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Pennsylvania's hands-free driving law is officially in full effect, and so are the fines. Paul Miller's Law changed how Pennsylvania drivers are allowed to use their cell phones behind the wheel. If you are seen holding a cell phone while in the driver's seat, you can be pulled over and cited. The … Read more about Paul Miller’s Law Now in Effect in Pennsylvania: What You Should Know

If you have been considering getting a motorcycle in Pennsylvania, hoping for warm weather and open roads, you may have some questions, like "do you need motorcycle insurance or will auto insurance cover a crash?" If this is your first motorcycle, the answer may surprise you. In Pennsylvania … Read more about Do You Need Motorcycle Insurance in Pennsylvania?

Stores and magazines are reminding us that summer is right around the corner with colorful new swimsuits. Even the weather is hinting at Spring! There are so many cute patterns, fun colors, and fashionable styles. How do you select swimwear for your kids? Is "safest swimsuits" on your list of … Read more about Safest Swimsuits for Your Kids This Summer

Today is Halloween, which means that the roads and sidewalks will be teeming with trick-or-treaters. Let's all slow down and keep everyone safe. There are several things that drivers can do to improve safety during dusk hours. Parents and children can also increase safety with a few simple steps. … Read more about Halloween and Pedestrian Safety

What is an E-Bike? An "E-Bike" is short for "electronic bicycle." They look very similar to a regular bike that operate with pedals, but also have a small electric motor and battery power. The motor supplements any pedaling that you do, so that you are propelled faster and with less effort. Most … Read more about How to Use an E-bike Safely and Legally

In Pennsylvania a new law banning cell phones while driving goes into effect next month. Senate Bill 37, also known as "Paul Miller's Law," bans the use of interactive handheld devices while operating a vehicle. Named for Paul Miller, a 21 year old who was tragically killed by a distracted driver in … Read more about New Law Banning Cell Phones

In recent weeks, Graham & Mauer social security attorneys have received calls and emails from concerned Pennsylvanians asking "is social security being cut?" The concerns stem from recent changes in the federal government. The new administration has promised that social security "won't be … Read more about Is Social Security Being Cut?

Should you call the police for a fender bender type collision? Many of us have been there before... waiting at a light, or a stop sign and you feel a small jolt. You get out of your vehicle and check your rear bumper. There is a small scratch, or maybe a minor dent. You feel fine. At least, you … Read more about Should you call the police for a “Fender Bender”?

Most people will go through life never needing to know how to hire a lawyer. However, if you or a family member needs legal representation you want the right lawyer. Here is some information about the process. What should I ask my new lawyer? The most important part of finding an attorney for your … Read more about How to Hire a Lawyer

Do I Qualify? Have you been wondering "Do I qualify for social security disability?" If you are unable to work do to illness or injury, you might be eligible for social security disability or social security disability income. You may be eligible if you have been unable to perform substantial … Read more about Do I Qualify for Social Security Disability?

Car Seat Safety Tips from Graham & Mauer You clicked on this post because you are wondering what you need to know about safety for your kids in the car, so let's get right into the car seat safety tips... Rear Facing v. Front Facing? In Pennsylvania, all children are required to ride in rear … Read more about Car Seat Safety Tips

One of the first questions that most people have following an accident is: How to Pay Medical Bills After a Crash? We all know that medical treatment can be costly. We also know that if someone is injured, they can't get back to their regular lives including work. If someone isn't working that can … Read more about How to Pay Medical Bills After a Crash?

If you are shopping for motorcycle insurance - what coverage do you need? In Pennsylvania all riders are required to have minimum coverage on their bikes. What does minimum coverage mean? Well, in this state that means $15,000 bodily injury/person up to $30,000/collision as well as $5,000 in … Read more about Motorcycle Insurance – what coverage do you need?

You have a court appearance coming up, and you have a question but aren't sure who to ask... What to Wear to Court? Know the Rules First, you should know that many courtrooms have rules about what NOT to wear. Most courtrooms have a prohibition on shorts. And keep in mind that you must always have … Read more about What to Wear to Court?

Dear Winter Person: You have been waiting all year for this moment right? Through the humidity of July and heatwaves of August. Through the crunchy leaf season of Autumn. Winter is finally here! Get out your skis and dust off your snowboard. But, don't forget to brush up on your ski and snowboard … Read more about Ski and Snowboard Safety

One factor may be to blame, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, in the 80% increase in pedestrian deaths since 2009. The rising popularity of SUVs and large trucks might be the cause according to IIHS research. Vehicles with large grilles (over 40 inches off the ground) have … Read more about 80% Increase in Pedestrian Deaths since 2009 – Why?

This past week, the world was riveted by the Titanic Sub rescue efforts which ultimately ended with the tragic loss of five people in the Atlantic. A submissible craft called the Titan attempted to reach the wreck of the Titanic.  The Titanic was an oceanliner which famously sank on its maiden … Read more about Titanic Sub and industry standards

Daylight Savings Time started this past weekend. Some people love the "extra" daylight. Some people dread the transition and long for a few more minutes in bed. But did you know that the time change may cause additional dangers on your Monday morning commute? One study has shown that motor vehicle … Read more about Daylight Savings Time

Congratulations to our law firm attorney Whitney S. Graham on her recent publication. Whitney co-authored a chapter entitled "Evaluation of the Incarcerated Transplant Candidate," along with co-authors Dr. Jeffrey Mufson and Dr. Paula C. Zimbrean, in the textbook Transplant Psychiatry, a Case-Based … Read more about Attorney Whitney S. Graham – publications

Dense fog in Lancaster, Pennsylvania over the past few days has created some difficult driving conditions. The weather, with the changes in temperature, has lead to a lot of fog on the roads. This occurs especially during mornings and evenings - times of high traffic. It is important to be extra … Read more about Dense Fog in Lancaster

Do I have to go to trial? It's a question our personal injury attorneys often hear in the first meeting with a client. Given that we are "trial attorneys," the answer might surprise you. Not All Cases End in a Trial Despite our trial and litigation experience, most cases that come to our office … Read more about Do I have to go to trial?

Should you replace your car seat after a crash? Yes. The answer to this question - Should you replace your car seat after a crash - is almost always, yes. To know for sure, you can check in the instruction manual for your seat. If you no longer have the manual, look online to see if the … Read more about Car Seat after a Crash?

Legal jargon is famous for being a bit dense, a bit hard to understand, and honestly sometimes it's in Latin. Lawyers use it every day as short hand with each other, with the court, with other lawyers. It is not something that we typically use when speaking with clients. However, understanding the … Read more about Legal Jargon: #Discovery Edition

Happy Fourth of July from Graham & Mauer! Here are some tips for celebrating a safe and fun Independence Day for all. Tips for a Safe and Fun Celebration this Holiday Weekend: Get Home Safe ~ If you drink at a bbq or party, call a taxi or get a ride from a sober friend. Remember your … Read more about Happy Fourth of July!

Graham & Mauer is launching a Newsletter - Stay Informed, Get our News We want our clients, potential clients, friends and neighbors to have the knowledge to make informed decisions that will protect their families if a tragedy occurs. Why? Because you can't go back in time and get … Read more about Stay Informed – Get Our News!

If you were recently injured in an accident and then denied Social Security disability benefits, what should you do next? According to the Social Security Administration, the allowance rate for applicants has hovered around 22% for the past two decades. Therefore, if you have been denied, you are … Read more about Denied Social Security – What Should I Do?