Blog: Car Accidents

Motorists endangered by counterfeit air bags

Oct 22, 2012

Over the past two weeks, the American public has been inspired to panic, albeit mildly. On October 10, the Obama Administration warned motorists that in the event of car accidents, the air bags installed in their vehicles to protect them may either fail to inflate or may cause them physical harm. Essentially, a quarter of a million vehicles are at risk for containing counterfeit air bags manufactured in China. Specifically, motorists who have replaced their...

Commercial trucking industry aims to educate teen drivers

Oct 18, 2012

The week of Oct. 14-20 has been declared Operation Safe Driver Week. As such, and in an effort to prevent truck accidents, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance along with law enforcement officials around the country are calling on all drivers to employ safe driving practices. Unsafe driving behaviors related to speeding, aggressive driving and distracted driving are contributing factors in nearly 90 percent of car and truck accidents. Accidents involving large commercial vehicles are especially...

Tips on how to observe National Teen Driver Safety Week

Oct 17, 2012

Each day drivers of all ages take to the roads to get from one place to another. Some of the individuals behind the wheel are teens. As most people are aware, not all of the actions taken by drivers of this age are the result of what can be considered good choices. These bad choices can lead to motor vehicle accidents. While many car accidents are not serious, others are and can lead to catastrophic...

Tour bus company and driver face mounting lawsuits

Oct 11, 2012

Accidents involving tour buses and other types of commercial vehicles often impact large numbers of individuals. A trail is currently underway related to the negligent actions of one tour bus driver who crashed the tour bus he was driving, killing 13 people aboard and injuring an additional 15. The accident happened in March of 2011 when the tour bus was returning from a casino trip. Traveling as speeds upwards of 80 miles per hour, the...

Port Authority van involved in chain-reaction crash

Oct 10, 2012

Vehicles used for mass transit play an important role for many in communities throughout the nation. In Pittsburgh the Port Authority provides that service for residents in the area, transporting people to various locations. Because there are often many people in one of these vehicles at any given time, when they are involved in an accident, the outcome can be devastating. Drivers of Port Authority are charged with keeping their passengers safe. One way in...

School bus in rollover accident renews seat belt debate

Oct 3, 2012

Many individuals who have been involved in a rollover accident recall it being a terrifying event. Motor vehicle rollover accidents often result in those involved sustaining various injuries. The likelihood of individuals who are involved in rollover accidents sustaining serious or even fatal injuries are dramatically increased when the vehicle's occupants are not wearing seat belts. Ohio residents were recently reminded of the dangers associated with rollover accidents when news of a school bus accident...

Couple injured in dump truck accident awarded $10 million

Sep 26, 2012

Accidents involving commercial vehicles often result in serious and even fatal injuries. Due to their great size and considerable weight, owners and drivers of commercial vehicles such as busses, construction trucks and dump trucks must follow strict safety procedures. A couple, who was injured in a motor vehicle accident involving a dump truck, was recently awarded more than $10 million by a jury. The accident occurred when a dump truck driver lost control of the...

Parents be aware, your children are paying attention

Sep 26, 2012

As the parents of teens in the Pittsburgh area are likely all too aware, at times talking to their teenagers can feel like talking to a wall. The desire for many of that age to assert their independence often makes it seem as though they are not paying any attention to their parents. According to a recent study conducted regarding teen driving habits, they are paying at least a little attention, in the case of...

Ohio high schools take steps to educate teen drivers

Sep 21, 2012

Each year, thousands of individuals across the United States are involved in motor vehicle accidents caused by inattentive or distracted driving. Many of those injured or killed in car accidents stemming from distracted driving are teenagers. In an effort to educate teens on safe driving practices, Ohio officials recently announced a new driver safety program called "You Are In Control". The program was created in partnership between the Ohio High School Athletic Association and the...

Former Pittsburgh professor hurt in car accident

Sep 7, 2012

A retired University of Pittsburgh professor was injured after being struck in the growing number of car accidents involving bicycles. While riding in Highland Park, the professor was hit by a speeding vehicle. A long-standing family friend witnessed the aftermath and expressed her worry and concern after viewing the wreckage. Noting that the retired professor would have been cycling home at that time, the friend commented that "it's just so sad. Local police took the...