March 17, 2023 When Can a Passenger Be Held Liable for a Car Accident? A car accident claim is typically filed against the driver of another vehicle involved in the crash. Pennsylvania residents rarely hear about passengers of a car that caused an accident being held liable for an innocent party’s subsequent injuries. However, in recent years, distracted driving has become an increasing concern and cause of countless serious … Read More »
February 9, 2023 Roadway Deaths Continue to Grow; Pedestrian Fatalities Reach Highest Level in 40 Years In order to combat roadway deaths and serious injuries, the Department of Transportation is allocating $5 billion to regional, local and state governments through a grant called the Safe Streets and Roads for All. Officials will use the money to improve roadway safety, which has been a major obstacle in maintaining public health for decades … Read More »
January 8, 2023 Dangers of Winter Car Driving During the winter months, Pennsylvania gets a great deal of cold weather and freezing precipitation. Although there is much to enjoy about the winter season, winter weather is the cause of many car accidents. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, 24 percent of all weather-related accidents are caused by snow, ice, or slush. When someone … Read More »
November 17, 2022 Celebrating Thanksgiving Safely The holiday season is fast upon us and Thanksgiving is only a few days away! Each year for the past five consecutive years, more than 50 million Americans have hit the road to travel to see their friends and families for Thanksgiving. The holiday brings with it plenty of joy and cheer – and let’s … Read More »
November 12, 2022 Teen Roadway Safety: Dangerous Driving Behaviors to Avoid One of the biggest moments in a teenager’s life is getting their driver’s license, but far too many young drivers are injured or killed in car accidents each year. According to Safe Kids Worldwide (SKW), a global non-profit organization tasked with preventing childhood injury through research, community outreach, legislative advocacy and media awareness campaigns, car … Read More »
September 26, 2022 Why Are Car Accidents More Common in the Fall? Most people think winter is the most dangerous time of the year for car accidents. While winters in Pennsylvania come with inherent risks, the fall season contributes its own share of hazards to motorists and others on the road. It is also a time of year when the weather is unpredictable. Car accidents happen more … Read More »
September 7, 2022 NHTSA Documents Highest Number of Traffic Fatalities in 20 Years The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) just released its early estimates of traffic fatalities for the first quarter of 2022 and the numbers show a dangerous and concerning trend. According to the agency, there was a 7% increase in traffic-related deaths this year as compared to the first quarter of 2021. In its recent … Read More »
September 4, 2022 Do You Understand the Critical Aspects of Your Auto Insurance Policy? Auto insurance policies are typically lengthy, and it is natural to want to get through the paperwork quickly. It can be easy to skip over or fail to review forms carefully, especially if you are unaware of the value of certain coverages. Pennsylvania offers you many options when you are selecting your auto insurance policy. … Read More »
August 29, 2022 How Can You Avoid a Back-to-School Accident? Back-to-school season is a time when children are excited about racing to bus stops, while busy parents adjust to school bus traffic and changing schedules. A new school season also brings new driving challenges, potential safety hazards, and the need to be vigilant. Many teenage drivers will also be on the road for the first … Read More »
