Isn’t it time that Pennsylvania becomes one of the states that requires seatbelts in all school buses? Surprisingly, Federal law only requires seatbelts in school buses that weigh less than 10,000 pounds. Historically, regulators have opposed seatbelt mandates on larger school buses. … Read More
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The President and the Power to Pardon
As it’s been discussed in the news lately, an overview of the Constitutional Power to Pardon seems timely. The U.S. Constitution provides: “The President. . . Shall have Power to grant Reprieves and Pardons for Offences against the United States, … Read More
Cash Benefits for Amputation and Permanent Loss Injuries on the Job
The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act provides for the payment of cash benefits to an injured work who loses (amputation) or suffers permanent loss of use of certain members of the body. The payments are made at a scheduled number of … Read More
Facebook Discovery in Civil Litigation
The constant use of Facebook and other social media sites has become a prominent issue in civil litigation over the last five (5) to eight (8) years. Things that you may think are private may well turn out to be … Read More
Car Trouble
Always be sure to move your disabled vehicle to a safe location and far enough off the shoulder of the road to ensure personal safety. I know it may sound trivial, but we should all have a small emergency kit … Read More
Don’t Let Road Rage Ruin Your Summer Road Trip
Nearly every driver has experienced it one way or another–road rage! Road rage is driving in an aggressive or hostile manner. While its natural to feel some level of anger or frustration when someone cuts you off; pushes their way … Read More
What You Need to Know About Auto Insurance
The most important decision you make when choosing auto insurance is whether or not you want full tort or limited tort. Even though limited tort is less costly, this decision can impact how much money, if any, you will be … Read More
Are my Work Injury Wage Loss Checks Paid at Correct Rate?
Injured workers are eligible for wage loss benefits following a work related injury. How those benefits are calculated depends on the unique circumstances of the injured worker’s employment. Generally speaking, an injured worker receives a percentage of his/her average weekly … Read More
Social Security Disability- The 5 Step Process
An individual that applies for Social Security Disability is referred to as the Claimant. If the Claimant is initially denied disability benefits by the Social Security Administration, then the Claimant can appeal the decision within sixty (60) days of that … Read More
Obeying Traffic Signs
Traffic signs are posted for the safety of all drivers, but are often ignored by even the most experienced drivers. Ignoring some signs often result in a ticket. It is important to remember, every time you disobey a traffic sign, … Read More