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Richard Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton visited ABC 27’s Good Day PA to discuss a recent ruling by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court that prohibits insurance companies from wrongfully denying benefits their policy holders deserve.  The Background Pennsylvania only requires people to carry $15,000.00 in auto liability limits.  Therefore, it is important to protect yourself against people…

Police sources in Butler County have reported two children have been injured—and another killed—when they were struck by a vehicle while waiting for a school bus. An article on this emerging story is available here. State Police in western Pennsylvania’s Butler County say three children from Summit Township were struck by a sports-utility vehicle on…

An Elizabethtown man has been arrested and charged in connection with injuring a pedestrian in a hit-and-run collision that occurred last year. An article on the incident is available here. A 52-year-old resident of Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania has admitted to driving the vehicle involved in a March 2018 collision which left a pedestrian seriously injured. In…

Local news sources indicate a man has suffered burn-related injuries in a workplace incident at the Birdsboro Power Plant. A news article about this developing story is available here. A construction worker who was shocked after coming in contact with a 22,000-volt electric line was taken to a nearby hospital after suffering third-degree burns to…

For the holiday gift shopping season, attorney Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton recently met with the hosts of Good Day PA on ABC 27’s Good Day PA to discuss a new crop of dangerous toys and games with the potential to harm our children. A video clip of the segment appears below. Toys to Avoid…

According to the Pennsylvania State Police, a six-vehicle collision has killed at least two people in Berks County. An article on the crash is available here. A fatal crash on I-78 in Windsor Township, Berks County has resulted in at least two fatalities. The Wednesday-afternoon collision took place at 2:38pm near mile marker 32.5 on…

  With cooler weather and shorter days upon us, attorney Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton visits ABC 27’s Good Day PA on Wednesday, November 7th to discuss useful fall safety tips to help both motorists and pedestrians avoid accidents and injuries this season. Tune in tomorrow to Good Day PA at 10 am to see…

  The Pennsylvania State Senate recently signed Senate Bill 961 into law. The change allows for tougher penalties for certain vehicle offenses by drivers under the influence—if the driver has previous DUI offenses on record. A link to the bill can be found here. The Purpose of the Bill Senate Bill 961 amends Title 75—the…

  With Halloween around the corner, attorney Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton visits ABC 27’s Good Day PA on Wednesday, October 24th to discuss Halloween safety for young and old alike. Rules of the Road Young pedestrians are more than twice as likely to die in collisions on this night versus any other. Anyone out…

The staff of Freeburn Hamilton welcomes any opportunity to support the academic success of our future generations. This year, the Freeburn Hamilton 2018 College Scholarship Essay Program received and reviewed numerous submissions from both prospective and current undergraduate students either attending or applying to accredited colleges and universities. This year, we awarded one recipient a…

In continued recognition of September as Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, Freeburn Hamilton highlights local and national resources that can provide support and assistance to those who have suffered a potentially life-altering Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). National Resources SpinalCord.com The website SpinalCord.com provides a nationwide repository of information relevant to victims of spinal cord and…

In recognition of September as Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton recently joined host Amy Kehm on ABC 27’s Good Day PA to shed light on some statistics regarding the devastating and potentially life-altering effects a Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) can have on a person. You may view the segment below:…

  In Pennsylvania, August is Back to School Safety Month. Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton joined ABC 27’s Good Day PA to discuss tips for the coming season. You can view the segment below: School Bus Safety Tips Statistically, buses are safe. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, riding a school bus is…

A recent collision in Hamilton Township, Adams County has left two people dead and a third in critical condition. A news report on the crash is available here. The crash—which took place on Carlisle Pike north of Pine Run Road—occurred when a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed lost control and crossed the…

Recently, attorney Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton joined host Christina Butler on ABC 27’s Good Day PA to examine boating safety tips for the coming summer season. They discussed several tips to help both pilots and passengers avoid potentially tragic accidents on the water. You can view the full segment below: Every year, there are…

While a Pennsylvania law passed in 2011 prohibits texting while driving, speaking on a handheld cell phone while driving remains legal. In contrast, all of Pennsylvania’s neighboring states have enacted bans on such activity—including tough bills passed in New Jersey and New York. New bills proposed in the state seek to require the use of…

  Any work-related or on-the-job injury can bring with it the potential for long-term physical, emotional, and financial after-effects. Here are the most important things to avoid when you pursue your Workers’ Compensation claim:   DO: Go to the Doctor Immediately See Doctors the Insurance Chooses Keep All Medical Appointments  DON’T: Post on Social Media…

A recent incident in Philadelphia left a 34-year-old bicycle courier dead after he was hit by an SUV in one of the city’s busier sections. After friends and neighbors held a memorial ride in honor of the fallen cyclist, many in the city are wondering what needs to be done to reduce the number of…

You may have seen a new category of motor vehicle on the highway that has three wheels, a steering wheel, and a driver’s seat that is neither car, nor motorcycle.  There are several manufacturers of these vehicles such as Elio Motors of Louisiana, and Polaris industries of Minnesota which makes its “Slingshot” model.  The Pennsylvania…

This past weekend, staff members of the Freeburn Hamilton law firm attended an auction benefiting Developmental & Disability Services (DDS) of Lebanon Valley. The event featured hundreds of live and silent auction items—with all proceeds benefiting DDS of Lebanon Valley. DDS of Lebanon Valley—a charitable 501 (c)(3) organization—endeavors to empower children with developmental delays and…