PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS BLOG

Schmidt Kramer Partner Scott Cooper is representing the plaintiffs in a lawsuit that recently made it to Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled both sides can present arguments on whether the Superior Court made the right decision to deny stacked UIM coverage in Grix v. Progressive Specialty Insurance. The Superior Court, composed of […]

We are proud to announce our law firm was included in the 2021 Edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” in two different tiers and six different categories. The “Best Law Firms” list is compiled through a detailed evaluation consisting of evaluations from clients and lawyers, peer reviews from attorneys, and a […]

While some personal injury claims go to trial, most are resolved through an out-of-court settlement, often with an insurance company. The settlement provides an amount of compensation that was agreed upon by both parties. Once both sides agree to a settlement, that is usually the end of the process. However, what if your injuries get […]

Every year, drunk driving crashes kill thousands of people on our nation’s roads. Despite these alarming numbers, laws against drunk driving and the severe penalties for this reckless behavior, the crashes continue to happen. When we hear about these accidents, we often focus on what the punishment will be for the drunk driver. However, the […]

While a third party who witnessed a car crash can only explain what he or she saw, expert witnesses can use their extensive knowledge and experience to clarify many aspects of a case. For example, a medical expert witness could provide testimony about how an injury may affect you in the future and how it […]

The 2020 presidential election is fast approaching and so are the deadlines to register to vote and request an absentee ballot. Voters are increasingly choosing absentee and mail-in ballots because they are a convenient way to vote. Below, Schmidt Kramer outlines the proper steps to take to vote by mail in Pennsylvania and make sure […]

The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted many aspects of society, including homeowners insurance. The new normal has transformed the housing market in many ways. New and existing homeowners are becoming more attuned to digital channels, are moving to the suburbs, and have a preference for community in the places where they live, work and play. Below, […]

The Social Security Administration (SSA) denies many initial applications for disability benefits, even when applicants have a strong case for receiving benefits. The SSA is hoping to root out frivolous applications and discourage people without valid claims from applying. That means many of those who may have qualifying disabilities and meet other criteria may need […]

Suffering a severe personal injury can be devastating to your health and finances in the short-term. Sometimes severe injuries leave permanent damage and victims experience symptoms for the rest of their lives. This can affect their ability to continue working, or at least continue working as many hours or in the same capacity as before. […]

A U-turn is essentially a left turn, which means it is a very dangerous traffic maneuver. A left turn is involved in nearly a quarter of all crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association. Often, the driver making the U-turn is found to be at fault for the crash. He or she must […]