If you're in a hurry, you might be tempted to run a red light or two. It's a victimless crime--right? Unfortunately, hundreds of people have died in car accidents in Pennsylvania and around the country after motorists made the same assumption. It only takes a second...
What happens if you hit a family member’s vehicle?
A car accident in Pennsylvania doesn't have to happen on the highway. In fact, if you back into a parked car in a driveway, that's technically considered a car accident. While the car might be owned by a friend or a family member, that doesn't mean you won't have to...
Explaining a pain and suffering multiplier?
Many car accident victims in Pennsylvania are entitled to a settlement paid out by the other driver or their insurance company. When most people think about filing a claim, they're looking for compensation for their vehicle damages and medical bills. However, a...
Road risk: How to reduce the chances of an accident
Car accidents are a common occurrence, and no matter how big or small, they can be devastating for a person or business to go through. Therefore, it is important to keep in mind the things needed to keep yourself and your loved ones safe while driving. The following...
Daylight saving time affects driving dangers
Pennsylvania is among the many states that adjust their clock for daylight savings time. When the annual "fall back" happens, darkness comes even sooner. That leaves many people driving home from work under nighttime driving conditions, which can increase the odds of...
Dealing with insurance companies after a car crash
If you have a car accident in Pennsylvania, you may be unsure about your next steps. After all, just dealing with the medical aftermath of a serious crash can be overwhelming, especially alongside property damage, time away from work and canceled events and...
Auto accidents and TMJ injuries
Due to the fact that most people commute to work or school in a car, the likelihood of being involved in an auto accident is high. Because of these odds, researchers and medical professionals have spent a lot of time studying one of the most common injuries you can...
Common car crash injuries and the recovery time required
Over the course of a day, over 7,000 drivers across the country are involved in a series of minor and major car accidents. People in Pennsylvania might report minor cuts and scrapes or life-altering injuries after a crash. However, each injury affects the body...
The most common motorcycle accident scenarios
As a motorcyclist in Pennsylvania, you want to be as safe as possible. There's more to safety, though, than wearing the right protective gear. You may want to know what the most common types of motorcycle accidents are and how to avoid similar situations. When a car...
Femur fractures caused by car crashes
Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of femur fractures for drivers living in Pennsylvania and across the United States, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. These types of fractures are extremely painful and can lead to permanent...