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Income That May Not be Counted Against Supplemental Security Income Applicants
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There are two main issues to consider when it comes to your eligibility for Supplemental Security Income, the severity of your medical condition/disability and your monthly income and assets. However, if you have good reason to believe your disability qualifies, but you are concerned about your income and assets, there are some things you should […]
Read MoreSteps Attorneys May Take to Help Preserve Evidence for an Injury Claim
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There are things accident victims can do to help preserve evidence of their injury. For example, taking pictures right after the injury happened could be very helpful when your attorney begins putting your case together. Asking witnesses what they saw and obtaining their contact information can also be important. However, while there is no requirement […]
Read MorePercentage of Fatal Car Crashes Went Up During COVID-19 Lockdowns
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Although the COVID-19 lockdowns caused a significant decrease in car accidents, the empty roads may have enticed many drivers to speed, resulting in deadlier crashes in many cities. According to an analysis performed by Reuters, the ratio of deadly accidents increased 292 percent in Chicago, 167 percent in New York City and 65 percent in […]
Read MoreIs the Minimum Car Insurance Coverage Enough if You Are in an Accident?
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Every state has different auto insurance laws and requirements regarding a driver’s financial responsibility for operating a motor vehicle. In Pennsylvania, all drivers must carry a certain amount of car insurance to protect them from being injured or hurting someone else in the event of an accident. However, many policyholders often wonder: how much coverage […]
Read MoreCan You Obtain Compensation from Your Own Car Insurance Policy?
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It is only natural to think the other driver who caused the crash should be financially responsible for your damages. In most states, that is the case. Pennsylvania is one of a handful of states that requires drivers to purchase personal injury protection coverage to pay for their medical bills, up to the limits they […]
Read MoreAnswers To Frequently Asked Questions About PA Auto Accidents
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Q) Will I meet with a lawyer? Yes. At the initial consultation, a lawyer from Schmidt Kramer will meet with you. Throughout the remainder of our representation of you, a lawyer and a legal assistant will be involved in the handling of your claim. Q) What if I am not able to come to your […]
Read MoreAre Veterans Automatically Eligible for Social Security Disability?
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While both the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Social Security Administration (SSA) provide benefits to those with disabilities, these programs have separate eligibility criteria. You could be eligible for VA benefits and ineligible for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits and vice versa. Below, learn more about the eligibility criteria for both programs to find […]
Read MoreScott Cooper Discusses Recommended Car Insurance Coverage on Good Day PA
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Many people have been looking to save money because of the economic slowdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there are certain coverages you should not drop from your policy, as they can help protect you financially after an accident. Last week, Schmidt Kramer partner Scott Cooper was on Good Day PA discussing the coverages […]
Read MoreReasons Why it Can Be Tough to Establish Liability for Left-Turn Crashes
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Left turns can be very dangerous, no matter how much traffic there is or how careful you are when making this maneuver. You are cutting across traffic heading in the opposite direction, so speeding up may not help you avoid a crash as it might when making a right turn. If you were injured in […]
Read MoreTo Lawyers
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Schmidt Kramer has been securing results for personal injury victims in Harrisburg and throughout Pennsylvania for more than 30 years. We could not have recovered more than $100 million in compensation without referrals from lawyers and paralegals like you. If you are looking to refer a personal injury case to another attorney, or for a […]
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