It's winter in Pennsylvania. As much as many of us enjoy the snow and colder temperatures, wintertime also means streets and highways that are sometimes covered with ice, snow or both. How to be safe on winter roads The roads can ice up after it rains or snows....
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The terrible consequences from underride crashes with commercial trucks
Highway traffic is not uncommon in south-central Pennsylvania with motorists humming, driving and often speeding along the major thoroughfares of U.S. Hwys. 30 and 222. And among the traffic are the ubiquitous big-rig trucks hauling cargo throughout the state and the...
4 Essential tips for sharing the road with big rigs
For many drivers, sharing the roadways with large commercial trucks can range from being frustrating to downright terrifying – and for a good reason. In 2018, a staggering 96% of the fatalities in accidents involving a passenger vehicle and a large truck were the...
Look out for signs of shock after a crash
You have likely heard the phrase “they are going into shock” before – probably on a medical drama. This is a common phrase, but what does it really mean? There are two types of shock that are common after a car accident, and you and your loved ones must take care to...
Some crash injuries are hidden – and even more dangerous
The sudden impact of a car crash can leave you suffering from serious bruising, whiplash and broken bones. These injuries can be incredibly painful. However, because they are visible, you can get treatment for them as soon as possible. Other injuries might not be as...
What should you do if you are injured in a hit-and-run?
The shock of a sudden car crash can be frightening. One moment you are cruising down a busy highway, and the next you are sitting in a damaged car on the shoulder – with the at-fault vehicle speeding away. Hit-and-run accidents can be stressful for drivers, and they...
Three steps for motorcyclists to stay safe
Summer might be nearing its end, but it will still be motorcycle season for a few months to come. Motorcyclists will take advantage of good weather whenever they can, even after the trees change color. No matter the season, the road can still be dangerous – even for...
Car accidents can cause emotional trauma in addition to physical injuries
A car accident can happen in an instant on Pennsylvania roads, leaving you with serious physical injuries. These injuries could keep you from working as well as enjoying your favorite activities with your friends and family. However, physical injuries are not the only...
What should you know about T-bone accidents?
When the traffic light turns green, you take your foot off the brake and start rolling through the intersection when another vehicle comes barreling through the red light and right into traffic. Broadside or side-impact collisions, more commonly known as T-bone...
Symptoms you should watch out for after a crash
After a crash, it is common to experience shock. You might not remember how the accident happened. In some extreme cases, you might not even feel pain right away. Regardless of whether or not you are in pain, you must seek medical attention after an accident that you...