Western Pennsylvania Law Blog
Your carâs airbag may cause hearing loss
Vehicle safety has advanced considerably in recent decades. In addition to seat belts and other safety features, your car, truck or SUV probably has at least one airbag. After all, federal law requires most vehicles made after September 1, 1998, to have both...
What are the driving dangers of summer weather?
For your family, summer may be the time that you typically take the car on long road trips or weekend getaways. Part of the appeal of summer travel involves enjoying the hot weather. Ironically, the hot weather can also pose unique risks to you and your family....
Rushing and the risk of a bike crash
Bicycle accidents occur for a lot of reasons, but many are the result of rushing. Whether someone drives too fast because they are running late for work or a bicyclist is in a hurry to get to their job or take care of some other important matter, people rush for many...
Hands-free devices may not be safer
Distracted driving is a serious problem among American motorists. In 2018, according to the NHTSA, almost 3,000 people died in a crash that involved a distracted driver. Distracted driving involves any activity that steals a percentage of your attention from the road....
How can your social media accounts work against you in court?
Pennsylvania residents may find it surprising to learn that their communications with family and friends over social media may not be private. Forbes explains how social media may become public and work against you in a court case. How may social media harm your...
How can you stay awake behind the wheel during DST?
Every spring, most Americans set their clocks ahead by one hour. Daylight Savings Time is nothing new. In fact, it has been around since World War I and was originally a power saving measure. An interesting fact about DST, however, is that more car accidents occur...
The cost of paralysis
When it comes to motor vehicle collisions, anything you walk away from is a win. But sometimes fate deals us a hand that saddles us with a future that will take time, determination and resources to overcome. Paralysis changes your life irreparably, no matter how bad...
Interstate travelers may file legal actions if injured in PA
Individuals injured while traveling on Pennsylvania's public thoroughfares have a right to financial compensation for their losses. If an accident results in bodily harm or vehicle damage, legal action may help obtain recompense. According to the Pennsylvania...
What are the different âoffensesâ a CDL driver can face?
Pennsylvania commercial drivers can face severe penalties for traffic violations. If you are a CDL driver, disqualifications can lead to license suspension. They could ultimately result in the loss of your job. The Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles separates...
Common laws that determine the at-fault party in a car accident
In Pennsylvania, any number of traffic deaths is too many. According to Lehigh Valley Live, there were almost 1,200 motorist and pedestrian deaths on roads and interstates in 2018. The unfortunate fact is that if those involved had simply paid attention to their...