Sexual assault and abuse has been all over the news recently, and many victims have publically leveled accusations, not only at their alleged abusers, but at their colleges and universities for dropping the ball in investigations and follow-through for reported incidents. Notably, the Ray Rice scandal, “Carry That Weight” protests and other student-led movements have
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Minor Crimes Can Have Major Consequences
When you first get to college, you may feel a sense of overwhelming freedom-no parents, no boundaries and no supervision during free time at night and on the weekends. For many incoming freshmen, this is their first chance to live on their own, set their own schedules and make their own decisions as they enjoy
DUI DANGERS INCREASE OVER THE HOLIDAYS — STAY SAFE AND BE CAREFUL
Many holiday sentiments and songs suggest that “it’s the most wonderful time of the year.” However, it is also one of the most dangerous times for drivers due to the increased risk of drunk driving incidents during the holiday season. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, the winter weather, the increase in travel and the
NCAA Sanctions May Violate Civil Rights
There has been an ongoing battle between Penn State and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The school’s football team has been paying for mistakes made by top-level executives of the program for the past two years. After former coach Jerry Sandusky’s sexual abuse conviction, an official investigation, led by Louis J. Freeh and commissioned
Winter Safety
Students who headed home for Thanksgiving may have seen their flights delayed or cancelled or otherwise found themselves without rides due to heavy winds, winter storms and icy conditions. Winter is definitely here and it marks a time of mass travel as students go home for the holidays and celebrate the end of finals, the
Personal Injury Law: The 5 Most Important Things To Do After a Car Accident
1. Call the police. It cannot be emphasized enough, but contacting the police after any State College car accident is the most important thing you can do. Too many times people make the mistake of not contacting the police after a minor car accident because they don’t think there is a need to. By contacting the police, you
$28 Million Verdict Drunk Driving Crash Highlights Low-Ball Settlement Offer
A West Mifflin jury on Friday returned a $28 Million verdict in favor of the family of 24 year- old Jessica Trail. Jessica and three other friends were traveling on Lincoln Place highway in West Mifflin when their vehicle was hit head on by another vehicle traveling 70 mph. Also seriously injured in the accident
WHAT IF THE OTHER DRIVER LEAVES THE CAR ACCIDENT?
What if the driver of the car leaves the scene of the accident? Call the police immediately. Under Pennsylvania law to collect uninsured motorist benefits (UM) from your own insurance company, the accident must have been reported to the police. Even if you do not think that you have been injured by the hit and
AUTO ACCIDENT WAIVERS
Should I sign the settlement agreement waiver sent to me from the other driver’s insurance company? No. It is never a good idea to sign any documents relating to an auto accident without first consulting a lawyer. By signing the settlement agreement, you are bringing your case to an end, which means you can no
CAR ACCIDENT REIMBURSEMENT
Who should pay to fix my car after an accident? Pennsylvania is a no fault state, which means that your insurance company regardless of whether you are at fault or not must pay to repair your car and pay your medical bills up to the limits of coverage. If you did not cause the accident