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Because there were fewer drivers on the road, Pennsylvania recorded its second-lowest number of traffic fatalities in 93 years in 2020. Regrettably, though, there were still 1,060 fatal motor vehicle accidents and another roughly 45,000 injury-causing ones that year....
One in eight drivers does not have auto insurance, according to a 2019 report. This is despite laws in every state except New Hampshire that requires motorists to purchase liability insurance. What can motorists do to protect themselves against uninsured drivers?...
As millions of Americans stayed home for much of 2020 due to the pandemic, roadways were mostly uncongested with vehicle traffic. Safety experts hoped that would translate into fewer motor vehicle fatalities and one of the few bright spots in an extremely challenging...
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently released a study indicating that women have a higher rate of serious auto accident injury than men do. Understanding the reasons behind this effect can help people stay safer on the road. IIHS research about...
You may have heard that auto accidents increase during the summer months. Why exactly are June, July and August so dangerous for motorists? Review the factors behind the data so you can stay safe on the road. Increased traffic Whether you prefer to spend your weekends...
Because sitting in traffic and driving long distances can be boring, many drivers listen to music to pass the time. While there is nothing wrong with preferring certain styles of music, drivers must be careful about their musical selections. A recent study found that...
When furniture tips over, it frequently causes injuries, regardless of the age of the person it strikes. However, according to Consumer Reports, when furniture falls on children, the outcome is often fatal. More than 11,000 children on average received treatment in...
National Safety Council data revealed that Pennsylvania’s 2020 traffic fatalities decreased by 13% compared to the first five months of 2019. Rather than a greater number of the state’s motorists embracing safer driving habits, the stay-at-home orders issued during...
Most motorists are familiar with the dangers of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol. However, there's another form of impaired driving that many people are regularly guilty of – fatigued driving. While driving drowsy or fatigued can increase the risk of...
A car crash is an unexpected event, but knowing what to do in the aftermath of a wreck may help you advocate for yourself should the case wind up in court. Not all injuries experienced in car wrecks are apparent right away. You may, too, find damage to your vehicle...
