Motorcycle passengers are much more vulnerable than a passenger of a vehicle.
There are no safety belts or airbags to keep them safe. Their safety depends on the experience and driving skills of the motorcycle driver.
When a passenger is involved in a motorcycle accident, they have the right to file a claim against any party that was at fault, even if it is the driver of the motorcycle you were a passenger on. As a passenger you do not have to prove...Painter Dies from Electrocution While Painting a Power Tower.
A painter has died after he struck live wires while painting a power tower.
The man was working in Mahoning Township, Lawrence County on Monday afternoon.
First responders believe the man climbed to high while painting and touched live power wires causing him to be electrocuted.
His coworkers tried to reach him but could feel the electrical charges and were unable to safely help him. The man was left unconscious 75 feet in the air until the electricity...
After you have been involved in an accident, it is normal to have a lot of questions and concerns.
In Pennsylvania, one common cause of accidents is unsafe or careless lane changes.
Multi-lane roads, traffic and high speeds can all attribute to unsafe lane changes.
When an unsafe lane change occurs, there is sometimes little you can do to avoid them.
There are many reasons an unsafe or careless lane change can occur, and the outcome will ultimately...
Distracted driving is illegal in many states including Pennsylvania, yet it is still an ongoing issue.
At this time, drivers in Pennsylvania are allowed to talk on a cell phone either by using a handheld or a hands-free device. However, no drivers are allowed to text and drive.
According to PennDOT, Pennsylvania's Texting-While-Driving Ban, is a law that prohibits drivers from using a cell phone to send, read or write a text message while driving.
This...
Workers’ Compensation was created to protect employees and employers in the event of a work-related accident. Workers’ comp allows the employee to receive medical treatment as well as seek compensation for any wages lost due to a work-related injury. An employee can consult with a workers’ compensation attorney to file a comprehensive claim.
When to Pursue a Third-Party Claim
Under Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation laws, employer-provided insurance...