal substances in their car, you may think that it will not affect you because the drugs clearly are not yours. If...
The dangers of winter driving in Pennsylvania
When you take to the roads in Pennsylvania in the winter months, you face added risks. An inexperienced driver could fail to account for snow or ice and smash into your vehicle, causing personal injury. While you can not prevent all accidents, you can take measures to...