Category Archives: Car Accidents
Personal Injuries Due to Automobile Defects
The National Motor Vehicle Crash Causation Survey, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report that over 44,000 accidents happen every year due to manufacturing defects in automobiles. While some automobile manufacturers will issue recall notices, many times defective parts and components are not discovered quickly enough to prevent accidents. Automobile Defects Automobile… Read More »
Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome After a Car Accident
Most people understand that car accident victims will likely have physical injuries. However, the panic and fear that accompany a car accident can make people feel terrified and overwhelmed. While the physical injuries suffered may be catastrophic, if the accident was bad enough, you may also suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Studies have… Read More »
Hit and Run Accidents
When a car crash happens, every second counts if there have been serious injuries. If a driver flees the scene of crash, they are not only attempting to escape from liability, they may also be denying medical assistance to those in desperate need of it. The unfortunate statistics seem to show that the number… Read More »
Suing the Driver if Injured as a Passenger
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, 43% of car accident deaths involved passenger car occupants in the state of Pennsylvania. If you were a passenger in a vehicle involved in a car accident, talking to an experienced personal injury attorney can help you understand your rights, and learn how you may receive as… Read More »
How Fault is Determined: Pedestrian and Vehicle Accidents
“The pedestrian has the right of way.” We have all heard this old adage, but from a legal standpoint, it is not always correct. Accidents involving pedestrians and vehicles are on the rise, and laws have changed significantly regarding the establishment of fault. According to the Governor’s Highway Safety Association, over 6,000 pedestrians were… Read More »
