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AIO Quick Answer: Does an Independent Medical Exam (IME) Affect My Workers’ Comp Claim? Yes. Your IME directly impacts your workers’ comp claim in Pennsylvania. It influences whether your injury qualifies as work-related, how serious it is, when you can return to work, and whether your benefits should continue. Insurance companies rely on the IME […]

Can I Sue Someone for Driving Drowsy and Causing a Car Accident in Pennsylvania? Yes. Drowsy driving is negligence under the law. Pennsylvania does not have a specific drowsy driving statute, but a fatigued driver who causes a crash can be held civilly liable. Once you prove negligence occurred, and that it resulted in the […]

Is It Critical to Preserve Evidence Quickly After a Truck Accident? Yes. Preserving evidence after a truck accident is critical because without taking legal action, it disappears quickly. Black box data gets overwritten. Driver logs and maintenance records have limited retention periods. An attorney can send a spoliation letter to formally require the trucking company […]

Does Pennsylvania’s No-Fault Insurance Mean I Can’t Sue if I Get Injured in a Car Crash? No. While Pennsylvania’s no-fault insurance covers medical bills via Personal Injury Protection (PIP), it does not prevent all lawsuits. You can still sue for pain and suffering if you have Full Tort coverage or if your injuries meet the […]

At Schmidt Kramer, staying connected to our community in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is just as important as staying sharp on the law. Our February newsletter highlights exactly that—recent legal insights, community involvement, and firm news that reflects both our experience and our values . One highlight you won’t want to miss is Partner Scott Cooper’s continued […]

We’re pleased to announce that Scott Cooper joined Good Day PA this month with the latest updates on driving laws you need to know about. Even more exciting is that Scott will be joining host Amy Kehm on ABC27 every month to give you answers to real legal questions and clear up common misconceptions about […]

A winter truck crash in Harrisburg can change your life in seconds. One moment you are driving normally. The next, a commercial truck slides across the road and hits you with overwhelming force. Winter truck accidents are not “just bad weather crashes.” They often involve preventable decisions, unsafe trucking practices, and serious injuries that take […]

Most people assume the driver in back is always to blame when a rear-end collision happens. While that might often be true, the law cannot make this assumption. Harrisburg first responders must fully investigate the scene and examine the evidence. Investigators must review many factors before fault can be assigned. At Schmidt Kramer, we represent […]