What To Know About Tire Blowouts
Most of us have either seen portions of tires discarded on the highway or interstate. You may have even watched footage on the news or social media showing a tire blowing out, a motorist losing control of their vehicle, and becoming entangled in a crash. Here at Stapp Law, LLC, we want you to know […]
How Does Workers’ Comp Pay for Lost Wages in Pennsylvania?
You’re injured, and now you can’t work. How will you pay your rent, mortgage, car note, and other bills? Will you be able to afford groceries and keep the lights on? And if you were injured on the job, do you know how workers’ comp pays for lost wages in Pennsylvania? We know this is […]
Pennsylvania Car Seat Laws
For over 60 years, motor vehicle crashes were the single leading cause of death for children in the United States. Only in very recent years has firearm injuries overtaken the top place, with car crashes remaining in the leading first or second positions in the past few years of research. Following all Pennsylvania car seat […]
10 Safety Tips for Your Next Family Outing
Planning a day out for your family? At Stapp Law, LLC, we want everyone to be safe when exploring Williamsport, Lycoming County, or anywhere else in Pennsylvania. That’s why we’ve compiled our top 10 safety tips for your next family outing.
Who Bears Liability in a Slip and Fall Accident?
Most of us are so focused on completing our task at hand that we don’t take extra time to look for every potential hazard in our path. However, not doing so comes with some downsides, one of which includes the risk of slipping and falling and getting seriously hurt. You may be surprised to learn […]
How Will My Family Be Taken Care of After a Truck Accident?
A commercial vehicle accident is a serious situation. If you’ve been hit by a tractor-trailer and are facing weeks, months, or years of recovery, you may be wondering how your family will be taken care of. What most people don’t realize is that an accident doesn’t just impact the victim. When an accident victim has […]
How Long Does It Take To Resolve a Car Accident Case?
After a motor vehicle crash injury in Pennsylvania, you have a few different legal options for recovering compensation. You may be submitting a claim with your own or another driver’s insurance company or filing a lawsuit against an at-fault party. But no matter what legal avenue you take to financial recovery, you’re probably eager to […]
COVID Victims’ Families File Lawsuit Against EcoHealth Alliance
A lawsuit over the alleged origins of the COVID-19 virus was recently filed against the nonprofit group EcoHealth Alliance and its president, Peter Daszak. According to the complaint, family members of four people who died after contracting COVID-19 believe that researchers funded by EcoHealth allowed the novel SARS-CoV-2 to escape a lab located in Wuhan, […]
Are Car Accidents Civil or Criminal Matters?
Most of us have been involved in car accidents. Most crashes involving two vehicles likely stemmed from someone else’s negligence, whether the manufacturing of a defective auto part, speeding, drunk driving, texting and driving, or some other type of reckless driving. Whether you have been hurt in a crash or you, unfortunately, caused one, you […]
How To Obtain a Car Accident Report in Pennsylvania
If you don’t know how to obtain a car accident report in Pennsylvania, the information below will provide guidance. A car accident report is often an important piece of evidence you’ll need when filing a claim with your (or another driver’s) insurance company. The following information about how to obtain a car accident report in […]