Dangers of Speeding and Why It Leads to So Many Crashes on U.S. Roads
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on January 31, 2022 in Car Accidents
Each year, thousands of people are killed in car crashes that involve one or more vehicles that were speeding. (In 2019 alone, 9,748 people were killed in crashes involving speeding.) A significant number of these crashes also involve distracted driving, as distracted drivers often do not realize how fast they are going. So many drivers […]
Read MoreCommon Types of Head/Traumatic Brain Injuries Suffered in Car Accidents
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on January 28, 2022 in Car Accidents
Some of the worst injuries caused by car accidents are head and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Even a moderate brain injury could end up affecting you for the rest of your life. The damage could affect you physically and psychologically, creating numerous daily challenges. Below, Schmidt Kramer’s experienced attorneys discuss some of the most common […]
Read MoreWho Could Be at Fault for a Crash That Occurs When a Vehicle is Backing Up?
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on January 20, 2022 in Car Accidents
There are many types of accidents that happen on our nation’s roads every year. However, you might be surprised at how many crashes occur while backing up. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates there are about 30,000 accidents per year that involve one or more vehicles backing up. You may be thinking this […]
Read MoreStrategies for Avoiding Aggressive Driving While You are on the Road
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on January 17, 2022 in Car Accidents
It may come as little surprise that aggressive driving is a factor in many serious or life-threatening crashes. Aggressive driving increases the risk of a crash because it puts the aggressive driver and others in dangerous situations. While there is no foolproof way to avoid all aggressive drivers, there are strategies for lowering your risk […]
Read MoreHow Accident Reconstruction Could Benefit Your Car Crash Claim
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on December 30, 2021 in Car Accidents
Sometimes an attorney can validate a claim with a police report, pictures of the damaged vehicles and the victim’s medical records. In more complicated cases, an attorney may need to gather additional evidence to validate a claim. One example of when this may happen is if the claim could cost the insurance company a lot […]
Read MoreWhen Should You Consider Hiring a Lawyer for Your Car Accident Claim?
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on December 21, 2021 in Car Accidents
Many times, car crash victims are unsure if they need a lawyer to help them pursue compensation. They may think their injuries are not that severe or it cannot be that hard to recover compensation. In Pennsylvania, crash victims deal with their own insurance companies, not the at-fault driver’s insurer. This may give victims a […]
Read MoreCan a Private Property Owner be Held Liable for a Car Crash?
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on December 03, 2021 in Car Accidents
Many car crashes happen on public roads, like interstates and highways, but a significant number happen on private property as well. Some examples of car accidents that occur on private property include parking lot crashes that happen outside of shopping malls, hotels and restaurants. While many car crashes are the result of negligent driving, property […]
Read MoreWhat if You Get Injured in a Crash While Driving with an Expired License?
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on November 30, 2021 in Car Accidents
It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle in Pennsylvania or any other state with an expired driver’s license. If you get injured in an accident, you may be unsure about your options for seeking compensation and have a variety of questions about what to do. The experienced attorneys at Schmidt Kramer are here to […]
Read MoreHow Dash Camera Footage Could Impact a Car Crash Claim
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on November 29, 2021 in Car Accidents
Sometimes the police report, statements from those involved and medical records are enough to establish fault for a crash. However, sometimes victims need more evidence, particularly when the insurance company attempts to deny or underpay the claim. In these situations, footage from a dashboard camera could be a big help. Our experienced Harrisburg-based vehicle accident attorneys discuss […]
Read MoreCan You Recover More Than Your Car Insurance Policy Limits?
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on November 19, 2021 in Car Accidents
Car crashes can be incredibly dangerous, resulting in life-changing injuries for those involved. If this happens to you, the personal injury protection (PIP) coverage in your car insurance may be worth far less than the value of all your damages. The question becomes: what do you do? You do not want to try to pay […]
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