Teens Seeking Motorcycle Licenses- Read Up!

Last year, August 31, 2012 to be exact, the state of Pennsylvania put a new law into effect that all teens seeking a motorcycle license must first complete Motorcycle Safety Training.

Since the law was put into effect a little late in the motorcycle riding season we wanted to take this opportunity to remind parents of teens and teens who have yet to get a motorcycle license of this new requirement.

The safety training is the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program's (PAMSP) Basic Rider Course. This course is offered at close to 70 sites across Pennsylvania and is free to PA residents.

The Basic Rider Course provides an introduction to safe and responsible motorcycle operation. There are 15 hours of classroom and riding instruction. (Broken down to 5 hours in the classroom, 10 hours on the course) This course is beneficial because inexperience is one of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents. The tools and knowledge shared in this course will help combat the inexperience many young riders face.

These 15 hours can be applied to the total number of hours needed to obtain a motorcycle license and students can take their motorcycle license test and the conclusion of the training if all other requirements are completed at that time.

For more information about this training program you can go to www.pamsp.com.

If you or a loved one are ever injured in a motorcycle accident our Pennsylvania motorcycle accident attorneys can help. Visit our motorcycle accident pages for more information or call 1-800-444-5309.

Why Hire Our Pennsylvania Motorcycle Accident Attorneys?

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With Spring here and Summer just around the corner we are about to see an increasing number of motorcyclists on the roads, ourselves included! Unfortunately the nice weather and increasing motorcyclists also means we will be seeing and hearing about motorcycle accidents.

Motorcycle accidents are not the same as passenger vehicle accidents. For starters, motorcycle accidents usually cause much more serious, even catastrophic injuries than most passenger vehicle accidents. As a result the accumulation of medical expense and long-term care expenses are very high, making the need for compensation imperative for the victim to get better and stay healthy.

Motorcyclists also face a hurdle in the legal system due to an unfair bias placed against them. We've discussed this bias numerous times. A few irresponsible and reckless motorcyclists give all of us a bad rap. Overcoming this bias and proving that an accident was not your fault is difficult, especially if the case is taken to trial.

These are just a couple differences between motorcycle accidents and passenger vehicle accidents. Just as the type of accident differs, so should the attorney who handles these cases. Our firm is fortunate enough to have attorneys well versed and experienced in passenger vehicle accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, and motorcycle accidents.

Hiring an attorney for your motorcycle accident is a difficult choice, but the first thing you should look for is an attorney who knows the difference between the different types of accidents and how to handle them each respectively. Our motorcycle accident attorneys know and understand that overcoming the bias placed against motorcyclists will be one of the more difficult parts of the case and we know how to do this. We understand that this bias is false, and that most motorcyclists are just as good, if not better, drivers as those in normal passenger vehicles.

We've helped numerous motorcycle accident victims get the compensation they deserve and we can help you too.

If you were injured in a motorcycle accident, you should be focusing on one thing – getting better. Aside from our free consultations, no win no fee representation, and 24/7 on-call assistance, our Pennsylvania motorcycle accident attorneys will be on your side every step of the way and will take the worries and stress off your hands. From the moment you hire us to get your compensation we will:

• send investigators to the scene of the accident.
• have experts reconstruct the accident when needed.
• gather evidence to support your motorcycle case.
• most importantly, fight the insurance companies that don’t have your best interest in mind.

Please, call our Pennsylvania motorcycle lawyers toll free at 1-800-444-5309 for a free consultation, or you can email our attorneys directly. Enjoy the weather, your bike, and stay safe!

Why Hire an Accident Lawyer?

Our attorneys hear, on an almost daily basis, "I have insurance, I don't need an attorney," but the truth is, you may not WANT an accident attorney, but you are certainly going to NEED an accident attorney if you want to get the full amount of compensation you deserve after being injured in an accident.

Here are few reasons why you should at least consult with our experienced accident lawyers after being injured an a car crash:

1. It has been proven that personal injury victims obtain far more money once they hire an attorney
2. Our accident injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis which means our representation to you is completely free until we win your case, and even then you won't be paying us out of your own pocket, we'll actually be paying you the money you deserve. 
3. Insurance companies job's are to pay you the least amount possible to settle your claim so even though they may offer a quick settlement, it more often than not is not a fair amount.
4. Insurance companies offer the least amount of money to settle a claim and if that offer is not accepted, they purposely drag out the claim to delay paying their clients the money they deserve.
5. Sixteen percent of adults have experienced financial hardship while waiting for a claim to be settled. Don't let this happen to you!

Another reason to consult with our accident lawyers? Aside from our contingency fee representation, we also offer free consultations and our attorneys are on-call 24/7. We're available when you need us, so why not give us a call?

The sooner you contact our accident attorneys, the sooner we can help you get the compensation you deserve after being injured as a result of someone else's careless driving and mistake. You can reach our attorneys at 1-800-444-5309, or you can email us directly from our website.

Fall in Love With Pisanchyn Law Firm

Don't have a Valentine this year? Don't worry about it! You can be ours!
 
At The Pisanchyn Law Firm our Pennsylvania personal injury attorneys, Attorney Michael J. Pisanchyn Jr., Attorney Douglas Yazinski, Attorney Keith J. Figured, Attorney M. Lee Albright, Attorney Andrew Ferguson, and our paralegals and staff pledge, without any equivocation, that should you retain us as your Pennsylvania injury law firm, we will represent you skillfully, compassionately, and most of all, aggressively.
 
Choosing a law firm to help you after suffering an injury is extremely difficult. Commitment is hard, we understand. That's why we offer free consultations! Furthermore, our clients pay no fees until we win their case and even then it is never out of their own pocket; we will only be paying you the money you deserve. We will help you through your difficult time. If we cannot do the job we will refer to you the best person who can. Our attorneys are available to you 24/7 including nights, holidays, and weekends, which is more than any Valentine we've ever had!
 
If you've been injured by the negligence of another, be it an automobile accidents, tractor trailer accidents, motorcycle accidents, medical malpractice, workers' compensation, social security, or catastrophic injuries, we can help.

Still not sold? Get to know us better!

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Happy Valentine's Day, from all of us at The Pisanchyn Law Firm

How to Get Compensation for your Pennsylvania Tractor Trailer Accident Injuries

Were you or a loved one injured in a Tractor Trailer accident? If so, it is imperative you contact our Pennsylvania Tractor Trailer Accident attorneys. Our truck accident lawyers are well-versed in the vehicle codes and regulations of these semi's. Truck accidents are handled differently than normal passenger vehicle accidents.

Both State and/or Federal law, depending on if the truck was involved in intrastate or interstate transport may govern trucking accidents. Trucking companies as well as their drivers have to follow many State and Federal regulations to operate a commercial vehicle. Hiring our Pennsylvania trucking accident injury attorneys, who are experienced in tractor trailer accident litigation, is the only way to ensure that all required regulations have been followed, and if they weren't you could receive compensation for your trucking accident injury. Some of the regulations are as followed:

·      Trucking companies are required to follow the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) regulations concerning equipment and hours of service.

·      Truck drivers are required to maintain a driver's log.

·      Commercial driver's license standards are Federal regulations in place to reduce or prevent truck collisions and resulting injuries and/or deaths. Drivers of certain vehicles are required to obtain a single commercial motor vehicle driver's license.

·      Alcohol of any kind is not permitted in the trailer or the cab of the vehicle unless it is part of a shipment. This includes cough/ cold medications.

·      Federal regulations require commercial trucks to carry certain levels of insurance coverage, depending on the nature of the materials hauled. These regulations protect victims of large truck crashes from truck owners who may not have the financial resources to pay damages out-of-pocket.

The trucking companies pay out a great deal of money for their truck insurance policies due to the high risks and possible damages that could occur in the event of an 18 wheeler collision. Trucking companies begin an investigation into the accident as soon as it happens. If fault is found to be on behalf of the driver or company then the insurance adjusters just as quickly offer an insufficient settlement to compensate the victim for their negligence. These quick offers are a ploy to minimize costs paid out to you, the victim. Don't let this happen to you, if you or a loved have been involved in a tractor trailer accident call our PA trucking accident injury attorneys as soon after the accident as possible.

Our Pennsylvania tractor trailer accident attorneys can help you receive the full amount of compensation deserved for your trucking accident injuries, loss, and traumatic experience. Never agree to any offer made by the trucking company or their insurance adjusters without first consulting legal aid. At The Pisanchyn Law Firm our PA tractor trailer accident attorneys offer free services until we win your truck accident case and even then you will never pay out of pocket; we will only be paying you the money you deserve. Once you hire us as your attorneys we will immediately send out our own investigators to the scene, have them speak with witnesses, and review and report our findings so that you and your interests are fully protected.

Our Pennsylvania Injury Lawyers Honored for Giving Back

Congratulations to the Pisanchyn Law Firm's attorneys who were honored by the Pennsylvania Bar Association for giving back to the community. The attorneys were featured on the front page of the Pennsylvania Bar Newspaper earlier this month. Pictured from Left are Pisanchyn Law Firm attorneys Lee Albright, Douglas Yazinski, and Andrew Ferguson holding the law firm's award for pro bono service.

For more information on our attorneys be sure to visit our website!