Blog: Car Accident

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Apr 6, 2016

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and a great time to underscore the staggering statistics associated with distracted driving in the United States. More than 3,000 people were killed and 431,000 were injured in auto accidents involving distracted drivers in 2014 alone. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 10 percent of all drivers between the ages of 15 and 19 who were involved in fatal crashes were reported as distracted at the...

Car Accidents: What if The Police Report Is Wrong?

Apr 4, 2016

Police reports can be a great benefit to motor vehicle crash victims, as they authoritatively describe the accident scene. In addition to documenting the parties involved, a police report will likely provide information about vehicle damage, injuries, and how the accident may have happened. If a person files an insurance claim or car accident lawsuit, the police report is one of the first pieces of documentary evidence that attorneys and insurance adjusters will review. While it’s...

Living with Traumatic Brain Injury after a Motor Vehicle Accident

Mar 16, 2016

After broken bones, lacerations and other visible auto accident injuries heal, a serious head injury can continue to impact a person’s mental and emotional health for years to come. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects millions of people every year, and many cases are linked to automobile-related incidents. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that motor vehicle crashes were the third overall leading cause of TBI cases that occurred in...

Crash Safety: New and Proposed Auto Safety Standards

Mar 11, 2016

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) are once again raising the standards for motor vehicle safety. Among the changes to improve crashworthiness are tougher requirements for achieving the coveted IIHS Top Safety Pick+ designation, as well as an improved safety rating system proposed by the NHTSA to begin with 2019 model year vehicles. How Has Top Safety Pick+ Changed? Requirements for both Top Safety Pick and TSP+ “…...

Steps To Take After a Rental Car Accident

Mar 8, 2016

Rental car accidents can get complicated quickly, especially when they involve injuries and other drivers. The ease in obtaining compensation depends largely on how the rental is covered by insurance. Below are a few points to know about insurance coverage and accident claims before you rent a vehicle. Speak to an experienced Philadelphia car accident lawyer now for more information about steps to take following a rental car crash. Does my personal car insurance cover my rental? Chances...

Possible Factors Contributing to Seat Belt Failure

Mar 7, 2016

Wearing a seat belt is the most effective thing vehicle occupants can do to protect themselves in the event of a collision. Seat belts save thousands of lives every year – in fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that buckling up saved more than 62,000 lives between 2008 and 2012. It’s no wonder seat belt use in the United States reached 88.5 percent in 2015. Unfortunately, the effectiveness of a seat belt in...

The Surprising Liability of Carpooling: What Parents Should Know

Mar 2, 2016

Arranging a carpool to get the kids to and from school and activities can be a huge timesaver for parents, not to mention the environmental benefits. Before agreeing to transport other people’s children, however, it’s extremely important to take a look at your car insurance to ensure your family is protected. Click here for more crash statistics and to speak to our expert Philadelphia car crash attorneys at Anapol Weiss. Drivers can be sued for acting...

Employers Can Save Lives by Adopting a Safe Driving Policy

Feb 29, 2016

A recent Legal Intelligencer article underscored important reasons employers should adopt a mandatory distracted driving policy. Inspired by a presentation given by firm Shareholder Joel Feldman, Jessica L. Mazzeo, a member of the board of directors of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrations, was moved to discuss the unavoidable distractions that come with our everyday technologies. “Responding to emails or text messages while preoccupied is something that has become second nature for all...

Preventing Accidents at Night

Feb 24, 2016

Many people have difficulty seeing well in the dark. Combined with bright lights, reflections and other obstructions, driving at night can be very dangerous. Unsurprisingly, the passenger vehicle occupant fatality rate at night is about three times higher than during the day. For more crash statistics and information on preventing accidents at night, speak with our award-winning Philadelphia car accident lawyers. Glare is one of the primary hazards of driving at night, as it causes discomfort and reduces...

Child Passenger Safety: What You Need to Know

Feb 24, 2016

Motor vehicle injuries are a leading cause of death among children in the United States. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has estimated that more than 600 children ages 12 years and younger died and more than 127,000 were injured as occupants in motor vehicle crashes in 2013. Many of these deaths can be prevented, however. Age- and size-appropriate car seats, booster seats and seat belts reduce the risk of injury when...