A fatal car accident occurred in Fayette County when a vehicle crossed over the center line. Police believe speeding to be a contributing factor. The accident occurred late on September 3rd, when the driver of a vehicle traveling at high speeds lost control on Connellsville Street in North Union. Police reported that the driver … Read More »
A product defect is not always a slam-dunk in an accident lawsuit
Posted On: September 6, 2016 | Categorized as: Product LiabilityA recent verdict in favor of General Motor Co. serves as an important reminder that a car accident lawsuit still requires the plaintiff, or crash victim, to meet his or her burden of proof. In a civil trial alleging negligence, that means that the victim must present evidence that persuades the jury by a preponderance … Read More »
Uptick in fatal traffic crashes could mean a dangerous Labor Day
Posted On: September 6, 2016 | Categorized as: Motor Vehicle AccidentsWith the approaching Labor Day holiday, a recently issued traffic warning by the National Safety Council should be heeded. Specifically, the council warns that the coming three-day holiday weekend might result in the most fatal crashes since 2008. Given the increasing safety features of cars, such as antilock brakes, driver and passenger airbags, blind spot … Read More »
General Motors to Release New Technology to Save Children from Being Left in Cars
Posted On: August 19, 2016 | Categorized as: NewsGeneral Motors (GM) has created a new feature for their vehicles in hopes of preventing children from being left in cars. The technology works similar to a seatbelt alarm. Upon exiting the vehicle, an alarm will go off with a message that says to check the back seat. The feature will come standard in all … Read More »
There should be no qualifications to distracted driving bans
Posted On: August 15, 2016 | Categorized as: Car AccidentsDo teen drivers distinguish between different types of smartphone use? According to one commentator, distracted driving may be viewed as a slippery slope, rather than a bright line. When asked about the most dangerous or distracting driving behavior in a Liberty Mutual poll, the top two responses were drunk driving and texting and driving, at … Read More »
