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Personal Injury Claim

Jan 9, 2018

An insurance company’s ultimate goal is to pay out nothing or as little as possible on every personal injury claim. Although an insurance adjuster may seem sympathetic and helpful, as a representative of the insurance company he or she is not looking out for your best interests. Insurers often use the following five reasons to reduce or deny personal injury claims. Denying or Limiting Liability The most common strategy insurance companies use to reduce personal injury claims is to deny…

What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident

Jan 3, 2018

What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident Whether a slip and fall accident is caused by ice or snow, a wet floor or other slippery situation, property owners have a legal responsibility to keep their premises safe for visitors. If you have been injured on someone’s property, you may be entitled to compensation for damages. There are a few simple steps you can take to protect your rights after slip and fall accidents. Steps to Take After a…

Big Rigs Cause Bigger Accidents – Safety Tips for Driving Around Semi Trucks

Jan 3, 2018

Tips to Avoid Semi Truck Accidents Driving next to a tractor-trailer or other large vehicle can be daunting. Because of their weight and size, semi trucks can cause serious, life-threatening injuries and fatalities when they are involved in accidents with smaller vehicles. These four tips can help avoid semi truck accidents and stay safe on the road. Keep your distance.Give semi trucks plenty of room, whether you are in front or behind them. Trucks require significantly longer stopping distances than…

Winter Driving Tips

Jan 2, 2018

Pennsylvania winters can be harsh, and inclement winter weather can be daunting when you hit the road. Problematic weather conditions such as snow, sleet, hail and ice can reduce visibility, cause vehicles to slip and slide and affect your ability to reduce speed and stop in a timely manner. These winter driving tips can help you deal with the weather and keep you safe when you’re behind the wheel. Prepare for winter weather. Before the cold weather hits, make sure…

What To Do If You’re Injured On Vacation In Pennsylvania

Jan 2, 2018

Vacations are a time to relax, enjoy time with loved ones and take a break from the pressures of everyday life, but accidents and injuries can happen anywhere. Although many people injure themselves while trying new things like white water rafting, skiing and other outdoor activities, injuries and illnesses often happen due to someone else’s negligence. Hotels, restaurants, amusement parks and other entertainment venues are required by law to provide a safe environment and post warnings of any known hazards.…

Motorcycle Safety Tips – Sharing the Road With Riders

Sep 19, 2017

According to the latest vehicle mile travel data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA), motorcyclists are 27 times more likely to die in a motor vehicle traffic crash than passenger car occupants. To reduce the number of fatalities and injuries on the roadway, all motor vehicles need to use safe driving practices – especially motorcyclists, whose visibility and compact size pose several safety challenges. Here are three motorcycle safety tips to help you stay safe on the road.…

Safe Driving Tips for Pennsylvania Teens

Sep 14, 2017

From wearing a seat belt to using turn signals, you can help prevent serious injuries resulting from a car crash by practicing safe driving. Here are five tips to help you stay safe on Pennsylvania roads. Buckle Up To help reduce injury and save your life in the event of a car crash, always make sure you’re wearing a seat belt. Additionally, all passengers under the age of 18 must buckle up in both the front and back seats according…

When Road Rage Leads to an Automobile Accident

Aug 24, 2017

You’ve probably seen it – a driver exhibiting aggressive or angry behavior, such as rude gestures, physical threats or dangerous driving methods, behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. Or maybe you’re guilty of aggressive driving yourself. Leading to altercations, assaults and dangerous collisions, road rage is a risky driving behavior that can cause serious injury and death. Learn more about road rage, how you can prevent it and how to receive help following a road-rage accident. Road Rage Defined…

Pool Owners and Unintentional Drowning Liability

Aug 15, 2017

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning ranks fifth among the leading causes of unintentional injury death in the United States. In fact, nearly 10 people die every day from unintentional drowning. If a loved one has been the victim of an unintentional injury death caused by drowning, you might need to know the next steps to take. Likewise, if you own a home with an in-ground or above-ground pool, or are considering installing a pool,…

Tips for Properly Fitting a Motorcycle Helmet

Aug 7, 2017

When traveling on a motorcycle, it’s absolutely critical to wear the proper protective gear – especially a motorcycle helmet – to prevent life-threatening injuries in the event of an accident. While Pennsylvania’s helmet law doesn’t require motorcyclists to wear helmets if they are over 21 years of age and have completed the proper training or have at least two years of riding experience, motorcycle helmets can help reduce the risk of debilitating and fatal head and neck injuries sustained during…

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Personal Injury Claim

What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident

Big Rigs Cause Bigger Accidents – Safety Tips for Driving Around Semi Trucks

Winter Driving Tips

What To Do If You’re Injured On Vacation In Pennsylvania

Motorcycle Safety Tips – Sharing the Road With Riders

Safe Driving Tips for Pennsylvania Teens

When Road Rage Leads to an Automobile Accident

Pool Owners and Unintentional Drowning Liability

Tips for Properly Fitting a Motorcycle Helmet

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