If you're an experienced Pennsylvania driver, it can be easy to forget when you're behind the wheel of a car that you are actually operating a deadly machine. However, there are several common but dangerous behaviors that many motorists engage in. Distractions You are...
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2020 saw a drop in traffic volume and an increase in road deaths
If you’ve driven within the past 10 months or so (and that describes just about all of us), you have likely noticed that roads are less congested than normal. Some are virtually empty. This is largely due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and the large-scale shift to lives...
Sending a (literal) message to drivers who break traffic laws
It’s often the case that the drivers who are most likely to cause an accident are those who have a history of disregarding traffic rules and laws. After a major car wreck, for instance, you wouldn’t be surprised to look at the at-fault driver’s record and find...
What affects recovery after a spinal cord injury?
There are many ways that a spinal cord injury can impact a victim. For some, it means complete paralysis. For others, it means having to deal with some temporary loss of abilities. Several factors come together to determine what kind of effects the person will have to...
What is an independent medical examination?
A person who suffers an injury in a car wreck or any other accident that's caused by the negligence of another party might choose to seek compensation for the damages they've suffered. These lawsuits must show that the person's injury was the result of negligence from...
Know these causes of semitruck wrecks
There's something about getting behind the wheel of a car or truck that turns some people into monsters. Their antics can involve tailgating other drivers, rushing red lights, swerving around any vehicle they perceive as "too slow" and angrily swearing and gesturing...
Should children know how to prevent dog bites?
Children often come into close contact with dogs. They may have a dog as a pet at home, and they may also visit friends' houses who have dogs as pets. They are also likely to come into contact with dogs when playing on the sidewalk or in a park. The majority of dogs...
Are you ready for spring motorcycle riding?
We in Pennsylvania know that spring and summer are two of the most enjoyable seasons for motorcycle riders. Spring is especially anticipated, with motorcyclists who have been champing at the bit all winter for some wind therapy on the open road. One thing to keep in...
Handling a car wreck when a young child is with you
There's no question about it: Car wrecks are terrifying -- but it's even worse if your baby or toddler is in the car with you at the time.Here's how to handle the situation: 1. Check your condition out first. You can't help your child until you help yourself. If...
How do you handle aggressive drivers?
There's something about getting behind the wheel of a car or truck that turns some people into monsters. Their antics can involve tailgating other drivers, rushing red lights, swerving around any vehicle they perceive as "too slow" and angrily swearing and gesturing...