In many parts of the U.S., the winter months can be a dangerous time of year to get behind the wheel. With snows, ice and winter storms that bring heavy rainfall and strong winds, there are a number of weather-related hazards to watch out for. In some instances, it...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Riding a motorcycle for the first time
As with many other activities, riding a motorcycle for the first time can be very difficult. Some people may have dreamed about becoming a motorcyclist for years and finally decided to turn their dream into a reality. However, if a motorcyclist is inexperienced,...
When drivers ignore the right of way
Motor vehicle collisions may happen for any number of reasons, but driver behavior plays a key role in a lot of accidents. Irresponsible driving takes many forms and occurs in far more ways than driving under the influence and going over the speed limit. For example,...
Hunting season and the risk of a car crash
In many parts of the country, fall means the arrival of hunting season. While hunters may look forward to this time of the year, it is very important to be aware of some of the different risks associated with hunting season. Aside from firearm mishaps, things may go...
Recovering from a drunk driving crash
Any traffic accident can be tough, but some are especially devastating, such as drunk driving accidents which involve an inebriated driver who never should have been on the road. Sadly, these wrecks continue to happen at an alarming rate and the risk of a drunk...
What makes someone a “bad” driver?
Sometimes sharing the road with other drivers is a matter of life and death. Fatal motor vehicle accidents have led to thousands of funerals each year in the state of Pennsylvania. Drivers of various ages and experience levels share the road with only an obligation to...
Common mistakes motorists make at construction sites
Pennsylvania construction workers have multiple safety issues at their sites they have to deal with. While they do their best to keep the equipment and workers under control, they cannot predict when a negligent driver is going to put them in danger. Construction...
Pennsylvania continues to see a lot of distracted driving
Many things could put you in danger out on the roads. One is if the driver of a vehicle near you decides that using his or her phone for texting or other purposes is more important than paying full attention to driving. It is estimated that Pennsylvania sees thousands...
Drive safely through winter weather with these safety tips
After singing “Let It Snow” through the holiday season, Pennsylvania weather is starting to listen. As the winter season progresses and more snow falls, extra precautions are necessary. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation recently recognized Winter Driving...