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Drinking and driving are so out of the norm these days. With the convenience of rideshare apps and education on drinking and driving, it is a wonder that people are still so adamant to drink and drive. Our Pittsburgh DUI Accident Attorneys at Shenderovich, Shenderovich, and Fishman understand that addiction plays a role in DUI accidents; however, there are still too many options for anyone either casual or an addict to continue using a personal vehicle when drinking. Every state has the law that states that it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol

Having your own car makes a big social statement. It tells people that you can afford a car and insurance, which means you have a job that pays you enough to have a car. People can tell a lot about a person from the car they have. For example, if you drive Toyota Prius then you are probably environmentally conscious. If you drive a Hummer then you probably care more about your reputation then you do the Earth. If you drive an SUV or minivan you probably have a family

We typically would not bring you a story so far from our coverage area, but a recent case involving a Pennsylvania bus driver highlights one of the many dangers we face on the roadways each day. In Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 44-year-old Lori Ann Manko’s was allegedly driving a school bus under the influence of alcohol with 26 children on board. She has been charged with child endangerment. At Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, we know that buses are a vital part of our transportation system, but that they can cause major injuries if

We are learning that the US Department of Labor has cited a Pennsylvania contractor for major violations and levied a fine of $208,560. OSHA says that the company, Etna Construction, was cited for several excavation-related violations. At Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, we know that construction workers have dangerous jobs and they deserve to be protected with the right training and safety gear. Their employers should never put them in intentionally dangerous situations. If you need a Pittsburgh construction accident attorney, call us today. What Can Happen? OSHA does not hand out fines

Our Pittsburgh Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys at Shenderovich, Shenderovich, and Fishman have heard the harrowing tales of our clients who experienced spinal cord injuries. A big part of our practice is getting to know our clients. We believe in hearing your story and building relationships throughout our time together and after. We want our clients to know that we believe in their stories and are committed to getting them the justice they deserve. Spinal cord injuries are scary, to say the least. They are big injuries with big consequences and even bigger medical bills.

Pennsylvania is unique in that we still use railroads every day. We use railroads not just for passengers, but we get a lot of freight trains too. Even though our state uses the railroad system, the infrastructure does not match its use. By this, we mean that our railway system is in need of not only a makeover but a total overhaul. Until then accidents will continue to happen. Our Pittsburgh Train Accident Attorneys at Shenderovich, Shenderovich and Fishman understand the unique nature of train accident cases. We know that the last