While Pennsylvania law requires every driver to carry basic liability insurance, many motorists operate vehicles with minimal coverage or none at all. When you suffer serious injuries caused by an uninsured or underinsured driver, your own auto insurance policy may be...
Brake checking is when a driver suddenly slows down or stops to react to a tailgating driver. It can lead to a serious crash and may affect fault in a Pennsylvania accident claim. Pennsylvania law doesn't explicitly define or mention "brake checking." Even so, a...
A Pennsylvania car accident can lead to insurance claims, medical bills and questions about coverage. Knowing what each policy covers can help drivers understand what benefits and expenses their insurance may cover after an accident. Dealing with insurance after a...
If an employee hits you while driving a company vehicle in Pennsylvania, the driver may not be the only person responsible. The employer could also face liability when the driver was acting within the scope of the job. In some cases, the business’s own actions can...
A truck does not have to hit another vehicle to cause a crash. Falling cargo can make nearby drivers brake, swerve or collide. Liability may rest with the party that failed to secure the load. The key is to determine who controlled the cargo and what caused it to...
A car accident often has immediate and delayed consequences. Victims often suffer injuries that require medical care. However, this can mean victims will face large medical bills as a result of the car accident. Likewise, the victim’s car may need repairs (or must be...
Tailgaters can be a real nuisance on the roads. Their presence can leave you worrying about what’s behind you rather than focusing on what is going on ahead of you. Understanding how best to deal with a tailgater can be crucial to your safety. You may need to move...
A police report is often the first official document created after a car accident in Pennsylvania. While insurance adjusters rely on it, the report may contain errors. You can challenge an incorrect report, and addressing these mistakes helps protect a personal injury...
If you end up seriously hurt in a car crash, Pennsylvania law may allow you to seek compensation through a personal injury claim. Under the state’s hybrid insurance system, the type of policy you have or the severity of your injury determines your ability to recover...
There are noticeable trends in motor vehicle collisions. Those trends include locations where crashes occur and what types of crashes have the highest risk of injury or death. Timing is also a critical factor when looking at the likelihood of a serious wreck. Many...