There were 128,420 reportable traffic crashes in Pennsylvania in 2018, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). These crashes claimed the lives of 1,190 people and injured another 78,219 people. Many of these car accidents are caused by negligent drivers or car manufacturers who can be held legally responsible for the injuries they cause. If you were injured or you lost a loved one in a crash, contact a Philadelphia car accident lawyer at McCann Dillon Jaffe & Lamb, LLC.

Each time a person drives, they are faced with countless variables. There are a variety of motor vehicles; routes, including back streets and major highways; and weather conditions that can impact driving conditions. These countless contributing factors are why there are so many car accidents. Motor vehicle crashes happen within seconds and can lead to lifelong consequences, including permanent disabilities, fatalities, and debt. Most car accidents occur less than 25 miles from drivers’ homes. There are different types of accidents that drivers can be involved in, including the following: Rear-End Collisions, Side-Impact Collisions, Rollovers and Head-on Collisions, Single versus Multi-Vehicle Collisions, Accident Injuries and Settlements,

Ridesharing services offered through Uber and Lyft are popular in public transportation. While the ridesharing industry is growing rapidly, so too are legal issues relating to liability when Uber and Lyft drivers are involved in an accident. The question of who is responsible puts many customers in a tough position after an accident. Innocent riders could be flung into a protracted legal battle after an accident. While Uber and Lyft advertise million-dollar liability insurance policies to protect their customers, they consider their drivers independent contractors, which can complicate the issue of liability.

Car accident injuries can alter your way of living and create mounting medical bills and lost wages due to the inability to work. Even if you feel fine after a crash, some injuries do not become apparent until the following days or weeks. It is vital to obtain medical treatment and document any doctors’ visits to help your case. A car accident lawyer knows how devastating car accident injuries can be for victims and will fight to obtain the compensation you rightfully deserve.