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. […]
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4 Pennsylvania Teens Killed In Chesco Car Crash
Fourth of July weekend is notorious for being dangerous for Pennsylvania teens behind the wheel. Sadly, this year proved no different after four teens were killed in a car accident in Chester County early Sunday. Police have said the “excessive speed” was a factor in the deadly crash, which occurred on Route 82 just north […]
Use Caution With Fireworks This Fourth Of July
The Fourth of July is this weekend, which means that many people will be celebrating the holiday with fireworks of all kinds. This week, the Philadelphia Inquirer ran an interesting story reminding people to be safe while using fireworks or just leave it to professionals. The Philadelphia Inquirer discussed an accident involving fireworks that happened […]
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 […]
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 […]
Pennsylvania Motorcycle Helmet Law Could Return
At one point in time it was illegal to ride a motorcycle in Pennsylvania without a helmet. The law, after motorcycle enthusiasts fought tooth and nail, was repealed in 2003; however, a state lawmaker from the western Pennsylvania hopes to revive it. The representative is expected to reintroduce the bill, officially known as House Bill […]
Elderly Pennsylvania Woman Charged In Pedestrian Death
A pedestrian accident in Montgomery County has left a 26-year-old woman dead and a 76-year-old woman facing charges after police say that the older woman hit the younger woman with her vehicle as she was walking and then left the scene. The accident occurred on April 27 in Upper Providence, Pennsylvania, and the Philadelphia Inquirer […]
Pennsylvania Man Rescued After Being Trapped In Aggregate Pit
Yesterday, a workplace accident occurred when a Pennsylvania man became stuck in a stone pit in Union County, New Jersey, where he stayed for two hours before being rescued by emergency rescue workers. Luckily, the man did not appear to have any serious injuries, police said. Reportedly, the 55-year-old from Easton, Pennsylvania, was working at […]
Fatal Motorcycle Accidents On Rise In Pennsylvania
It probably seems like every time you fill up your tank with gas you cringe as the money you owe has once again increased. And this is something that is not expected to change anytime soon as the price of gas is expected steadily increase throughout the summer. Not surprisingly, with the rising gas prices […]
Proposed Bill Seeks To Tackle Brain Injuries In Young Athletes
Brain injuries can have effects that manifest themselves in many different ways, depending on the severity of the injury and the area of the brain affected. Some of the most common ways to develop brain injuries are through accidents, sports injuries, and assaults. Sadly, brain injuries are often life changing and can lead to cognitive […]