Will a New Bill Protect Young Pennsylvania Drivers?
Late last month, the Pennsylvania Senate sent a bill to the Governor’s Office that would hopefully better protect young Pennsylvania drivers by making significant changes to teenage driving rules in the state. Specifically, the bill would limit the number of other teen passengers who could ride in cars with drivers under 18, increase driver’s education […]
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What to Do When You are Hurt by a Car While Inside a Building
Single car, multi car, pedestrian, bicycle, motorcycle and truck crashes may make up the majority of Pennsylvania auto accidents, but they are not the only types of motor vehicle accidents and injuries. Unfortunately, people who are inside homes, restaurants, workplaces, schools and other structures may also be at risk of car accident injuries. What Happens […]
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Disturbing Results of Distracted Driving Study
Most drivers know that it is wrong – and dangerous – to use a cell phone while driving. And, most drivers do it anyway, according to the results of a recent distracted driving study. The study conducted by Harris Interactive, a market research company, found that 91% of drivers know that it is not safe […]
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Should the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Helmet Law be Changed?
In 2003, Pennsylvania revoked its mandatory motorcycle helmet law and made it legal for the majority of motorcyclists to ride without a helmet. Since then debate has continued, and a new motorcycle helmet law has been proposed and is pending before the state legislature. Opponents of the proposed Pennsylvania motorcycle helmet law argue that the […]
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What Happens if You are in a Crash with a Pennsylvania Horse and Buggy
There is so much that is unique about Pennsylvania. One of those things is the way that buggies and motor vehicles share the road in a manner not seen in other parts of the country. Most of the time buggies and motor vehicles are able to coexist peacefully because both types of drivers are required […]
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New Developments in Pennsylvania Distracted Driving Legislation
Last week, the Pennsylvania Senate voted, 41- 8, to: Ban handheld cell phones while driving. This includes holding a cell phone to talk, text, surf the web, and check e-mail. Drivers would still be able to talk on the phone while driving if using a hands free device, unless they are under age 18 in […]
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Allentown Cell Phone Ordinance Overturned
As an accidental death lawyer, I am concerned about the current lack of distracted driving laws in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania currently does not have a distracted driving law that prohibits texting while driving or any other form of cell phone use while driving. Some municipalities had enacted ordinances to deal with the problem. Allentown and Bethlehem […]
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Why Limited Tort May Not Mean Limited Recovery
As soon as you hear the words “limited tort” uttered by an insurance agent, it is important to contact an experienced limited tort lawyer. Why You Should Contact a Limited Tort Lawyer You may not in fact have limited tort coverage. Just because an insurance agent says you have a limited tort policy does mean […]
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Are You Sure Your Baby is Safe?
Baby equipment can be expensive. It is possible to find good deals online, at yard sales and at thrift shops. However, as an accidental death lawyer, I recommend that you know what you are purchasing and that you research whether any recalls have been issued. Why You Should Research Baby Equipment Recently, a Lancaster family […]
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Limited Tort
Insurance adjusters are employed by companies who profit from scaring you away from making a claim, when they would otherwise be responsible for paying you. Many people contact us because they’ve been in an automobile accident and they chose the “limited tort” option on their insurance policy. The insurance company said that they are not […]
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