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...
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Furniture design can be deadly, but it doesn’t have to be
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...
Top causes of car accidents in Pennsylvania
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...
How adequate rest can help truckers prevent accidents
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...
How to document the scene after a crash
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...
Know your options after a dog bite injury in Pennsylvania
Dogs can have temperaments as diverse as those of humans – and often are influenced by the same factors. Some dogs are naturally aggressive, while others are aggressive because they have been abused, improperly socialized or trained to be aggressive. The way a dog...
Tips For Preventing Pedestrian Accidents
It is easy to take your safety for granted as a pedestrian. But whether you are out for a jog, parking your car or crossing the street, it is important to remember that pedestrians are especially vulnerable when they are sharing the roadways. On average, a pedestrian...
Brake failure is a leading cause of semitruck accidents
Watching a semitruck approach in your rearview mirror can be unnerving. It can be particularly scary when you are traveling down a steep hill. You would be wise to exercise extreme caution under these circumstances because almost 30 percent of all semitruck crashes...
Avoid saying sorry after a motor vehicle accident
After a car accident, your first instinct might be to apologize to the other drivers involved. Stress and emotions are high after a crash and in the moment, it might make sense to try to connect with the other individuals. As an empathetic person, you might feel...
What are the types of distracted driving behaviors?
There are dozens of ways we get distracted on the road. Even those who claim themselves are the most competent drivers fall for a driving distraction now and again. The numerous distractions can be separated into three categories: Visual: takes your eyes off the road...