As the Coronavirus pandemic continues, many families are choosing to postpone their annual summer vacations until it’s safe to travel. As such, many families have been purchasing swimming pools as a form of entertainment. Ashley Best-Raiten, a mother of two joked around with Good Morning America saying, “I’m pretty sure we got the last above-ground pool in North America.” Best-Raiten’s…

The Law Office of Mark A. Smith is happy to announce that Attorney Mark Smith has been named a Super Lawyer for 2020. He has been recognized for his outstanding commitment and achievement helping plaintiffs in their personal injury cases. This is not the first time Attorney Smith has been recognized by Super Lawyers. He has been named to this…

The number of distracted driving cases has significantly increased over the years with the increase of cell phone usage. In fact, in the state of Pennsylvania alone, it is estimated that more than 15,000 accidents each year are due to distracted driving. Related blog: Top 6 Causes of Auto Accidents The Most Common Types of Distracted Driving While most people…

Back and neck injuries are some of the most common types of injuries following an auto accident. Whether you are involved in a low-speed or multi-passenger accident, back and neck injuries are always a possibility. These are a few of the most common types of back and neck injuries following an auto accident: Whiplash: Whiplash occurs when the head is…

While most of the United States’ require drivers to carry a minimum insurance policy, not everyone follows this rule. Even when you follow the law and pay your insurance premium each month, things can still get complicated if you are involved in a car accident with a driver who is not insured. Important Steps Following a Car Accident There are…

When you’re out enjoying the nice weather on foot, you never expect to be hit by a moving vehicle. Unfortunately, when a pedestrian accident occurs, it is the pedestrian that suffers the worst of the injuries. With likely ongoing medical bills and an extended time away from work, pursuing legal options might be necessary to cover these costs. Important Steps…