Category Archives: Auto Accidents

What do you know about college kids and drunk driving?

Summer is drawing to a close, which means that thousands of teenagers and young adults will be heading to college. College can offer important opportunities for young people to become independent and expand their horizons. For some students, however, this means experimenting with drugs and alcohol—even if they are underage, and even if they will […]

Distracted driving vs. drunk driving, which is worse?

Distracted driving vs. drunk driving, which is worse

For many years, drunk driving was the main culprit that affected drivers who would end up causing crashes and deaths out on the roads. But now, over the last few years, distracted driving due to cell phones and electronic devices have also been the reason for so many crashes. As more people continually want to […]

Never drive while using these medications

Never drive while using these medications

Drunk driving usually holds the spotlight in media and safety campaigns, but drugged driving can be just as fatal. Drugged driving doesn’t only include operating a vehicle under the influence of marijuana or hard drugs. It also includes driving under the influence of medication. While many pharmaceutical drugs are safe to use while driving, certain […]

Safely sharing the road with farm vehicles

Safely sharing the road with farm vehicles

As harvest season winds down for the year, you may notice an assortment of agriculture vehicles and food transportation trucks in Lancaster county. Many of these vehicles move slowly or require extra space on the road. Like any other type of large truck, drivers need to be aware of their presence to avoid a devastating […]

How to know if you received a concussion after your car accident

How to know if you received a concussion after your car accident

Concussions have been in the news quite a bit lately, but many of those discussions have revolved around sports injuries. However, automobile accidents can just as easily cause a concussion and may be more common than you think. A concussion is classified as a traumatic brain injury and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported […]

Thanksgiving travel tips to avoid a collision

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With Thanksgiving rapidly approaching, many Pennsylvania residents are planning for upcoming gatherings and travel. If you want to safely visit family and friends this season, it is important to minimize your risk while driving. At this time of year, several factors put drivers and passengers in danger. Daylight hours are dwindling. Holiday parties often involve […]

Navigating the confusion of multi-car pileup crashes

Navigating the confusion of multi-car pileup crashes

In some accidents, more than two parties are involved. Unfortunately, multiple drivers may be seriously injured due to a single driver’s fault. Multi-vehicle accidents can be highly destructive – and confusing – for the injured drivers, passengers or surviving family members. The first hurdle that you may encounter in this scenario is taking action at […]

Blind spots on local buses endanger pedestrians

Blind spots on local buses endanger pedestrians

When it comes to buses and large trucks, the driver’s sight is key to safety. Unfortunately, large vehicles often have more blind spots than other vehicles. Due to their size and design, it may be harder for the drivers to respond to changes and avoid hazards at certain angles. However, some people believe that vehicle […]

3 surprising conditions that can make drivers dangerous

3 surprising conditions that can make drivers dangerous

Every time we get behind the wheel, we have a responsibility to drive safely and avoid accidents. But what, exactly does this mean? It means refraining from behaviors that are known to be dangerous. This includes the more obvious hazards, like driving while drunk, drugged or distracted. However, there are other conditions that can make […]

Central Pennsylvania’s Winter Roads are the Scene of Severe Car Accidents

Central Pennsylvania’s Winter Roads are the Scene of Severe Car Accidents

It’s winter in Pennsylvania. As much as many of us enjoy the snow and colder temperatures, wintertime also means streets and highways that are sometimes covered with ice, snow or both. How to be Safe on Winter Roads The roads can ice up after it rains or snows. Responsible drivers know that they need to […]