While the weather here in northeastern Pennsylvania has remained unusually warm this fall, it won’t be long before the long, cold months set in. Each season presents its own set of driving hazards that can cause drivers and their passengers to suffer injuries — or...
Modern vehicles are much safer than the cars and trucks of the past. Car accidents are still one of the top reasons for fatalities in the United States, with roughly 40,000 people losing their lives every year. But the numbers used to be higher in the 1970s,...
One of the most catastrophic injuries that can occur in a car crash is damage to the spinal cord. Many people who have this type of injury deal with lifelong changes that make life much more different. Not all spinal cord injuries are the same. There are many factors...
When filing a car accident claim, especially in states with no-fault insurance laws, meeting the "serious injury" threshold is crucial. This legal standard determines whether an injured party can pursue a claim for damages beyond what personal injury protection (PIP)...
Commercial real estate development can look like building a new facility from the ground up on a vacant parcel. It can also involve taking a current facility and making it into something more profitable. Those who own commercial real estate sometimes need to adjust...
To avoid tailgating, it is a good idea to pay attention to your following distance. As a rule of thumb, you want to keep three seconds between vehicles. Just look for a street sign or another stationary object. Watch the car ahead of you until it passes that object,...
Pedestrian accidents are a huge issue in the United States. In 2023, reports came out that fatal pedestrian crashes had hit a 40-year high. Every single day, these reports claim, roughly 20 people die in car accidents. That’s nearly one person every hour, every day,...
The thrill of independence often accompanies a teenager’s first taste of freedom: getting a driver's license. While this milestone is undoubtedly exciting, it also marks a significant responsibility. Car accidents are a leading cause of death among teens, making it...
While dogs are considered man’s best friend, they may sometimes become aggressive and bite, leading to serious legal and financial consequences for the owner. Dog bites can lead to health risks such as infections, diseases and injuries that require immediate medical...
Pennsylvania has joined the majority of states in having a law that prohibits the use of hand-held phones and other electronic devices while driving. This June, Gov. Josh Shapiro signed the law, which is named for a man who was killed by a driver who struck him as...