In just a few years, rideshare companies like Uber have revolutionized the way Pennsylvanians travel as well as how many people make money. Driving for Uber can be a lucrative opportunity, but getting behind the wheel of any vehicle can pose a significant risk to anyone – including Uber drivers. So, what happens if you […]
Category Archives: Auto Accidents
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 […]
In past blog posts, we have discussed the increased risks that pedestrians face on Pennsylvania roads. Recent reports have also found that even though traffic deaths are down across the country, the number of pedestrian fatalities is only increasing. According to Consumer Reports, there were more pedestrian deaths last year than there has been in the last […]
Many people might think that the colder months are the most dangerous ones for Pennsylvania drivers. After all, rain, ice and snow can often make a deadly mix for any kind of vehicle. However, the winter season is not necessarily the most dangerous for drivers. All four seasons alike involve risks for everyone, but the […]
When the traffic light turns red at the intersection, all drivers know that means they should stop. However, there are still several motorists who disregard red-lights and speed through intersections when it is no longer their right-of-way. In fact, a new study determined that the number of drivers who do this has significantly increased in […]
We have all seen the videos of vehicles hurtling towards a wall during a crash test and watched the crash test dummies jolt forward and hit the airbags. These videos are jarring, but they also give us some level of comfort. After all, the videos show auto manufacturers taking precautions to ensure that drivers and […]
Car crashes happen for all kinds of reasons and to all kinds of people. Even so, it doesn’t make them any easier to deal with if it’s you or a loved one who experiences it. You might be a responsible driver, but that doesn’t mean everyone else will behave the same way. Motor vehicle accident […]
In a recent blog post, we discussed how car accidents were still the leading cause of death for teenagers and how parents could help their teens become safer drivers. But what about when teenagers are the passenger of a reckless driver? Whether it was because of peer pressure or a misjudgment, teenagers who are passengers […]