Back in 2003, Pennsylvania legislatures repealed the universal helmet law, loosening the requirements to wear a helmet. Adults over the age of 21 who have at least two years’ experience riding or have completed a motorcycle safety course approved by either the Pennsylvania Department of
It’s fall: time for hayrides and pumpkin spice. While Autumn can be a good time for outdoor fun, Esurance warns that fall can also be a dangerous time for drivers. Some of the characteristic that make the season what it is, can also increase the
School is back in session for Pennsylvania students. The return of the school year is accompanied by parents’ safety concerns. Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) states that safety is a high priority. The department lists numerous safety tips students and bus drivers, as well as
During May 2017, rideshare company Uber raised its rates in Pennsylvania and 7 other states. The rate increase was part of a plan to encourage drivers to take part in the company’s personal injury protection insurance program. The insurance will protect insured drivers who sustain
Bus accidents can be fatal and catastrophic. And in many cases, they are preventable. Especially when the accident is caused by distracted driving. On March 31, a pick-up truck crossed the center line of a two-lane road and collided with a church minibus on a rural
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) assembled the Pennsylvania Autonomous Vehicle Testing Policy Task Force to create a framework for highly autonomous vehicles, (HAV) also known as “self-driving cars”. Pennsylvania required the framework to balance public safety with innovation, according to TruckingInfo.com. Proper testing of HAVs could lead
The National Safety Council designates a whole month (April) to raise awareness of the dangers of distracted driving and draw attention to the epidemic that it has become. It’s not enough to raise awareness amount young drivers. Society as a whole, including corporate America, must
April is national Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the perfect opportunity to shed some light on what many are now calling a “workplace epidemic.” According to Business Insurance Quotes, transportation-related deaths accounted for more than 40%- and served as the leading cause- of workplace fatalities in
Who Is Liable When a Road Defect Causes Injury? You are riding home from work, when your bike suddenly jolts. The road has recently been repaired, but the surface is uneven. You are thrown off your bike and into traffic. What do you do when a
Do not give statements, sign papers, or accept insurance company estimates without first seeking legal advice. These are some of the most common mistakes made by car accident victims. You need think about preserving your legal rights from the moment the accident occurs. Follow the steps
