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- Information coming to light regarding deadly bus accident
Jan 11, 2013
Last week we wrote a post on the tragic fatal accident that occurred in Oregon in late December. Since then, new information has come to light regarding the matter which has led the United States to ban the bus company from operating in the country. It reportedly has a history of violating Department of Transportation regulations. Mi Joo Tour & Travel Ltd., which is based in Vancouver, Canada, has been accused of additional violations related...Read More - Prison sentence for tow truck driver who caused fatal crash
Jan 9, 2013
The powers that be in the state of Pennsylvania take car accidents that result in injuries to individuals very seriously. Accordingly, in some cases it is possible that the person responsible for the accident will find themselves facing criminal charges. A tow truck driver from the Pittsburgh area is facing that reality. The driver, a 51-year-old man, was driving his truck on Penn Hills last May when it crossed over into oncoming traffic. When this...Read More - Baby sleepers recalled for risk of mold
Jan 9, 2013
Parents throughout the Pittsburgh area will likely want to take note. Another children's product has been recalled for dangers it potentially poses to babies using it. It is possible that the product, Fisher-Price's Newborn Rock 'N Play Sleeper, could develop pockets of mold. The mold could cause the babies to develop infections and possibly experience other respiratory issues. The recall was issues by Fisher-Price. The sleeper is described as a metal frame which holds a...Read More - Too much anesthesia brings brain damage to teen mom
Jan 9, 2013
Many Pennsylvania parents know how hard it is to see their own child go through labor. When everything does not go smoothly, it can be even more trying. In one case, a girl had complications during her labor and received anesthesia so the baby could be delivered Caesarian, and the medication error led to a disabling level of brain damage to the young woman and an increased responsibility for her family to care for her...Read More - First-time DUI drivers may face ignition interlocks
Jan 9, 2013
Vehicle operators in Pittsburgh and elsewhere convicted of drunk driving may face required installation of special ignition interlock devices following a recommendation made by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The NTSB has been joined by AAA in calling for interlock installations. When the devices detect and measure intoxication levels that exceed legal limits, the vehicles will not start. These devices are called "alcohol-ignition interlocks." The vehicle will not start until the driver breathes into...Read More - Cellphone use among pedestrians cause for concern
Jan 8, 2013
In recent years, much attention has been given to the dangers associated with distracted driving. Researchers have linked distracting behaviors such as texting while driving with an increase in car accidents. As a result many states, including Ohio, have banned texting while driving. It turns out; however, that cellphones may be just as distracting and dangerous to pedestrians. Results of a new study published in the Journal of Injury Prevention; show that one in three...Read More - Teen drivers often participate in risky driving behavior over holiday
Jan 4, 2013
Drunk driving is an issue for drivers of all ages throughout the New Castle area at all times of the year. While it is true that impaired drivers take to the road each and every day of the year, New Year's Eve is by far one of the worst when it comes to the activity. According to a recent study, this is particularly true when it comes to teen drivers. The survey which, was conducted...Read More - Risk of fire leads Subaru to issue recall
Jan 4, 2013
People throughout the Pittsburgh area rely upon vehicles to get them from one place to another. Few of those people think about all of the parts that have been put together to make the vehicle work. With so many parts, there is always the possibility that certain parts will be defective of not work the way they were intended. These auto defects commonly lead to recalls. Yet another car maker has issued a recall of...Read More - Bus accident claims lives of 9
Jan 4, 2013
Tour buses play an important role for groups of people in Pittsburgh, and beyond, who are interesting in travelling from one location to another usually at an economical price. In addition, some tourists find the mode of transportation appealing because it allows passengers to take in passing scenery and make desired stops along the way. Unfortunately, as is the case with any type of motor vehicle, tour buses can be involved in accidents that result...Read More - Information on car accidents over Christmas holiday released
Jan 4, 2013
While perhaps not the most deadly holiday to be on the roads driving, Christmas is one of the times of the year when car accidents occur. Pennsylvania State Police recently provided statistics regarding the matter. This year the holiday spanned from Dec. 21 to the end of the day Dec. 25. Compared to the numbers in 2011, more deaths, injuries and accidents occurred in 2012. This year there were a total of 1,336 accidents compared...Read More