The National Safety Council estimates you’re about as likely to die from legal execution as a dog attack. And the American Veterinary Medical Association, along with State Farm and other partners, reports the number of dog-bite insurance claims dropped by 9% last year...
Year: 2019
How much does a Pennsylvania DUI affect auto insurance rates?
A Pennsylvania drunk driving charge can cost you in more than a few ways, potentially endangering everything from your livelihood to your driver’s, professional or recreational license, depending on circumstances. A Pennsylvania DUI will also take a serious toll...
Is your traffic ticket worth fighting?
Pennsylvanian residents will often opt to simply pay off a traffic ticket once it is received. But did you know that this isn't your only option? In fact, in some cases, it might actually be more beneficial for you to fight the ticket. FindLaw examines different...
Alleged hit-and-run causes vehicle to flip over
Injury is not a foregone conclusion in a car or truck accident, but a hit-and-run in New Jersey adds insult to whatever injury may occur. The victims of a hit and run can only attempt to recover damages if law enforcement finds the other driver. Authorities in...
Does Medicare cover medical costs for car accident injuries?
Most seniors celebrate the day they turn 65 and qualify for Medicare coverage for their health insurance. However, Medicare doesn't cover every medical treatment and what happens if you are injured in a car accident? How will those medical bills be paid? Auto...
Dangers of elevators for seniors
For elderly people in Pennsylvania with mobility issues, elevators can afford them the ability to go places that would not otherwise be accessible, maintaining at least some measure of normalcy and independence. However, elevators can also pose dangers that many...
Criminal charges sealed automatically under Pa. Clean Slate law
In December 2018, Pennsylvania passed a Clean Slate law that would seal the records of people with arrests and convictions on certain nonviolent misdemeanor charges. At that time, however, the people affected had to take the step of going to court and making...
Negligent choices continue to claim innocent lives
It should be no surprise to any resident in Pennsylvania that driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol increases the chance of an accident because a person's ability to safely operate a car and make decisions is impaired when under the influence of alcohol....
What are summer slip and fall risks?
In Pennsylvania, most of the biggest weather-related risks for slip and fall injuries are found in the winter. With summer, there isn't any ice or snow to worry about. However, that doesn't mean there are no slipping risks at all. Today, LISKO & ASSOCIATES will...
When a U-Turn is legal
When Pennsylvania drivers realize they have missed a turn, they may simply perform a U-turn. However, drivers may receive a traffic ticket for an illegal U-turn if they perform this maneuver in the wrong place. Many drivers may think that a U-turn is an acceptable...