Butler Personal Injury Law Blog
How businesses can prevent a slip and fall lawsuit
Business owners in Pennsylvania are expected to maintain a safe area for employees, customers and clients, and some of the things they must guard against are slip and fall accidents. Below are seven ways that they can lower the chances of such an accident occurring....
Drivers run higher risk in the countryside than on city roads
In Pennsylvania, as elsewhere in the US, it often turns out that rural roads pose a greater threat to driver safety than urban roads. Rural roads have narrower lanes and shoulders, for instance, making it hard to pass a vehicle. Head-on collisions are not uncommon on...
GHSA report: pedestrian fatalities go up in 2019
Pedestrian accidents are not rare in Butler, Pennsylvania. Let's say that you were in one yourself; you may be wondering if you can seek compensation from the driver's insurance company, and the answer will depend on who was at fault and to what degree. One thing is...
4 mistakes to watch out for after a bike accident
Nearly 80 million bicyclists in the U.S. share the road with motorized vehicles, according to the National Safety Council, and you may ride your bike regularly to commute, for exercise or to get around town. Although riding your bike is an excellent form of...
Ohio HP says majority of defect-related crashes due to older cars
More drivers in Pennsylvania are holding onto their older vehicles, and this is for a good reason. Many drivers do not have the income to purchase a new car, and cars can last for some 15 years and 300,000 miles. With an older car, though, owners are more likely to...
How to protect against a dog attack
Pennsylvania and most other states have rules designed to prevent dogs from attacking other people or animals. However, there is a chance that you will be confronted by a dog that is not properly restrained. There are many steps that you can take to prevent being...
Empty streets inspire reckless driving
All across the country, highway patrolmen are battling a new threat on the roads. Reckless driving is on the rise, despite traffic rates at an all-time low. Those on the road are doing more than pushing the pedal down a little further, too — officers frequently report...
Work zones can create hazards for Pennsylvania drivers
As construction season begins in Pennsylvania, new road hazards pop up overnight. Drivers must follow lower speed limits and keep an eye out for workers and moving equipment. Many motorists practice these precautions. Yet, others speed through work zones and increase...
Can drivers reduce the number of motorcycle accidents on Pennsylvania roads?
As the weather continues to heat up, more and more riders will pull their motorcycles out of winter storage. Unfortunately, while they are an exhilarating means of transportation, motorcycles are inherently dangerous and can be involved in horrific motor vehicle...
Is texting and driving illegal in Pennsylvania?
Phones have become more than a tool to talk to someone far away. With the advancement of smart phones, you can access tons of apps that allow you to do anything from set up a date with someone you’ve never met to watch the latest viral cat video. There are benefits...
