Like most states, Pennsylvania has banned texting while driving. Some states have gone even further by banning the use of handheld cellphones behind the wheel, but such measures are still the exception rather than the rule. There are clear laws against texting while driving, but the behavior only seems to be getting worse. Drivers continue […]
Drunk driving is a problem that government entities and law enforcement agencies attempt to tackle on a daily basis, and yet the impact of those efforts can sometimes seem minimal. The problem isn’t just about the added criminal cases in an already overly burdened justice system; drunk drivers present a serious danger on the roadways of Philadelphia, […]
When a Pennsylvania resident becomes involved in a car accident, there are many things that may run through his or her mind. A car accident victim may worry about what actions are appropriate; he or she may feel scared and uncertain, maybe even temporarily paralyzed by these overwhelming emotions. Thankfully, there are general guidelines that […]
Sometimes, a simple fender bender can evolve into a multi-vehicle affair. What starts with just two vehicles can eventually involve dozens, even hundreds of other cars. This can happen on busy highways, especially when the road conditions are icy and dangerous. When this happens, victims may be confused as to what actions are available to […]
Pennsylvania residents often need to drive motor vehicles for a variety of reasons. Some need to drive to and from work, often for a lengthy commute, while others may need to drive to a nearby town to drop kids off at school or shop for groceries. Most of the time, it is possible to complete […]
Car accidents can happen to anyone. Unfortunately, there is no way to control the actions of other drivers on the road. Because of this, it is impossible to predict who will become involved in a car wreck. Many times, these crashes are caused by the actions of a negligent driver, and there are many ways […]
While the weather and road conditions could play a role in a car accident, it is no surprise that driver error is a major contributing cause of car accidents in Pennsylvania. In fact, nationwide, the majority of traffic accidents were due in part to driver error. For example, according to Pennsylvania data from 2013, there […]
Most states, including Pennsylvania, recognize the dangers of distracted driving by now. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, 14 states have some form of law or regulation that prohibits drivers from using hand-held phones while driving. In Pennsylvania, a text messaging ban applied to all drivers, regardless of skill and experience behind the wheel. […]
A car accident usually requires a few weeks for investigators to examine the factors that contributed to the crash, in order to determine how and why the accident happened. Police may also conduct a criminal background check on all drivers involved, and review their driving records for violations, traffic citations, and particularly drunk driving convictions. […]
No resident of Philadelphia wants to get involved or cause a car accident. However, accidents are inevitable. In the event of a car crash, it is the duty of all drivers to render assistance to the injured, seek medical help and report the incident to the authorities. In a recent car accident in Northeast Philadelphia, […]