It is an unfortunate fact that large numbers of Pennsylvanians will soon be very sick, or even dead, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. In these situations it will be crucial to preserve witnesses and evidence as soon as possible. The cases will be among the very most difficult to prove. At a minimum […]
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Fatal Crash at Limekiln Pike and County Line Road Warrington
Our office is located at Limekiln Pike and Lower State Road at the corner of Montgomery Township that abuts Warrington and Horsham Township. Over the years we have witnessed countless serious accidents at the sharp turn just north of the newly constructed bridge in front of our office. It seems that every time it rains […]
Traffic Deaths in Pennsylvania Are At An All-Time Low
In 2017, there were 1,137 traffic deaths, PennDOT announced. At 51 less traffic deaths than 2016, this is the lowest number of traffic deaths since PennDOT began keeping records in 1928. PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards noted the significant decreases is a combination of education, effective enforcement, and safety improvements. These decreases are significant in […]
Distracting a Driver Via Text Could Now Bring Liability
While courts and lawmakers deal with the increasingly pervasive issue of distracted driving, a recent case in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania Gallatin v. Gargiulo, shows that anyone sending a text message may now face liability if he or she knowingly distracts a driver who ends up in an accident. In an apparent case of first impression, […]
Qualified Immunity Granted to Police Officer Who Shot Suspect With Rifle
SCOTUS Grants Immunity to Police Officer Who Used a Rifle to Kill a Reckless Motorist From an Overpass Texas police officers went to a drive-in restaurant with a warrant in hand to arrest Isreal Leija Jr. but the 24 year-old did not want to be caught. Leija sped away in his Pontiac Grand Am leading […]
