If you're like most Pennsylvania parents of several children, especially if even one of them is a teenager under age 16, you likely spend a lot of time in your car, driving them places. It's all part of the journey, you say, and you're usually glad to do it. However,...
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Study looks at generational distracted driver behaviors
Encountering a distracted driver is something people throughout Pennsylvania will experience quite often these days. The problem is so widespread that law enforcement and legislators are constantly seeking strategies to stop it. Regardless of the danger and potential...
Getting the right help with a truck accident case
Trucks are ever present on the roads in Schuylkill, Pottsville and the surrounding areas of Pennsylvania. While most will be operated safely and within the rules of the road, their sheer size and the speeds at which they travel can be intimidating to even the most...
Study indicates many medical mistakes might stem from burnout
Pennsylvania residents who seek medical care for any reason have the right to expect that they will be given the proper treatment, the correct medications and not be subject to mistakes on the part of medical professionals. Unfortunately, medical errors are common and...
Parents texting and driving with kids in car is a problem
The problem of drivers being distracted is prevalent. Now, studies seek to examine the phenomenon to devise ways to put a stop to it. Worryingly, a new study indicates that adults are even texting and driving while they have children in the vehicle with them. Those...
Peace of mind when facing injuries caused by uninsured driver
No one begins their commute thinking about it ending with an accident - we go about our lives day after day with little to no issue. In the blink of an eye, however, this can change, and an accident can cause lasting damage to those involved. Along with the immediate...
Auto accident between police vehicle and civilians kills 2
An auto accident in Schuylkill can occur in many different circumstances. There can be a negligent driver, a reckless driver, a driver under the influence, or a driver who was distracted behind the wheel. Any of these behaviors - individually or in combination...
U.S. has high number of mistakes injuring mothers in childbirth
Barring unusual issues, most Pennsylvanians will not view childbirth as overtly dangerous to the health of the mother and child. In truth, there is recent information stating that mothers are experiencing an increasing number of complications, injuries and death...
Summer weather doesn’t always mean safer roads in Pennsylvania
Although summer generally makes for safer road and driving conditions, motorists must not become complacent. Plenty of car accidents happen during the summer months in Pennsylvania. Rain, holiday celebrations, greater numbers of motorcycles, and more weekend traffic...
Holiday injury crashes down in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, there are usually a higher number of crashes and driving under the influence (DUI) arrests on the Fourth of July than during a typical, non-holiday period. According to the Pennsylvania State Police, this year's Independence Day holiday was no...