A 53-year-old Pennsylvania man faces a raft of charges including a felony count of leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in serious injury or death for allegedly striking a man as he was driving to his State College residence and then leaving him in the road...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Police in Pennsylvania make arrest in fatal hit-and-run case
Police departments tend to conduct thorough investigations when road users lose their lives in hit-and-run accidents. The Pennsylvania State Police launched such an investigation in April 2020 after an accident in Penn Township, and it led to a felony charge for a...
What to do if you’re in an accident while traveling
Getting into an accident while you're traveling can be scary and frustrating. If you get into an accident while traveling in Pennsylvania, it's important to stay calm as you take the following steps. Figure out the state laws first If you get into an accident while...
What could happen when a car hits a wall?
Car crashes happen with alarming frequency in Pennsylvania, and the crashes may involve more than one vehicle hitting another. A car might crash into a wall, which could lead to horrible injuries. The physics of a car crash reveal the tremendous amount of energy and...
What bicyclists should know about dooring accidents
Each year, more than 48,000 undergraduate and graduate students attend Penn State’s University Park campus. Many of those students rely on their bicycles to get around campus and around town. Unfortunately, one of the biggest accident risks bicyclists face are dooring...
Reviewing the leading causes of car crashes involving teens
If you recently obtained your driver's license or you are the parent of a teen who just started to drive, it is crucial to understand the risks on the road and take steps to reduce the likelihood of a crash. Sadly, many teen lives are turned upside down due to motor...
4 common reasons for serious vehicle-pedestrian collisions
Parents visiting Penn State for a weekend of football and get-togethers with their children usually spend a good deal of time walking on and near campus. Visitors must be especially mindful of walking in unfamiliar areas. Here are four common reasons for serious...
Motorcycle accidents and severe scarring
If you enjoy riding a motorcycle, the risk of an accident is always present when you are on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 4,985 people died in motorcycle crashes during 2018. When a collision occurs, many different...
Know the Pennsylvania laws for teen drivers
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, more Americans ages 16 to 24 die in auto accidents than from any other cause. In response to this issue, the state has established special guidelines for young drivers. Review the Pennsylvania restricted...
Red-light traffic fatalities reach a 10-year high
When you pull up to a stoplight in Pennsylvania, you may notice other motorists using their phones, talking to other passengers or otherwise not paying attention to the road. This is a common problem across Pennsylvania, and so much so that the state ranks ninth in...