Brandon “Bam” Margera, star of the MTV show “Jackass,” was involved in a motor vehicle accident in Chester County, Pennsylvania, on Oct. 27. The accident was described as relatively minor, and the other motorist involved in the two-car accident reportedly became excited when he recognized Margera as a celebrity. The accident reportedly occurred while Margera’s […]
Tag: Motor Vehicle Accidents
Philadelphia To Vote On Bill Limiting Accident Report Access
Currently in Philadelphia, information relating to car accidents and car accident victims, including contact information, is accessible by the public. But soon, the city council will be voting on a bill that would limit access to police reports on Philadelphia motor vehicle accidents. Citing problems of insurance fraud and unlawful access, proponents of the bill […]
Minor Philadelphia Accident Ends In 13 Million Settlement
Sometimes motor vehicle accidents appear to be minor, but until the person sees a medical professional, there is no way to know how severe the injuries sustained in the accident really are. As one former Philadelphia police officer now knows, even a small accident can result in big damage. The 42-year-old police officer was on […]
14 Injured In Bus Crash On Pennsylvania Turnpike
It seems like every week there is a new bus accident in the eastern part of the country making headlines, which has raised questions as to the safety of the tour bus industry. This weekend, 14 people were injured when a Greyhound bus overturned on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in the central part of the state. […]
Are Kids Really Safest Being Driven By Grandparents
Older adults take a lot of heat for their driving abilities. But a new study suggests that driving like a “grandma” is a good thing when children are involved. The study, conducted by researchers at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, found that kids are likely safer when riding in a car driven by their grandparents […]
Car Crashes Through Philadelphia Burger King Injures 7
Imagine you are on your lunch break and in a rush. You stop in to the nearest fast food restaurant, order a burger and fries and sit down at an empty booth. Just as you reach for the last fry, a deafening sound of breaking glass and crunching metal surrounds you and you instinctively crouch […]
Heroes Rescue Boy From Burning Car In Highway Median
Today the Philadelphia Inquirer reported that a young boy is alive because of two local heroes who stopped to assist a burning vehicle on Interstate 295 in South Jersey. Both of the rescuers had been in their cars on their way home from work Monday evening when they spotted the fiery scene: a Honda sedan […]
Pennsylvania Bar That Served Ryan Dunn Wont Be Charged
Last week, we reported about the tragic car accident that took the life of West Chester, Pennsylvania native and MTV celebrity Ryan Dunn a week ago today. A passenger, who was a friend of the Jackass star and a former marine, was also killed in the accident. It was determined that speed and alcohol were […]
Tv Star Ryan Dunn Dies In Chester County Wreck
West Chester, Pennsylvania native Ryan Dunn, who was made famous for performing daredevil stunts in the MTV television series ‘Jackass’ was killed early this morning in a fiery car wreck that occurred in Chester County. The car accident happened shortly after 2:30 a.m. on westbound Route 322 close to the Pottstown exit, police said. Thirty-four-year-old […]
Philadelphia Boxing Brothers Hurt In Car Accident
Last week, it was reported that twin boxers, who were once the pride of Philadelphia in the sport, were seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident in Montgomery Township. Apparently, the 1996 Ford Explorer that Rock and Tiger Allen were driving was the only car involved. It was reported that Tiger Allen had been driving […]
Over 808 Car Accidents In Pennsylvania Over Memorial Day
Most of us have been in a fender bender at some point in our lives, the majority of which are not serious and result in only minor damage. Car accidents in Pennsylvania tend to be more common over holidays when there are more people traveling and therefore more cars on the road. This appears to […]
Deadly Pennsylvania Accident Cancels Crash Reduction Event
In a twist of tragic irony, the location where Washington County, Pennsylvania, law enforcement and transportation officials planned to commence a campaign promoting safe driving became the scene of a fatal accident involving four semi-trucks. The accident occurred late Thursday night near the entrance ramp at the Welcome Center on Interstate 70, just outside of […]