If Pennsylvania drivers get behind the wheel when they are overly tired, they're endangering not only themselves but others who are on the roadway. Studies have revealed that driving drowsy provides a similar level of impairment as driving drunk. The scary part is...
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Understanding how attractive nuisances can cost you money
As a Pennsylvania homeowner, you may believe that you can't be held liable for any injuries that happen to people who you did not invite to your property. The reality is, homeowners who have an attractive nuisance on their property can be held liable for any injuries...
Are virtual meets raising the risk of being in an accident?
Pennsylvania drivers who have recently been in an online meeting are more likely to be involved in an accident than those who weren't. What could be attributed to this increased risk? The answer lies in the multi-tasking habits of drivers. A struggle to gain...
Distracted driver awareness
Distracted driving is one of the many dangers people face on Pennsylvania roads. A distraction is anything that causes a motorist to take their full attention from the task of driving. Common distractions include eating, drinking, talking to other people in the car,...
What happens if you hit an animal with your vehicle?
Unfortunately, animals can dart onto Pennsylvania roadways and get hit by accident. Depending on the type of animal that was hit, it may be an overwhelming experience that comes with a lot of questions regarding liability. It's important to keep a cool demeanor and...
Who is financially responsible in a slip and fall case?
One of the most common personal injury cases in Pennsylvania is the slip and fall case. When a citizen is injured because they fell due to the negligence of another person or entity, they may be able to hold the property owner liable. However, the circumstances of the...
Police in Pennsylvania charge hit-and-run driver
A 53-year-old Pennsylvania man faces a raft of charges including a felony count of leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in serious injury or death for allegedly striking a man as he was driving to his State College residence and then leaving him in the road...
Police in Pennsylvania make arrest in fatal hit-and-run case
Police departments tend to conduct thorough investigations when road users lose their lives in hit-and-run accidents. The Pennsylvania State Police launched such an investigation in April 2020 after an accident in Penn Township, and it led to a felony charge for a...
Levels of dog bites
Dogs are a part of everyday life in Pennsylvania, and unfortunately, some people get bitten by a dog they encounter. Experts and veterinarians have identified six levels of dog bites for people to better understand the type of injury they have sustained. Level 1 Level...
What to do if you’re in an accident while traveling
Getting into an accident while you're traveling can be scary and frustrating. If you get into an accident while traveling in Pennsylvania, it's important to stay calm as you take the following steps. Figure out the state laws first If you get into an accident while...