Ryan Zavodnick | July 28, 2021 | Car Accidents
There are many consequences of car accidents. Physical injuries and financial losses are two of the most common types of damages by car crashes. However, emotional distress and psychological injuries are also common damages caused by car wrecks. Vehophobia is a fear of driving a motor vehicle. That fear can stem from a variety of […]
Ryan Zavodnick | July 8, 2021 | Car Accidents
Under Pennsylvania personal injury laws, you cannot hold another driver financially liable for damages unless you prove the other driver caused the car wreck. Therefore, you need to gather evidence that proves the other driver was to blame for the car crash. Sometimes, car damage can help prove fault for the cause of the car […]
Ryan Zavodnick | June 15, 2021 | Car Accidents
Under Pennsylvania insurance laws, there are certain restrictions on car accident lawsuits. One of them deals with how long you have to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party. The first step will be to determine if you have the right to sue the at-fault driver for certain damages. The next step would be calculating […]
Ryan Zavodnick | May 13, 2021 | Car Accidents
What do you prioritize when choosing a new vehicle? Do you search for a specific color, model, or feature? Or, are you more concerned about the vehicle’s price than other factors? For many people, safety is the top factor in choosing a vehicle. That is not surprising given that there were over 6.75 million traffic […]
Ryan Zavodnick | April 15, 2021 | Car Accidents
Whenever someone is involved in a car accident, there is a chance they sustain life-threatening injuries. Head-on collisions and rollover accidents have a high risk of traffic fatalities. However, any car crash could result in a traffic death. No one wants to consider that they may never return home when they get into a vehicle. […]
Ryan Zavodnick | March 31, 2021 | Car Accidents
Pennsylvania has a texting-and-driving law that makes it illegal to use an interactive device to send, read, or write messages while driving. The fine for a texting-and-driving ticket is $50 for each offense. But the costs of a texting ticket go beyond a fine. These costs range from increased insurance premiums to liability for any […]
Ryan Zavodnick | March 30, 2021 | Car Accidents
Combat veterans, crime victims, and disaster survivors can experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). But according to psychological studies, the leading cause of PTSD in the U.S. is car accidents. About 39% of accident survivors experience PTSD. This means that 6 million car accidents in the U.S. could produce over 2 million cases of PTSD annually. […]
Ryan Zavodnick | March 4, 2021 | Car Accidents
It can be frustrating when you can see the other driver’s eyes in your rearview mirror. But you should never be tempted to punish a tailgating driver. That can make the situation worse! Following too closely behind a car, commonly called tailgating, increases the risk of a rear-end collision. According to the National Highway Transportation […]
Ryan Zavodnick | February 1, 2021 | Car Accidents
The idea of being in a car accident during pregnancy is petrifying. Unfortunately, sometimes scary things happen. If you are pregnant, it is important to understand a few things about pregnancy and car accidents. By knowing the risks surrounding pregnancy and car accidents, an expectant mother can better protect herself and her growing baby. Here’s […]
Ryan Zavodnick | November 8, 2020 | Car Accidents
It can be a nerve-racking and stressful time when your teenager finally gets their license and is able to drive on their own. For many parents, the thought of releasing them into the world keeps them up at night. What if they get in a car accident? What if they get hurt? Obviously, one way […]
