Don’t Let Fall Leaf Cleanup Become a “Fall” Hazard
Autumn is here and with that comes the annual clean up of leaves. As the weather becomes colder, the leaves...
Why You Should See a Doctor Immediately After a Car Accident
Car accidents are some of the most frequent causes of personal injuries in the United States. According to some estimates,...
Pennsylvania Car Crash Fatalities Hit Lowest Level Ever Recorded
Car accident related fatalities in 2016 were at their lowest level ever recorded. Governor Tom Wolf and PennDot recently announced...
New Insurance Requirements for Ride-Share Drivers in PA
In November 2016, Pennsylvania passed a bill to regulate ride-share companies, like Uber and Lyft. The ‘ride-share’ law sets insurance...
Over a Dozen Students Injured After Lancaster School Bus Overturns
According to police, more than a dozen people were injured after a hit-and-run driver caused a multi-vehicle crash this morning...
PennDOT to Improve Median Safety on I-81
An increase in violent, fatal crashes along the I-81 corridor in Cumberland and Franklin Counties has prompted PennDOT to move...
J&J Loses Another Multi-Million Dollar Verdict Over Talcum Powder
Johnson & Johnson was ordered by a St. Louis jury to pay more than $110 million to a Virginia woman...
Harrisburg Doctors Alert Patients of Potential Records Breach
Two Harrisburg-based physician offices have notified patients of a potential medical records breach. Harrisburg Gastroenterology and Harrisburg Endoscopy and Surgery...
Fatal Truck Crash in Paradise Township, Lancaster County
A fatal crash closed 30 east and west bound for more than eight hours early on Thursday, May 11 in...
Windshield Wiper Law in Pennsylvania
Did you know that if your windshield wipers are on, your headlights are also required to be on? According to...
What Can I Do If My SSD Application Is Denied?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD) is a type of coverage funded through payroll taxes. It pays monthly benefits to certain...
Sharing the Road: Safety Tips for Drivers and Motorcyclists
With spring here and warmer weather right around the corner, Pennsylvania motorists will see an increase in motorcyclists sharing the...
Pennsylvania to Implement Stricter Ignition Interlock Law for DUI Offenders
Beginning in August 2017, any person convicted of drunk driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .10 or more...
Pennsylvania’s Dram Shop Laws and Liability
A dram shop is a legal term used in the United States to refer to a bar, tavern, or similar...
Schuylkill County Crash Kills 2 and Injures 3
A fatal crash occurred at the intersection of Route 61 and Route 443 around 12:30 pm on Saturday, March 18th....
Harrisburg Girl Killed in Fire Caused by Charging Hoverboard
A March 10th Harrisburg city fire caused by a charging hoverboard has prompted a federal investigation. A 3 year old...
Dangerous Dog Law in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has rules that are derived from both statute and case law that apply when one person’s dog bites another...
Court Rules Philadelphia Eagles Must Pay Workers’ Comp to Former Player
A Pennsylvania Court has ruled that the Philadelphia Eagles must pay workers’ compensation benefits for the career-ending injury of a...
New iPhone Feature Will Block Texts While Driving
Apple plans to introduce a new iPhone feature that will prevent the dangerous habit of reading or sending a text...
Record Breaking Travel Expected this July 4th Holiday
A record number of Americans will be traveling this holiday weekend, according to a forecast released by AAA. A total...
1 Killed and Over 20 Injured in 1-81 Accident Caused by Snow
There was one fatality and almost two dozen people injured in a pileup crash on Interstate 81 North on the...
Potential Adoption of “Textalyzer” Device Aims to Catch Distracted Drivers
There is current legislation working its way through senate and assembly committees that would allow New York authorities to check...
New Automatic Braking Systems in Vehicles are Flawed
More and more, auto manufacturers are pushing the latest safety features on their vehicles. You may have seen auto advertisements...
House Bill 18 Threatens the Rights of Injured Workers
This past February, Representative Ryan Mackenzie introduced House Bill 18 which he claims is designed to address opioid abuse and...
Can Auto Manufacturers Be Liable for an Accident?
While auto manufacturers do their best to ensure their products are safe to use, some of them can either make...
4 Types of Burn Injuries and Your Legal Rights
In 2016, people received a total of about 486,000 burn injuries, according to the National Burn Repository (NBR) of the...
9 Student Winners Awarded in 2017 Road to Safety Scholarship Contest
Metzger Wickersham is pleased to announce the winners of its 5th annual student scholarship contest. The Road to Safety Scholarship...
2 Women Killed in Tractor Trailer Accident on I-81
Pennsylvania State Police say two women have been killed by an out-of-control tractor trailer on Interstate 81. The women have...
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Benefits for Children
It can be difficult to make ends meet when a family does not have the appropriate income to support its...
2 Lancaster Children Attacked by Pit Bull
Two Lancaster children are in serious condition after a male pit bull terrier attacked them on June 19. The children...
Truck Driver is Among Deadliest Jobs in the US
Every day, millions of vehicles travel many miles over the roadways in the United States. These vehicles not only transport...
Mother Killed and 2 Children Survive in Collision with Tractor Trailer
A 27-year-old mother was killed and her two toddlers were rescued on the morning of Monday, July 24th, when the...
New Device May Prevent Bed Sores
Pressure ulcers, commonly known as bed sores or pressure sores, are a prevalent danger for nursing home patients or those...
The Importance of Purchasing Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage on your Auto Insurance Policy
In Pennsylvania, insurance companies are required to offer the option to purchase uninsured motorist coverage (UM coverage) and underinsured motorist...
Metzger Wickersham Named Leading Personal Injury Law Firm in 2017 Harrisburg Who’s Who in Business Survey
We are proud to announce that we have been chosen as the leader in the Personal Injury Law Firm category...
Getting Reimbursed for Wage Loss After an Accident
Many people who are involved in an accident and sustain injuries are unable to work as a result of those...
Exceptions to Limited Tort in a Pennsylvania Car Accident Case
We recently wrote about the importance of carrying the full tort option on your car insurance policy. However, even if...
Top Three Mistakes Made by Teen Drivers
New results from a survey taken by driving instructors (Skills of Novice Teen Drivers) reveals the top three mistakes teens...
When Should You Go to the Doctor After a Slip and Fall Accident?
Every day, thousands of people suffer injuries from slip and fall accidents. When a fall occurs because of a property...
Who Has the Right of Way at an Intersection in PA?
Who has the right of way when two drivers approach an intersection at the same time? It is an event...
50-Car Crash in York County Kills One Person
State police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on the afternoon of Monday, January 30, 2017 on 1-83 Southbound....
Police Investigate Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Lancaster County
Police were called to the Turkey Hill Dairy warehouse facility in Manor Township, PA just after 7 pm on Tuesday,...
Pennsylvania Snow Removal Laws for Motor Vehicles
With the first winter storm of the season behind us and more inclement weather sure to come, Pennsylvania drivers should...
Over 1,300 Reported Workplace Injuries in Pennsylvania
For quite some time, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has required employers to report work-related deaths. However, a...
How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
One of the most common questions our team of personal injury attorneys at Metzger Wickersham get asked is “How much...
Metzger Wickersham Hosts Law Night
Contact Us During Our Extended Office Hours On Thursday, February 23rd, 2017 we are extending our regular office hours in...
Fourth Talcum Powder Case Goes to Trial
Despite Johnson & Johnson’s attempt to delay talcum powder litigation, the trial of Tennessee resident Nora Daniels, 56, began on...
Elderly Woman Dies in Crash in Lower Paxton Township
Police have released the name of a woman who died in a January 27, 2017 crash in Lower Paxton Township,...
Can I Get Compensated for a Brain Injury?
The brain is one of the most important organs in the body, responsible for regulating nearly all life-sustaining functions and...
Social Security Disability: The Waiting Game
Social Security Disability is funded by workers’ payroll taxes and provides monthly income and health care benefits when an illness...
Nursing Home Enforcement Increasing in Pennsylvania
Over the last several months, the Pennsylvania Department of Health has been ramping up enforcement actions for nursing homes. Records...
Tips to Prepare for Your Social Security Disability Application
The Social Security application process can seem daunting. What information will you need? How will you know if you're filling...
6 Most Common Auto Crash Scenarios
Recently, an article was published by Slate.com which highlighted six highly common motor vehicle crash scenarios. Most of these scenarios...
Johnson & Johnson Loses $417 Million Verdict in California Talc Powder Case
On August 21, 2017, a Los Angeles jury issued a $417 million verdict against Johnson & Johnson, finding the company...
How Common Is Medical Malpractice?
Different states have variable definitions of what they consider medical malpractice. In Pennsylvania, medical malpractice happens when a doctor or...
Drugged Driving on the Rise in Pennsylvania
According to AAA, there were 53,000 arrests for driving under the influence (DUI) in Pennsylvania last year. While there is...
Pennsylvania’s “Ride on Red” Law Goes Into Effect
Sixty days after Governor Tom Wolf signed the “Ride on Red” legislation into law it officially went into effect on...
Data Says Men Drive Distracted More Often Than Women
According to data, men in Pennsylvania are more often distracted while driving than women. The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts...
Defective Bicycle Lawsuits: Who Can Be Sued?
Product manufacturers are responsible for ensuring their products are free from dangerous defects. Product engineers, like those who design bikes,...
Avoid Drunk Driving Accidents This Halloween
With Halloween less than three days away, many people are gearing up for costume parties, work parties, and other festivities....
Safe Driving Tips for the Holiday Season
The winter holiday season brings increased travel on Pennsylvania roads due to the demands and activities of the time of...
Our Legal Team is Investigating Cases of Ovarian Cancer Linked to Talc-Based Powder
Every year, about 25,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer and over 15,000 die from this illness. According to statistics,...
Lancaster Rear-End Accidents Cause Injuries
When a driver rear-ends another vehicle, those both in the rear vehicle and in the front vehicle could be hurt...
Coping With the Aftermath of Lancaster Car Accidents
When car accidents occur, coping with the aftermath can be difficult for victims and their families. In addition to dealing...
Preventing Lancaster Motorcycle Accidents Over the Summer Months
WFMZ reported recently on a driver who will face charges for killing a motorcycle rider. The driver is a 22-year-old,...
Helping Harrisburg Drivers Avoid Wrong-Way Crashes
Drivers may become involved in wrong-way accidents if they cross a double yellow line. Drivers could accidentally cross a double...
Compensation for Your Dog Bite
Compensation For Your Dog Bite: An Aggressive Attorney Can Pursue Money Owed to VictimsIf you or your child has been...
Intersection Accident Prevention Tips for Harrisburg Drivers
The prevention of intersection accidents could help save thousands of lives and prevent thousands of injuries annually. The National Highway...
Preventing Truck Accidents by Mandating Snow Removal
Update: PA Senate Bill 94 passed. In Pennsylvania, truck drivers may soon have more responsibilities for the removal of snow and...
Broken Bones From a Semi-Truck Accident
Broken Bone Injuries Can Alter Your Life — Our Attorneys Can Fight for YouBroken bones or serious fractures are not...
Getting Medical Bills Paid After a Rear-End Crash in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is a no-fault insurance state. You can purchase full tort coverage or opt out of it. Your choice on...
Why Is It Important to Have Full Tort on My Car Insurance?
When you purchase car insurance in Pennsylvania, you must choose what is called a “tort option.” There are two options,...
What to Expect at the First Hearing on a Claim Petition
What happens at a first hearing for a Claim Petition depends on the specific judge your case is assigned to....
The Role of Independent Medical Examinations in a PA Workers’ Compensation Claim
Inevitably, injured workers receiving workers' compensation benefits will be sent for an Independent Medical Evaluation as allowed by the Pennsylvania...
AAA: Unrestrained Pets Create Distracted Driving Risk
Many people take their beloved animal companions along with them to run errands, go on road trips and many other...
I-81 Car Crash Near Carlisle Kills Three
The death toll has risen to three after a tragic multiple-vehicle crash that occurred on Interstate 81 Northbound between mile...
The Car Accident Statistics You Need to Know
In an instant, your life can change on a Pennsylvania road through no fault of your own. Auto and truck...
Attorneys Zachary Campbell and Amy Bauccio Named to Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Metzger Wickersham is pleased to announce that attorneys Zachary D. Campbell and Amy E. Bauccio have been certified as members...
Impact of Cell Phone Laws on Rear-End Collisions
In 1995, about 13 percent of the U.S. population had a cell phone or mobile phone. Today, 91 percent of...
Prevention of Teen Auto Collisions With Graduated Licensing Rules
When teenagers first get behind the wheel, the parents of these newbie drivers are probably worried sick. Parents have a...
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid After a Work Injury
Here are some of the most common mistakes made by injured workers and how they can harm your workers’ compensation...
Pennsylvania Bicycle Safety Essential as Weather Warms
As the weather warms up in Pennsylvania, more people will be riding bicycles for recreation, exercise, or commuting. Bicycle safety...
Protecting Children From Defective Car Seats
Each year, thousands of children are involved in motor vehicle accidents. In many cases, collisions are caused by another driver’s...
What Sets Metzger Wickersham Apart?
What Sets Metzger Wickersham Apart From Other Pennsylvania Personal Injury Firms?Hiring an attorney is not a decision that should be...
Five Things to Know After a Work Injury in Pennsylvania
1. If you are injured on the job, you should immediately report your injury to a supervisor or person of...
How to Deal with Your Case’s Statute of Limitations
They say that “Time and tide wait for no man,” and this saying certainly applies to personal injury claims. In...
Metzger Wickersham Honored With 2015 Who’s Who in Business Award
For the fourth year in a row, Metzger Wickersham has won Susquehanna Style’s Who’s Who in Business Award for Harrisburg’s...
Ladder Safety Essential to Protect Pennsylvania Workers From Falls
Falls from ladders are a leading cause of unintentional injury and death on the job, according to a new study...
PA Senior Drivers at Higher Risk of Collision
As a person ages, he or she may experience changes to body and brain that reduce flexibility, result in longer...
Hidden Nanny-Cam Catches Abuse of Elderly Woman at Bucks County Facility
According to CBS news, a Philadelphia woman is facing misdemeanor charges of Neglect of Care-Dependant person and Simple Assault after...
Metzger Wickersham Hosts Scholarship Contest for PA High School Seniors
Metzger Wickersham joins the campaign to end dangerous driving behavior: Scholarship Contest for high school seniors stresses dangers of drunk...
The Truth About Tort Reform
Many of our potential clients start our conversations the same way: “I never would have thought about talking to an...
The History of Metzger Wickersham
2013 marks the 125th anniversary of Metzger Wickersham law firm. In honor of our anniversary, please enjoy these historical photos...
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