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The Judicial Conduct Board of Pennsylvania met on February 5th to select officers for the year. We are pleased to announce Schmidt Kramer partner Scott Cooper was elected as chair. Cooper and the other officers were selected unanimously. Cooper was appointed by then-Governor Tom Wolf as a lawyer member of the Judicial Conduct Board back […]

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The Central Penn Business Journal’s Power 100 List is composed of leaders in our communities who help improve the quality of life in central Pennsylvania. Schmidt Kramer is proud to announce that our very own Scott Cooper has been chosen for the 2024 Power 100 List. Cooper, a partner at our firm, takes on motor […]

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At-fault drivers make a lot of arguments about why they should not be held liable for a crash. While many of these arguments are flimsy, some may sound reasonable. For example, if the other driver says he or she had a seizure or briefly lost consciousness. The question is whether the law allows drivers to […]

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Construction zones can be dangerous places for drivers in large or small vehicles. If drivers, construction companies and other parties traveling through these areas are not careful, dangerous collisions can occur. Victims of these crashes often assume another driver is at fault, and oftentimes they are right. However, other parties can be involved, particularly when […]

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What Harrisburg Car Crash Victims Need to Know About Hip Pain

Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on February 23, 2024 in Car Accidents

A hip injury caused by a Pennsylvania car crash can be extremely debilitating. These injuries are often incredibly painful and may dramatically affect your mobility. Schmidt Kramer discusses some of the most common hip injuries caused by collisions, as well as the symptoms, treatment options and long-term complications that may result. Those who suffered hip […]

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Who is at Fault When a Car Crashes into a Building in Harrisburg, PA?

Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on February 21, 2024 in Car Accidents

There are many different types of car accidents, including some that involve the surrounding environment, like nearby buildings. These accidents are often caused by impaired drivers or those who mistakenly hit the accelerator. Elderly drivers are also at risk for these collisions, as they may have impaired vision and delayed reaction time. You may think […]

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Why it Is Dangerous To Drive With a Dirty Windshield in Pennsylvania

Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on February 16, 2024 in Car Accidents

Dirty windshields not only look bad, but they are also a huge safety risk. Dirt, snow, dust, road debris and other materials that can stick to the windshield make it harder to see, affecting your reaction time. It could take you half a second longer to react to sudden obstacles or changes in the flow […]

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How Roundabout Crashes Occur and Who May Be At Fault in Pennsylvania

Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on February 06, 2024 in Car Accidents

Drivers are so used to traditional intersections that they are often unsure of what to do in a roundabout. They may be overly polite and yield the right of way when they should not do so. They may also stop in the middle of the roundabout. These are just two examples of reckless driving behaviors […]

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Schmidt Kramer’s February 2024 Newsletter is Now on Our Website!

Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on February 06, 2024 in General

The latest edition of the Schmidt Kramer newsletter is now live on our website. Check out these highlights of what has been happening at the firm over the last few months. To start with, our firm received the 2023 UCP Life Without Limits Award from UCP Central PA, an organization Schmidt Kramer has supported for […]

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What Is Seat Belt Syndrome and How Could a Crash Cause This Injury?

Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on January 22, 2024 in Car Accidents

People have different opinions and feelings about wearing seat belts, but the fact is that they save thousands of lives every year. Despite the protection they provide, however, they can also sometimes cause a serious injury, known as seat belt syndrome, after a crash. This article talks more about seat belt syndrome, including what it […]

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