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Driver Distraction

Study: ‘Infotainment’ systems contributing to distracted driving

Posted on by Denise Buckwalter
Study ‘Infotainment’ systems contributing to distracted driving

In-car technology has come so far in just a short time that it seems like we can do almost anything in our cars while we’re driving. According to a new study, however, this “convenient” new technology comes with the increased risk of distracted driving. The study, conducted by AAA, examined the amount of time it takes […]

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Auto Accidents

Can a drunk driver’s passenger recover damages after an accident?

Posted on by Denise Buckwalter
Can a drunk driver’s passenger recover damages after an accident

If a drunk driver causes an accident in which the passenger riding in the car is injured, is the passenger entitled to recovery for damages, or should the passenger have known not to even get in the car in the first place? Here in Pennsylvania as in many other states, this concept of “comparative negligence” […]

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Workers Compensation

OSHA: Finger injuries among most common in Pennsylvania

Posted on by Denise Buckwalter
OSHA Finger injuries among most common in Pennsylvania

Workplace injuries can happen in any occupation, even serious ones. According to recent data made available by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), when it comes to “severe” injuries, Pennsylvania workers are most at risk of serious finger injuries. For the purposes of this data, OSHA, the federal workplace safety agency, defines a […]

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Driver Distraction

Apple announces new ‘do not disturb while driving’ mode

Posted on by Denise Buckwalter
Apple announces new ‘do not disturb while driving’ mode

Our blog has written extensively about distracted driving and the dangers that smartphone usage poses to drivers and passengers on Pennsylvania highways and city streets here in Lancaster. The federal government and smartphone and car manufacturers have all faced criticism for failing to take more concrete action to curb smartphone usage while driving. That changed […]

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Workers Compensation

How injured road crew workers can collect more compensation

Posted on by Denise Buckwalter
How injured road crew workers can collect more compensation

Warmer weather is here, which means two things for our local roads and highways here in the Lancaster area: There will be more construction crews and drivers – locals and people just passing through Pennsylvania – out there. If you work on a road construction crew – setting up cones, fixing potholes, shoveling pavement, directing […]

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Auto Accidents

Poll: Pennsylvanians worried about dangers of drugged driving

Posted on by Denise Buckwalter
Poll Pennsylvanians worried about dangers of drugged driving

The rapid increase in drug overdoses here in Lancaster and across Pennsylvania over the last few years has ended lives and destroyed families. It is hard to put into words how tragic the situation is. Now, a new poll released by AAA shows that Pennsylvanians are worried about how the easy availability of illegal drugs will affect […]

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Driver Distraction

Distracted driving: more than just cellphones

Posted on by Denise Buckwalter
Distracted driving more than just cellphones

Distracted driving is one of – if not the – leading causes of car accidents in Pennsylvania and across the country. If you’ve spent any time on the road at all, whether during your daily commute or while on a family vacation, you know that irresponsible drivers are everywhere. News reports and public safety campaigns aimed at curbing the […]

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Auto Accidents

Injured in a car accident? See a doctor!

Posted on by Denise Buckwalter
Injured in a car accident See a doctor!

You’ve just been in a car accident. Some jerk wasn’t paying attention and rear-ended your car. When the shock wears off and you gather your wits, you think you are ok. You feel a little stiff or a little sore, but that’s common right? There’s nothing that wrong. Besides, seeing a doctor or riding in the ambulance […]

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Driver Distraction

Should the government do more to lock phones while driving?

Posted on by Denise Buckwalter
Should the government do more to lock phones while driving

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, distracted driving fatalities increased by 8.8 percent in 2015 compared to 2014. In total, more than 3,500 people died across the U.S. because of distracted driving in 2015. Because of this alarming rise, DOT and other federal highway safety officials unveiled proposed voluntary regulations recently. The regulations call […]

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