Unfortunately, over 1 million people are injured in car accidents in the U.S. every year. On top of pain and suffering, a car accident can also result in financial losses from damage to the vehicle, time off of work and medical expenses. If your accident was caused...
Car Accidents
What can parents of new drivers do to help them stay safe?
Seeing your child gain their driving license can be a proud moment. It can also bring relief, knowing you’ll no longer have to drive them everywhere. Yet, the principal emotion you will probably feel is worry. You’ve likely seen plenty of crashes in your time and may...
What should you do if you’re a victim of a hit-and-run?
In the event of a significant accident, a driver is required to alert emergency services and the police. This way, injured victims can access prompt medical assistance and law enforcement can arrive in time to secure the accident scene. The motorists involved in a car...
Low insurance requirements may lead people to court after a crash
The civil courts in Pennsylvania oversee a large number of personal injury lawsuits every year. Collisions can cause extensive property damage, major injuries and even premature deaths. State statutes authorize individuals affected by the negligence or misconduct of...
The wide-ranging effects of traumatic brain injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most severe outcomes of car crashes, and their impact can be devastating for the victim and their loved ones. TBIs are often called invisible injuries, unlike broken bones or cuts, which are readily visible, because they...
3 types of distracted driving
Have you ever wondered why distracted driving is so common? You know that it is dangerous, and you can certainly tell how dangerous it is when you are in a car with a distracted driver. They make many more mistakes and pose a serious risk of causing an accident. Part...
An insurance gap can result in a lack of support after a crash
Motor vehicle insurance in Pennsylvania serves two overlapping purposes. It protects individual motorists from liability in the event that they cause a crash by compensating the people affected by a collision for property damage losses and injury-related expenses....
How much should you expect in compensation after a car accident?
It’s general knowledge that you can recover compensation for the losses and harm suffered after a car accident. However, when determining the amount you should expect, many factors come into play. It is not possible to tell at a glance. The compensation varies across...
Is it possible to lower your risk of a motor vehicle accident?
Driving a car on any U.S. roadway is risky business in the modern world since you must share the road with those about whom you know nothing. They could be drunk, distracted or simply negligent, posing a hidden danger to you and other motorists. There is little or...
Don’t let your dog risk getting you in a car accident
The weather is getting nice enough for driving with your dog. They may enjoy sitting in the passenger seat with their head out the window enjoying the cool breeze. It’s this charm of theirs that makes them so loveable. While they may seem to be minding their own...