Car Accident Law Articles

Property Damage Claims – More Information to Help You Navigate Your Pennsylvania Car Accident Case

Needless to say, if you were involved in a car accident then your car was probably damaged in some way. Of course, how badly your car was damaged depends on the severity of the wreck. It will likely require some repairs, but how much will the repairs cost and who will pay for them? You …

A Friendly Reminder That May Is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month! Car And Truck Drivers Please Be More Aware Of Bikers!

The beginning of May marks the beginning of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a national initiative which hopes to reduce the number of motorcycle accidents in the US by urging drivers of all motor vehicles to share the road with one another. The latest statistics show that 2010 saw just over 4,500 motorcyclist deaths, marking a …

What Information Should You Document Following Your Pennsylvania Car Accident?

A car accident, motorcycle accident, or other motor vehicle crash can be a disorienting ordeal to go through. Because a car crash can be a difficult experience, our law firm tries to provide you with important information which can help you find your bearings during a trying time. In this article, we will tell you …

Meniscus Tear — Meniscal Transplantation Surgery — Pennsylvania Injury Information

For such a small part of the body there are many parts which make up the knee. Unfortunately, this means there many ways that a knee can be injured. When it comes to the acute injuries which can result from car accidents or fall down accidents, the patella is often the affected part of the …

Top Causes of Car Accidents

Here is a short list of some of the most common causes of car accidents: 1. Distracted driving (see Stuart’s blog post about visual, manual, and cognitive distractions) Texting (Pennsylvania’s law banning texting while driving came into effect early in March) Radio/music accessories: i.e., iPods, MP3 players, CD players, tape decks, radios Reading, checking e-mail, …

What to Know About Your Car’s Brakes

Collisions due to delayed braking are common, studies show, and it is your responsibility to make sure that your brakes are working in optimum condition. Distracted drivers are much more likely to be the cause of a rear-end collision, and your brakes are your last hope of avoiding that car accident. With the advent of anti-lock braking systems, brake failure is less likely but still possible; and vehicle manufacturers are not necessarily timely with their product recalls. It is best to know for sure that all the components of your braking systems are working. Getting regular service on your vehicle and keeping service records can help you to not only avoid a collision, but to keep yourself covered in case of a car accident.

Graduated Driver Licensing Programs Help to Keep Teen Drivers Safe

In recent years, the issue of car accidents among teen drivers is gaining more and more attention, with new laws and programs being developed to try and increase the safety of young adults behind the wheel. It has been widely reported that automobile accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the US. …

Pennsylvania Bicycle Laws for Helmets

Helmet use is essential for safe biking. Many riders think bike helmets are meant for children, but the statistics prove otherwise. In fact, a 2008 study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says head injuries represent about 70 percent of bicycling fatalities. A good helmet is necessary for all ages and does save lives. …

Who is the Best Personal Injury Lawyer in Pottstown?

To identify the best personal injury lawyer in Pottstown and the surrounding areas is no simple task. There are–without a doubt–excellent lawyers and excellent firms in the area. But who is the best? There are some factors which can indicate who the best personal injury lawyer in Pottstown might be, including how many years he …

Child Injuries and Minor Injuries — Information About Common Accidents Affecting Young People

Accident cases involving children are different from those involving adults. Depending on the type of accident and the injuries involved, it can be difficult to prove negligence in a case involving a child or minor. In many cases, insurance companies will want to blame the parent for not providing adequate protection. Automobile Accidents (Car Accidents, …