Car Accidents

Construction zones across Harrisburg create daily challenges for drivers, and one merging technique continues to spark confusion and conflict on Pennsylvania roads. A zipper merge occurs when drivers use both lanes of traffic until reaching a designated merge point, then alternate into the open lane like teeth on a zipper—but this seemingly simple concept often […]

Rideshare car accidents blur the lines between personal car crashes and commercial transportation claims. When an Uber or Lyft vehicle is involved in a collision, figuring out who pays for your damages is complicated. The answer depends on various factors that don’t apply to car crashes involving two personal vehicles. Not knowing how to move […]

Fender benders and other types of car crashes are already upsetting and stressful, but when you get injured in a multi-vehicle crash, it becomes a legal nightmare. When three, four, or even more vehicles collide, determining who’s responsible becomes incredibly complex. Insurance companies point fingers at each other while you’re left dealing with injuries, medical […]

The general assumption is that pedestrians always have the right of way over drivers when crossing the street. While drivers have a greater duty of care to prevent harm to residents, this does not release pedestrians from liability if they are partially responsible for the incident, such as by darting out into the road without […]

Pennsylvania has implemented a new hands-free driving law that applies to all drivers, a critical law designed to decrease the risk of car accidents due to distracted driving. Table of Contents What Is Paul Miller’s Law and When Does it Go Into Effect? What Happens If I Get Caught Using My Phone While Driving in […]

Busy highways pose a lot of dangers for drivers commuting every day in heavy traffic, but it may surprise you to learn that many crashes also happen on familiar roads where Harrisburg drivers least expect them. Table of Contents Is Driving Near Your Home More Dangerous Than Highway Driving in Harrisburg? How Does Distracted Driving […]

You may initially walk away from a car accident feeling fine, and then days later start to feel a sharp pain down your back. This is not uncommon, as initially shock and adrenaline block some degree of pain. As the shock wears off and inflammation from the crash increases in your body, what might have […]

Insurance companies often approach Harrisburg car crash victims with verbal settlement offers shortly after collisions occur. These spoken agreements can create significant legal complications that affect your compensation and future rights. Table of Contents What Is a Verbal Settlement in a Harrisburg Car Crash Case? When Does a Settlement Become Legally Binding a Pennsylvania Release […]

Your medical records play a critical role in determining the success of your Harrisburg injury claim after a car crash. These documents can help to strengthen your case and maximize your compensation or give insurance companies ammunition to reduce or deny your settlement. At Schmidt Kramer, our Harrisburg car accident lawyers know how to leverage […]

Car accidents in Pennsylvania may sometimes require more than a police report and witness statements to build a strong injury claim. When cases are especially complex, such as for victims with life-altering injuries, medical experts play a crucial role who testifies about the full extent of your damages. At Schmidt Kramer, our experienced Harrisburg car […]