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It makes sense that crashes increase during holiday periods because the traffic volume on state highways and byways goes up

Holidays May Mean a Road Trip, and Here’s How to Stay Safe

Driving in Pennsylvania can be relaxing or challenging, depending on the weather, the distance, how distracted you may be, or the reason you are on the road. If it's the ...
Pennsylvania laws outline the rights and duties of each form of travel. However, car accidents still happen between two or more vehicles, automobiles and pedestrians, and motors and cyclists.

What to Know About Pennsylvania Car Accident Laws

Pennsylvania has more than nine million licensed drivers and over four million registered vehicles. At peak hours and times of the day, certain roadways and highways contain higher volumes of ...

Settling A Workers’ Compensation Claim Can Mean Giving Up Lifetime Benefits

Settling a workers' compensation claim, may mean giving up lifetime benefits. That is why it is best to discuss your case with an experienced workers' compensation attorney at Melaragno, Placidi ...

What Is Bankruptcy And Will It Wipe Out All My Debts

Bankruptcy occurs when an individual cannot pay their bills and files bankruptcy to get a new start financially. You have a right to file bankruptcy and that right is enshrined ...

What Is The Process of Filing For Bankruptcy in Pennsylvania

Filing bankruptcy is a difficult decision to make. There is a process that needs to be followed before you can say that you are debt free – depending on what ...

How Will Bankruptcy Affect My Business?

Many new businesses and those that have been around for some time have hit hard times lately due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That struggle to survive may permanently close a ...

Should You Hire A Personal Injury Attorney After A Car Accident?

Yes, you should consider hiring a personal injury attorney right after a car accident in Pennsylvania, largely because you cannot pursue a fair and equitable claim for damages on your ...

What Goes into a Slip and Fall Personal Injury Case

A slip and fall accident can happen anywhere at any time. While most slip and fall accidents are not serious, it is still important to get medical attention after a ...

Drunk Driving In Pennsylvania Is An Ongoing Problem

Drunk driving, is one of the biggest nightmares on Pennsylvania roads today. Despite years of education about the dangers of drinking and driving, fatal accidents happen every day. Consider the ...

Pennsylvania Drunk Driving Accident Statistics

Those who choose to get behind the wheel of a vehicle while intoxicated are not only taking their own lives in their hands, but are putting the lives of other ...

What Should You Consider Before Filing Bankruptcy?

The most important thing to consider before filing for bankruptcy is first determine whether or not you even need to file. The lawyers at Melaragno, Placidi & Parini can help ...

Big Trucks on Pennsylvania Highways Often Result in Fatal Accidents

Large trucks are involved in five percent of Pennsylvania vehicle crashes. In 2017, 2,860 people were injured in a heavy truck accident. That figure represents at least 6,000 wrecks on ...