Category: Motor Vehicle Accidents

A 53-year-old Pennsylvania man faces a raft of charges including a felony count of leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in serious injury or death for allegedly striking a man as he was driving to his State College residence and then leaving him in the road to die. According to media reports, the

Police departments tend to conduct thorough investigations when road users lose their lives in hit-and-run accidents. The Pennsylvania State Police launched such an investigation in April 2020 after an accident in Penn Township, and it led to a felony charge for a 53-year-old man. Accident investigators determined that a Honda Pilot SUV struck a 23-year-old

If you recently obtained your driver’s license or you are the parent of a teen who just started to drive, it is crucial to understand the risks on the road and take steps to reduce the likelihood of a crash. Sadly, many teen lives are turned upside down due to motor vehicle wrecks, which occur

Parents visiting Penn State for a weekend of football and get-togethers with their children usually spend a good deal of time walking on and near campus. Visitors must be especially mindful of walking in unfamiliar areas. Here are four common reasons for serious accidents that occur between motor vehicles and pedestrians. Intersection accidents Signaled crosswalks

If you enjoy riding a motorcycle, the risk of an accident is always present when you are on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 4,985 people died in motorcycle crashes during 2018. When a collision occurs, many different consequences often arise for victims, from broken bones to brain trauma and financial hardships resulting

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, more Americans ages 16 to 24 die in auto accidents than from any other cause. In response to this issue, the state has established special guidelines for young drivers. Review the Pennsylvania restricted license laws with your child before he or she starts driving. Learner’s permit Pennsylvania teens can apply

When you pull up to a stoplight in Pennsylvania, you may notice other motorists using their phones, talking to other passengers or otherwise not paying attention to the road. This is a common problem across Pennsylvania, and so much so that the state ranks ninth in the nation in terms of the number of people

As technology continues to play a bigger role in new vehicles today, many features focus on improving safety for drivers and others on the road. Consumers may add things like forward collision warning systems, lane-keeping assistance features and more to their new car, truck or sport utility vehicle purchases. When it comes to accident prevention,

Pedestrians are inherently vulnerable in Pennsylvania and across the nation. This is especially true for certain segments of society including the elderly and college students like those in State College. When there is a collision between an automobile and a pedestrian, it is almost a given that the person who is not protected by a