Pedestrian safety is vital, especially in congested areas like cities. It is crucial to stay alert, drive at safe speeds, and be extra cautious when traveling to keep pedestrians safe. Truck and bus drivers are especially prone to blind spots that make it impossible to see around the entire vehicle. These blind spots can cause […]
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It is no secret that teens fall in the age group most commonly involved in car accidents. In fact, car accidents are one of the top causes of death for teens across the United States. Many people think that teens are not safe drivers because of their inexperience, but a recent study indicates that it […]
If you suffer injuries in a car accident as a result of another’s negligence, you deserve compensation. However, understanding how to pursue that compensation and what your insurance covers can be complex. Pennsylvania requires drivers to have certain insurance coverage by law. Two of those options include limited tort insurance or full tort insurance. But how […]
December will be upon us before we know it, and then drivers will soon be facing Pennsylvania’s snowiest months. The amount of snow Lancaster County gets each year is often unpredictable, but all drivers must be prepared to navigate dangerous conditions in the coming months, regardless of how much snow falls. According to PennDOT, both […]
You and your family have a lot on your plate after a catastrophic car accident. While you recover from debilitating injuries, you and your family deal with significant emotional and financial stress while you work to get back on your feet. All this stress can compound if you discover that the insurance company has denied […]
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been a common part of the human experience for a long time, but it was not truly recognized until the 1970s, after the Vietnam War. In the decades since, PTSD has become a widely known mental health condition that could stem from a variety of traumatic events – not just […]
We often discuss how drivers can stay safe behind the wheel, and what they should do after an accident with another negligent driver. However, it is just as important for passengers to be safe as well. One of the best ways passengers can secure their safety is by wearing their seat belts. Unfortunately, many passengers […]
There is no question: if you suffered a severe injury in an accident caused by another’s negligence, you deserve compensation. But the time after an accident can be overwhelming, especially when you should only be focused on your recovery. It is often beneficial to consult an experienced attorney, but how do you know you have […]
The time directly after an accident can be overwhelming and confusing. Many people are in shock after being involved in a crash, and the combination of emotional stress and physical injuries can – and should – take precedence over gathering necessary information. But collecting information can be critical to obtain compensation. Here is a brief […]
Just because you have a drink or two that happen to contain alcohol, it doesn’t necessarily mean you are breaking the law if you then get behind the wheel of a car to drive. Most licensed drivers understand that the easiest way to avoid drunk driving is to fully abstain from alcohol before operating a […]