Allentown Pennsylvania Personal Injury Law Blog
Don’t do the following when making a car insurance claim
A motor vehicle accident can change your life in an instant. Not only is your health and well-being at risk, but the same also holds true of your finances.Making a car insurance claim is easier said than done, as you must keep a close eye on everything your provider...
Seat belt use is up overall, but down for teens
We have all heard the phrase "click-it or ticket." It has been a nationwide movement for years to increase seat belt use, and therefore, safety.People remember to buckle up before heading out on the road much more than they used to even 20 years ago. But there is...
New device could help increase diagnoses of brain injuries
After a serious accident, it is fairly easy to detect physical injuries. They are visible and often extremely painful.However, internal injuries--such as head or brain injuries--can be more of a challenge. The symptoms might not appear right away. This can lead to...
Should you pay more for full-tort insurance coverage?
Every state has its own approach to car insurance, which can make it very confusing for people to understand the basics of how these policies work. How much coverage do you need? Which riders are really necessary to protect you? With contracts that take up many pages,...
Know the warning signs that a dog might bite
Warm weather sends many Allentown residents into the outdoors to enjoy recreational activities, such as running or biking. In this weather, many pet owners let their dogs out in the yard to roam and enjoy the outdoors as well. Usually, people and dogs can coexist...
Could relaxed truck drive time rules put Pennsylvanians at risk?
Recently, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced that they plan to ease up on some of their strict driving time regulations. For many truck drivers, this seems like good news. However, reducing these regulations could put other motorists on Pennsylvania roads...
Summer camp injuries: What parents must know
Summer camp is a good way to keep children from feeling that slump in the middle of their summer vacation. It also gives working parents a break from finding all-day childcare services or taking off of work.However, children also face a significant risk of suffering a...
Keeping the family safe at the pool this summer
Taking the kids to the pool can be a fun and popular activity during the warm summer months. It keeps kids active on the hottest days of the year.However, there are several risks that parents should be aware of when they take their family to the pool, and a fun day at...
Why are the summer months so dangerous for drivers?
Most Pennsylvanians might consider the winter months of ice and snow to be the most dangerous for drivers. However, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that July through September are actually some of the deadliest months on the...
Why bikes shouldn’t go on the sidewalks
The way that some drivers treat cyclists, you'd think that they wish that all the bikes would just get off of the roads. Many cyclists attempt to do just that by riding up on the sidewalk.Here's the thing: This is often illegal and always dangerous. Sidewalks are...
