Category Archives: Auto Accident
What To Do If Your Teenager Is In A Car Accident
As a parent, you hope that you never receive the dreaded call that your teenager has been in a car accident. One-fifth of all first-year drivers will be involved in a car accident. After you learn that your teen is not seriously injured, you may become calmer and wonder what your next steps should… Read More »
Have You Been The Victim Of A Distracted Driver?
The act of texting and driving has been in the news lately, given the many states that have recently enacted bans. However, the wider classification of distracted driving encompasses more than just texting, and it causes even more injuries and fatalities than those ascribed to texting alone. If you have been the victim of… Read More »
4 Injured After Crash With Philadelphia Fire Department Vehicle
On the morning of May 29, four people were injured when an SUV owned by the Philadelphia Fire Department (PFD) collided with another car, then seemed to lose control, driving up a sidewalk and into a building. Two people in the SUV, a female pedestrian and one passenger in the car were transported to… Read More »
Watch Out For Wet Weather In Pennsylvania
Despite how common rainy days are at the beginning of every year, many drivers still do not take adequate precautions when they drive on wet roads. Given that a recent bulletin from the American Meteorological Society found that even a tiny amount of rain noticeably increases accident risk, it is important that you take… Read More »
Winter Weather Accidents In Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania winters are both beautiful and potentially dangerous, especially if you are on the road a lot for work or pleasure. While most drivers know to slow down and be careful in snowy weather, there will always be a few who ignore the potential dangers. If you or a loved one have been injured… Read More »
Rollover Auto Accidents In Pennsylvania
Rollover accidents occur with depressing regularity on Pennsylvania roads, and many people remain unaware of just how dangerous they can be. If you manage to make it through a rollover crash that is caused by another person’s negligence, you are likely to have serious medical bills, but you may be able to bring suit… Read More »
Distracted Driving Laws In Pennsylvania
Auto accidents are, sadly, a fact of life, though there are obviously things you can do to protect yourself from becoming a statistic. One issue that has become more and more relevant in recent years is the issue of distracted driving, and Pennsylvania roads have seen firsthand the damage this practice can do. If… Read More »
Court Decision Allows Philadelphia Police Officer to Collect Both Civil Lawsuit Judgment and Heart and Lung Act Benefits
When you suffer an injury at work, it is stressful and unsettling. You may be concerned about your future income if your injury has left you unable to work. It is important to understand that there are options out there. Your workplace injury may entitle you to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Some people may… Read More »
How the Admission of Improper Evidence May Entitle You to a New Trial in Pennsylvania
In real life, motor vehicle accident victims come from all walks of life and have all kinds of “back stories.” Sometimes, people make errors of judgment that precede their accidents. If you made some mistakes in the moments preceding your accident, does that mean you absolutely cannot get compensation for your injuries? No. Depending… Read More »
Supreme Court Allows Pennsylvania Couple to Sue PennDOT For Injuries Suffered in Crash with Guardrail
Sometimes, you may be injured due to the negligence of another driver. At other times, though, your injuries are not a result of the negligence of someone else behind the wheel, but are a result of the negligent design, inspection, or maintenance of roadways. When that happens, you may have a claim for compensation… Read More »
