According to an online survey from Netradyne, motorists in Pennsylvania and throughout the country share a growing sense that driving is becoming less safe. The survey polled 1,248 individuals who were over the age of 18, had a standard license and drove a car that...
Proper coverage can protect you when the at-fault driver lacks it
Dealing with the aftermath of an auto accident is difficult, no matter how minor the collision. The process is especially challenging, though, if the at-fault motorist was uninsured or underinsured. In these cases, you may worry that you will cover your related...
Auto accident fatality numbers improve, but trends are ominous
Pennsylvanians who head out on the road will be fundamentally aware of the potential dangers they may face. Auto accidents are among the most common reasons for injuries and an untimely death and people should be cognizant of the trends to mitigate their risk. Part of...
Drowsy driving dangers, statistics and prevention
It’s common knowledge that driving while intoxicated can be dangerous. But it’s not often that you hear about that people who too sleepy to drive calling for a sober ride. However, research reveals that when a driver goes behind the wheel after being awake for 24...
The dangers of distracted driving for victims
Distracted driving is dangerous driving behavior that can cause serious accidents. Importantly, the personal injury legal process provides protections for victims injured by distracted drivers. Distracted driving can be considered negligence which may create legal...
Trends in Pennsylvania traffic fatalities are all over the map
Pennsylvania can be a challenging state to drive in. The long winter months present difficult weather conditions and the short summer months involve new obstacles, such as an influx of motorcycles on the road. Although it takes some time to analyze trends, meaning the...
Driving in Pennsylvania with Snow & Ice on your Car Roof?
Route 80 Injuries While traveling on Route 80 in Smithfield Township, Monroe County, a chunk of ice flew off a tractor trailer. It crashed into the windshield of a car, severely injuring the passenger. The truck driver did not stop and the State Police will not likely...
Driving in Pennsylvania with Snow & Ice on your Car Roof?
Route 80 Injuries While traveling on Route 80 in Smithfield Township, Monroe County, a chunk of ice flew off a tractor trailer. It crashed into the windshield of a car, severely injuring the passenger. The truck driver did not stop and the State Police will not likely...
Answering your Pocono Car Accident Questions
If you were in a car or motorcycle accident, you will have questions about who pays your bills, dealing with the other driver’s insurance company, car rental questions, getting fired from your job because you can’t return to work, and on and on…. In other words, lots...
5 Things to Know about Pennsylvania Pedestrian Accidents
Sadly, pedestrian accidents are far too common in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that in 2015, more than 5,000 pedestrians died in traffic crashes in the United States and that a pedestrian is killed every 1.6...