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Most people are familiar with crash avoidance systems, and would welcome this technology in their vehicles as a safety upgrade. Crash avoidance technology uses radar, and sometimes cameras and lasers, to provide a warning to the driver when a collision is imminent. When coupled with the ability to act by automatically braking or steering, this […]

Slip and fall accidents are governed by premises liability law. These laws dictate that property owners may be held liable for any injuries that occur from a slip and fall accident on their property. However, simply suffering an injury is not typically enough to grant compensation to a plaintiff; the plaintiff must prove that an […]

Winter is here and with it comes snow, ice, and distracted holiday drivers. As most Americans know, this combination can make for some harrowing experiences on the highways. Part of the reason is the poor driving condition due to the snow and ice. But, negligence and distractions play a role in many car accidents, too. […]

When most Americans go to work each day, the possibility of losing life or limb in an accident is the last thing on their minds. But for some, the risk is just another part of the job. This is especially true for those working in the construction and farming industries. Philadelphia construction accident lawyers report […]

As winter approaches, it is necessary for workers who work outside to be aware of the potential dangers caused by cold weather. Cold weather can lead to multiple cold-related workplace accidents and occupational illnesses. One of the primary dangers is cold stress, which is any form of stress that extreme cold weather causes either physically […]

As winter approaches, days become shorter. Thus, more drivers are on the road during night hours. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), driving at night is more hazardous and leads to more car accidents and personal injuries. Why Night Driving is More Hazardous For various reasons, the risk of a car crash increases threefold […]

Anyone who lives in our area knows that winter months in the Northeast can be brutal. Snow and ice can appear overnight and quickly accumulate. Luckily, premises liability laws can help protect you if you have been injured in a slip and fall accident. How Do Premises Liability Laws Impact Slip and Fall Accidents? When someone […]

The prevalence of car accidents involving teen drivers comes as no surprise to many, with the increase of cell phones, texting, and related technologies. CBS News reported on a recent study which found that more adult drivers admit to using the phone while driving. Furthermore, the rates of speeding among both groups were nearly the […]

The United States Department of Transportation has unveiled a plan to require large trucks to have speed limiter devices installed. These devices keep trucks from exceeding a given speed, typically suggested to be in the sixty to sixty-five miles per-hour range. The requirement would apply to any truck over 26,000 pounds, and as most commercial […]

The Thanksgiving holiday is one of the most highly traveled times of the year for Americans. The American Automobile Association (AAA) predicts that more than 45 million people will make a trip of 50 miles or more over the holiday weekend, which is designated as the Wednesday before and the Sunday after the holiday. Road […]