After experiencing a motor vehicle accident, it is important to seek medical attention regardless of how you feel immediately after the fact. Some symptoms and injuries do not become apparent until some time after the incident. When you see your doctor after an...
Year: 2022
Pennsylvania: the sixth-most dangerous state for winter driving
How dangerous are roads in the wintertime? Plenty if drivers are not cautious since the highways and streets may occasionally become slick, icy and filled with snow. Add inexperienced, nervous and reckless drivers, and you may have collisions that lead to serious...
Men Or Women: Who Is Involved In More Car Accidents In Pennsylvania?
Car accidents do not discriminate. They can happen to anyone at any time. Yet, certain groups may be more likely to find themselves involved in a crash, even if it is no fault of their own. One of the more interesting pieces of research is the breakdown of accidents...
Who is at fault in a truck accident?
Commercial truck accidents often result in significant damage and injuries due to the size and weight of these vehicles. They also pose challenges in determining liability for the incident. There are several parties to consider, including the driver, the trucking...
What to do after a hit and run in Pennsylvania
You’re driving down the street on morning, on your way to work. You enter an intersection on a green light. Suddenly, a driver from across the street speeds through a red light and plows into your passenger-side door. You’re stunned. When you get your wits about you,...
Reasons tractor-trailer accidents are devastating
Even minor vehicular accidents can be upsetting. When accidents involve tractor-trailers, the results are almost always severe. There are a few reasons why tractor-trailers are prone to causing personal injury. Drivers aware of these factors are more inclined to be...
What to do if you are hit riding your motorcycle
As a motorcycle rider, you have as much right to drive on the road as an automobile. Unfortunately, though true, you are still 29 times more likely to die in a traffic crash than someone in a car. Here are four tips to help you navigate the situation if you are in an...
After a car crash, it can pay to avoid rushing into a settlement.
Being involved in a serious car crash can turn your life upside-down. You may be hospitalized – concerned about your recovery and what this event means for your future. When an insurance adjuster contacts you to offer you a settlement, it may be tempting to sign the...
Pennsylvania is one of the worst states for winter driving deaths
An average of 1,836 people die in car accidents caused by winter weather conditions every year. Pennsylvania is one of the four states with the most deaths attributed to winter weather driving. What can you do to stay safer on the roads? Avoid jerky movements Jerking...
3 car accident injuries with delayed symptoms
After a crash, an initial assessment of the damage is key. You may check yourself for injuries as well as look at the impact on your car and any others involved. During this initial assessment, you may not seem injured — does this mean you can skip a visit to the...