Once summer arrives and tourists take to Pennsylvania roads, expect to see more hazards on streets and highways. Crowded traffic conditions may result in greater risks of accidents, and the injuries victims suffer could be severe. When two cars collide, drivers and...
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Why do people with dementia have an increased risk of falls?
As people grow older, some might develop dementia. Unfortunately, for many residents of Pennsylvania who suffer, this can increase the risk of slip and fall accidents. It’s important to understand why. What is the risk of falls for individuals with dementia? Although...
Slip-and-fall accident stats are surprising
Being very careful about where you step and wearing the proper shoes could do a lot to prevent slip and fall accidents. However, there may be instances where someone’s negligence makes a fall much more likely. Pennsylvanians who work in environments where trip hazards...
Reduce the risk of an accident during the summer
The summer months tend to be the warmest that Pennsylvania sees throughout the year. This means that there will likely be a greater number of people traveling on roads and highways, which may increase your risk of getting into a motor vehicle accident. However, there...
Things to avoid after an auto accident in Pennsylvania
Very few events in life can create apprehension like an auto accident. Those involved in an accident may not know what to do immediately following the collision. The best personal policy is to check for injured passengers in any vehicle first before calling the police...
Car accident injuries can appear long after an accident
Car accidents are most likely to occur within a five-mile radius of the driver's home. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania sees its share of car accidents resulting in injuries. Broken bones, cuts, and bruises are easy to identify but drivers and passengers can be affected by...
Car accidents and the use of cell phones
With the constantly advancing technology, it's no surprise that people in Pennsylvania are using their cell phones while driving now more than ever before. In fact, a study by the National Safety Council found that around 23% of all car accidents in the United States...
Were you a passenger in a car crash? Do these 3 things
If you are a passenger in a car crash in Pennsylvania, you need to take action. This is all the more true if you are injured or suffer damage to your property. There are several things that you can do in the wake of the crash. Doing them will help you to restore your...
What happens after a slip-and-fall accident?
Avoiding slips and falls isn’t always easy since there are several ways someone could stumble. What aggravates many injury victims is the realization someone else’s negligence led to the fall. For example, when a grocery store doesn’t clean up spilled food, someone...
Tips for minimizing collisions between motorists and pedestrians
Accidents involving vehicles and pedestrians could result in significant injuries or death to all parties involved. If you are hurt in a collision that takes place in Pennsylvania, it may be in your best interest to take legal action. However, it may be easier to...