State College Pennsylvania Law Blog
What is a concussion? May 06, 2018 | firm news, personal injury
A concussion results from a blow to the head, which can occur because of a car accident, a slip and fall injury, and many other situations. While concussions are often mild, serious complications may occur that can sometimes have lifelong effects. The Mayo Clinic explains more about concussions and what to look out for if you’ve recently experienced a head injury. Your brain is cushioned by fluid within your… READ MORE
The perils and anger that follow a car accident May 03, 2018 | firm news, motor vehicle accidents
You’re driving down the road and as you approach a stop sign, the vehicle behind you crashes into your back bumper. The accident is their fault, but in the heat of the moment, you don’t think about that. The anxiety and stress of the crash leads to you making a bad decision — you get angry and upset, and you flee the scene of the accident…. READ MORE
Beer truck crashes, driver suffers minor injuries April 05, 2018 | firm news, motor vehicle accidents
More than a month ago, we wrote a post about four trucks being involved in an accident on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. There’s no information about injuries to the people involved in the crash, and little else to go on in the story. Today, we want to continue the theme of truck accidents on this blog by discussing another wreck — but one that centers on the… READ MORE
Key facts regarding preliminary hearings April 04, 2018 | college student criminal defense
Sometimes people make mistakes or face accusations of actions that could possibly harm others. In some instances, this may lead to those people fighting criminal charges. It is important to understand the different aspects of the court process when determining a course of action. In particular, for the preliminary hearing, there are a few key facts to understand. The hearing establishes the case According to the Pennsylvania code… READ MORE
Calm during divorce is achievable March 22, 2018 | family law mediation, firm news
Going through a divorce is an incredibly difficult step, even if you only look at it from the perspective of accomplishing a legal procedure. Now add in the emotional and financial strings that are pulled throughout the process, and it is easy to understand why people say a divorce will be one of the most painful things you will go through in life. This doesn’t mean… READ MORE
NFL player arrested on drunk driving charge March 08, 2018 | drunk driving, firm news
Last week, a truly bizarre accident occurred in New York that made the headlines for numerous reasons. The accident in question involved a National Football League player that was operating his vehicle in an inebriated state of mind. The player, Jets linebacker Dylan Donahue, drove the wrong way down the Lincoln Tunnel and eventually crashed into a bus. Four passengers aboard the bus were injured in… READ MORE
Pennsylvania Turnpike site of 4-truck accident February 23, 2018 | firm news, motor vehicle accidents
The Pennsylvania Turnpike was the site of a four-vehicle accident, where all of the vehicles involved were large trucks. Two tractor trailers and two box trucks were involved in the crash, and there are no reports about injuries to the drivers and people involved. In fact, there are almost no details about the crash at all. The one thing we do know is that the northbound… READ MORE
Two reasons to consider collaborative divorce February 21, 2018 | family law mediation, firm news
Collaborative divorce is a relatively new option for couples that are considering divorce. The process is different than the more traditional form of litigation in a number of ways. In some cases, the collaborative process can prove beneficial for both parties. Two specific reasons to take this process into consideration include efficiency and a reduced risk for exhaustion. How is collaborative divorce more efficient? Litigation can… READ MORE
