Common Causes of Distracted Driving According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, distracted drivers kill around nine people and injure over 1,000 more individuals on U.S. roads each day. In Pennsylvania, distracted drivers caused 16,036 crashes and 61 deaths in 2016, according to … [Read more...]
How to Drive Safely in Inclement Weather
March 24, 2018 by Leave a Comment
How to Drive Safely in Inclement Weather More than five million auto accidents occur in the United States each year. Of these crashes, about 22 percent are caused by adverse weather conditions. Therefore, it can be beneficial for drivers to know how to stay safe while traveling in rainy, snowy or … [Read more...]
What To Do After a Car Accident
March 4, 2018 by Leave a Comment
What to do After a Car Accident Those who leave the scene of an accident in Pennsylvania can face up to five years in prison as well as a $10,000 fine. This may be true whether a person left the scene intentionally or because he or she didn't know his or her obligations in the aftermath of a crash. … [Read more...]
Social Host Responsibility and Drunk Driving Injuries
February 4, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Drunk Driving Injuries High school graduation is often a cause for celebration, and summertime parties to acknowledge the accomplishment of the successful students and their friends are quite popular. At some of these events, alcohol may be served or accessible to the teenage guests. The Centers … [Read more...]
Accident Lawyer – Car Accident Rights as a Passenger
January 23, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Accident Lawyer - Car Accident Rights as a Passenger Over 2 million Americans are injured in automotive crashes each year, but when you think of a car accident lawyer or truck accident attorney, you probably associate these professionals with representing the at-fault parties and behind-the-wheel … [Read more...]
When Can You Leave the Scene of an Accident?
January 16, 2014 by
When Can You Leave the Scene of an Accident? You've been in a motor vehicle accident. Maybe you've taken a quick look at both vehicles and there appears to be no damage. Maybe you are in an unfamiliar area or have concerns for your safety if you get out of the vehicle. Do you have to stay at the … [Read more...]
Passenger Injuries in Automobile Accidents
August 29, 2013 by
Injured Passenger in a Car Accident If you have been injured as a passenger in an automobile accident, you may have a claim against the driver of your vehicle, the driver of the other car, or both. You may have a claim against the manufacturer of one of the vehicles, or a component that … [Read more...]
The Importance of Investigating a Motor Vehicle Accident
August 16, 2013 by
Car Accident Investigations If you were hurt in a motor vehicle accident, there's always benefit to conducting a full investigation of the causes of the accident, even if it may seem obvious who caused the accident and how. The principal reason for fully investigating a car, truck or motorcycle … [Read more...]
The Dangers of Using a Cell Phone While Driving
June 27, 2013 by
The Dangers of Using a Cell Phone While Driving According to a study conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Commission, the single most prevalent cause of distraction for motorists is attention to wireless devices, including cell phones. Statistics indicate that people who use a cell … [Read more...]
Negligent Training, Hiring or Supervision of Truck Drivers – Pennsylvania
May 30, 2013 by
The ad online says "Apply for a Trucking Job Today – No Experience Required." The ad goes on to say that there is a constant demand for freight, with the trucking industry growing at a rapid pace. For some, especially those who are just starting out in the job market or who may otherwise have … [Read more...]