On behalf of Conlon Tarker, P.C. | Jun 9, 2020 | Blog, Car Accidents
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...
On behalf of Conlon Tarker, P.C. | Jun 9, 2020 | Blog, Car Accidents
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....
On behalf of Conlon Tarker, P.C. | Jun 3, 2020 | Car Accidents
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...
On behalf of Conlon Tarker, P.C. | May 27, 2020 | Blog, Car Accidents
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...
On behalf of Conlon Tarker, P.C. | May 12, 2020 | Car Accidents
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...
On behalf of Conlon Tarker, P.C. | May 7, 2020 | Car Accidents
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...
On behalf of Conlon Tarker, P.C. | Apr 29, 2020 | Car Accidents
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...
On behalf of Conlon Tarker, P.C. | Apr 9, 2020 | Car Accidents
While the streets of Butler and nearby communities – including Pittsburgh – are quieter these days, there is little doubt that we all look forward to a return of the bustling lives we had not very long ago. When normalcy returns, it will bring with it familiar...
On behalf of Conlon Tarker, P.C. | Mar 10, 2020 | Car Accidents
Whether you live downtown or prefer to stay in the country, everyone is a pedestrian at some point. It may be visiting shops on Main Street, running errands or just walking to your car. However, as a pedestrian, you are vulnerable in the event of an accident with a...
On behalf of Conlon Tarker, P.C. | Dec 12, 2019 | Car Accidents
Car accidents are a common occurrence on Pennsylvania roads, and they often happen when drivers fail to meet their duty of care to others. This can mean that they are unprepared to follow the rules of the road or that they are incapable of driving safely for a number...
