Understanding Pennsylvania’s DUI Laws
In 2003, Pennsylvania updated its laws regarding intoxicated driving in two ways: it lowered the blood alcohol content needed to be convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) and increased penalties associated with multiple convictions. The legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit for drivers aged 21 and older is now reduced from .10 percent to […]
How Can I Keep My Teen Driver Safe?
For many people, the learning curve for driving begins when they are in their teenage years. Because teen drivers are less experienced than their older counterparts, they tend to produce higher than average accident rates. However, teens can take precautionary measures to reduce their risk of getting into a car accident. Teen Driving Statistical Information The […]
City Streets Prove Safer than Suburban Roads
Many suburbanites regard the city as a place of danger. Yet, at least in one area, that may not be true at all. Regarding car accidents, a recent study by the University of Pennsylvania found that there were less accidents in Philadelphia than the surrounding suburban areas. They found that the outlying suburban areas had 10 […]
Sun Glare and Car Accidents
The sun is a welcome sight after a dark winter, but as most drivers know, it can be a distraction and a hazard when taking to the road. Sun glare while driving can temporarily blind drivers and cause accidents. When sun glare contributes to an accident, who is at fault? Determining fault in a car accident is not necessarily straightforward. […]
Manufacturing Industry Hazards
Producing goods and products using machinery is what manufacturing is all about. This vast industry has many different categories; some of the largest sectors include electronics, computers, metals, minerals, coal, plastics, chemicals, wood, printing, transportation, and foods. Much of the work takes place at mills, factories, and plants, and each has their own operating methods, […]
Involved in a Car Accident? Here’s What to Do
A car accident can be a traumatic and stressful experience, especially when serious injuries are involved. Car accidents bring a whirl of emotions, which is completely normal, but you may find yourself shaken up and unsure of what to do next. The Delaware County car accident lawyers at the Law Office of Deborah M. Truscello provide this infographic that […]
Those Who Are Sleep Deprived are More Likely to be Involved in Car Accidents
As demands on our time increase, the hours available to sleep decrease, which puts us at risk for serious and sometimes fatal car accidents. According to a new study posted in Science Daily, people who sleep less than seven hours in any 24-hour period are three times more likely to cause a car accident. Those who drive with […]
Winter Car Accidents
If you are involved in a car accident, your insurance will pay for the damage. But if you are the victim of another driver’s negligence, you may have to file a claim with their insurance to pay for your medical treatments, time away from work, and more. Many very serious car accidents occur when the air […]
