Motorists in the United States average about six million car accidentsevery year. About half of those accidents cause injuries. Approximately 90 people die in car accidents every day. When the car first became a popular form of transportation, it had no safety features other than perhaps a horn and a pair of headlights. Relatively low[…] Read More
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How Can I Drive Safely Near a School?
Pennsylvania has many large school districts with thousands of students enrolled in kindergarten through 12th grade. Many of the most populous schools are located in the Greater Philadelphia area. With lots of schools and even more school children attending them, it is very important to drive safely whenever near a school or a school bus.[…] Read More
What Are Some Safety Tips for Driving on St. Patrick’s Day?
Some holidays, such as Christmas and Thanksgiving, are wonderful times to get together with family and friends. The focus is on good food and seeing loved ones. Other holidays, like St. Patrick’s Day, are more centered around drinking. Although not originally intended to be a drinking holiday, that is how it has evolved in the[…] Read More
How Can Drivers Stay Safe after the Switch to Daylight Saving Time?
Only Hawaii and parts of Arizona do not participate in daylight saving time. Although the time change can have positive feelings because we get more daylight, there is science to suggest that it, and its fall cousin, can have negative effects on drivers, increasing the risk of a car accident. Scientific Studies For many years,[…] Read More
How Should I Handle Post-Traumatic Headaches after a Car Accident?
It is not uncommon for someone involved in a car accident to have severe headaches in the hours, days, and weeks after the collision. If you have head pain and other headache symptoms, you should see a health care provider as soon as possible to diagnose and document your condition. You may be entitled to[…] Read More
What Evidence Should I Collect after a Car Accident?
A car accident can leave you flustered and angry, especially when you get injured. Your ability to recover from your injuries often depends on the amount of money you can collect from the at-fault driver. To increase your chances of success, you need to collect specific evidence to help prove your case. Although you may[…] Read More
Can Underinflated Tires Cause a Car Accident?
Underinflated tires do present dangers to people in cars. Underinflated tires flatten out and touch more of the road. This causes more friction and increases the likelihood of a car accident. It is the duty of every driver to check their tire pressure regularly. If they do not, they could be at risk of causing[…] Read More
FDA Issues Recall of Baby Formula, Formula Shortage Worsens
As parents have been scrambling to find baby formula due to supply chain issues in the ongoing pandemic, there is a secondary problem with three popular baby formulas. Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare have all reportedly been linked to illnesses. On Sunday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall for powdered baby formula brands,[…] Read More
What are Damages for Neck and Back Pain after a Car Accident?
Neck pain and back pain are common sources of discomfort after a car accident. Even minor car accidents can cause serious disruptions to your life through these types of injuries. Do not discount your pain as something unrelated to your collision just because your accident was minor. Your body is telling you there is something[…] Read More
What Are Some Causes of Accidents at Intersections?
Road and highway intersections require special care and close attention from drivers to help make them their safest. However, the Federal Highway Administration (FHA) says about 2.5 million car accidents happen at intersections every year. Intersections account for about 40 percent of the more than six million accidents that happen every year in the United[…] Read More