Many in Pennsylvania assume property owners remain responsible for any incidents on their land regarding premises liability. Yet this presumes people exercise control over predictable and unforeseen events involving visitors they may not even know are on their...
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How can a TBI change your personal ties?
A crash can alter many aspects of your life. Everything from your emotional and mental health to your physical wellness and even your finances can suffer from the impact. Even your behavioral health and relationships may suffer. When it comes to alterations to your...
Slip and fall hazards during autumn and winter weather
As the temperatures drop, business owners need to take additional steps to ensure that customers will be safe on their premises. Autumn and winter offer unique hazards and people need to make sure that they mitigate as many of them as possible. Autumn is usually the...
Be on the lookout for deer while you are driving
Fall has finally arrived in Pennsylvania. As everyone gears up for the holidays and prepares their vehicles for winter weather, it is also an excellent time to remember that this is deer season. They always begin moving well before the actual arrival of gun season,...
How can you prevent drowsy driving?
Fatigue is a danger on the roadways. You may experience drowsiness for various reasons, including long work hours, a new baby or hanging out too late. According to the NHTSA, nearly 700 people died in 2019 due to drowsy driving. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent...
How can businesses prevent slipping hazards?
Businesses in Pennsylvania should uphold a basic maintenance schedule that allows them to create a safe and functional space for you to shop. Negligence and overlooked hazards can substantially increase your risks of slipping and falling. Knowing what to expect from...
Why are young people susceptible to distracted driving?
In the U.S, eight people die every day because of a distracted driver. While distracted driving affects everyone, teenagers between 15 and 19 years old have a higher likelihood of distracted driving. What is distracted driving? Any action that takes your eyes, hands...
How can drivers protect pedestrians?
Walking is a great form of exercise, and it also allows us to enjoy Ohio's beautiful fall weather. For all its benefits, walking is also hazardous when motorists do not pay sufficient attention. While both motorists and pedestrians must follow certain rules and...
What is inattentional blindness?
Drivers need to have a certain skill set to maintain their safety on the road. For a driver of any age or experience level, the ability to multitask ranks near the top. If you cannot do this, you risk getting into more crashes than an average driver. Thus, you should...
Back-to-school safe driving tips
With the end of summer, Pennsylvania residents are getting back into their school-day routines. This process can often take some getting used to with new rules and new parents hitting the pick-up lanes. Follow these tips to ensure fewer motor vehicle accidents during...