Unfortunately, traffic is a huge problem throughout our state. Have you found yourself stuck behind a sea of red brake lights on I-80, I-81, or the Pennsylvania Turnpike? There is a troubling cause behind many traffic jams: severe auto accidents. Often, accompanying...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Drowsy driving can be as dangerous as drunk driving
We are familiar with the signs of drowsiness should we not get a good night’s sleep or have been awake too long. Most of us understand that there are some tasks we should not do if we are too fatigued to do them safely. While you may be careful not to do anything you...
Injured in a car accident? The clock is ticking
Car accidents are a negative experience and we do what we can to avoid them by paying attention and driving safely. But there’s not much you can do about other drivers, particularly the negligent ones. And it’s important to understand that, when they injure you,...
How can you pay your medical bills during your lawsuit?
In the aftermath of a car accident, you can be left struggling to figure out a way to move forward. Your physical injuries, while painful and minimizing your ability to live your normal life, aren’t the only losses that you’re going to face. The emotional and...
Distracted driving persists in Pennsylvania
For Pennsylvanians who harbor concerns about road safety and the potential problem of encountering a distracted driver, the statewide statistics could be viewed as positive. The most recent numbers from the state court system show that there was a substantial...
2-year-old dies in mysterious accident
An accident in the Tripp Park section of Scranton has taken the life of a 2-year-old boy, but the circumstances of the accident appear to be something of a puzzle for Scranton police. When reporters arrived at the scene, the victim had already been taken to a nearby...
Are you prepared to counter these truck company defenses?
The damages suffered in a truck accident can reshape the way you live your life. This is unexpected and unfair, especially when your wreck was caused by the negligence of another. And as you try to find a way to recover from your injuries and soothe your mental harm,...
Comparative negligence in Pennsylvania
Drivers on Pennsylvania’s many busy highways know that a car accident can happen in the blink of an eye, but the effects can be serious and last for a long time. After the initial shock has worn off, and any immediate injuries are treated, victims are likely to begin...
U.S. traffic fatalities rose in 2020, 2021
The past two years were like no others, especially on the roadways. In 2021 many people returned to their daily commutes after spending months in 2020 working from home. Sadly, motor vehicle accidents continue to occur, some of which are deadly. 2020 was a...
What is the purpose of uninsured motorist insurance?
Motor vehicle insurance is an important responsibility that an individual must take on when they buy a car. It can protect them from the financial costs of recovering from collisions. Costs associated with motor vehicle accidents can be high and can include, but are...