Left-hand turns present serious risks on roadways, contributing to a notable share of traffic accidents. These challenges increase the likelihood of collisions, sometimes with serious or fatal consequences. Understanding why left turns are so hazardous helps drivers make safer decisions and highlights legal considerations when accidents occur. What Makes Left-Hand Turns More Hazardous Than Other[…] Read More
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Common Back and Spinal Injuries from Car Accidents—and How They Affect You
Back injuries are among the most frequent and debilitating consequences of car accidents. The sudden twisting, bending, or impact forces your body experiences during a collision can cause long-term damage that often lasts far longer than a broken bone or minor muscle strain. Many back injuries do not heal on their own, and recovery can[…] Read More
Were You the Victim of a Hit-and-Run Accident?
When another driver causes a car accident and flees the scene, the overwhelming task of navigating insurance claims and legal proceedings after your hit-and-run accident can feel insurmountable. Plus, you may need to deal with physical injuries, emotional trauma, and mounting medical bills, all without knowing who caused your accident. But you have rights, and[…] Read More
Three Injured in Ice Cream Truck CrashÂ
On Wednesday, three people were injured after a pickup truck slammed into an ice cream truck on Whitaker Avenue in Philadelphia. According to police, a northbound Chevrolet Silverado traveling at a high rate of speed struck a southbound Honda CR-V, then crashed into the back of an ice cream truck. The collision forced the ice[…] Read More
Common Shoulder Injuries Caused by Car Accidents
The injuries that car accident victims deal with after their incident can make life difficult—especially if the accident affects a vital part of your body’s movement pattern, like with a shoulder injury. Unfortunately, because the shoulder contains many joints and moving parts, it is all too easy to injure it in a collision. What Types[…] Read More
Understanding Comparative Negligence in Car Accidents
Car accidents often result in disputes over fault, but in most states, determining who is at fault is not always a matter of assigning blame to one driver alone. Pennsylvania follows a legal concept known as “comparative negligence,” which allows for shared responsibility in a motor vehicle crash. This system can affect compensation in a personal[…] Read More
Young Girl Dies at Hersheypark Wave PoolÂ
On Thursday, a 9-year-old girl died in the wave pool at Hersheypark, the first guest fatality in the park’s 119-year history. The young girl, a member of the Harrisburg Bhutanese community, was pulled unconscious from the water, and later died at a hospital despite lifesaving attempts, according to Derry Township Police. Officials have not released[…] Read More
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Lawsuits in Delaware?
A car crash can instantly disrupt your life—causing serious injuries, vehicle damage, and overwhelming medical bills. If the accident was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may have the right to pursue a lawsuit for compensation. However, Delaware law imposes strict deadlines for filing a legal claim. Understanding the statute of limitations is essential to[…] Read More
Common Leg Injuries From Car Accidents
Car accidents can result in a wide range of injuries besides the ones that immediately come to mind, like whiplash and spinal cord injuries. The force of a collision can cause severe leg injuries, such as fractures, soft-tissue damage, and joint trauma. The severity of a leg injury depends on the speed of the vehicles involved,[…] Read More
Child Killed by Teenage Drunk Driver in Newport
Delaware police have charged a teenager in the death of a 6-year-old following a head-on collision on Route 4 in Newport Friday night. Officials said the crash occurred on West Newport Pike near Gregg Avenue, when the Wilmington 19-year-old, driving a Buick Rendezvous, crossed into oncoming traffic, slammed head-on into an oncoming Toyota Corolla. The[…] Read More