While a fatal car accident may take place at almost any time of day or season, certain times of the day or year seem to play a part in an increase in these fatalities. The National Safety Council notes that many fatal crashes happen on weekends, and a peak in...

When thinking about car accident injuries, many people picture broken bones, bruises and muscle sprains. Although those are common injuries, another common one that not many people consider is a brain injury. Brain injuries range in severity. A mild one often results...

If you have ever been the victim of a serious fall or car accident, you may have experienced a concussion or brain injuries. Traumatic brain injuries are rather common to those who have been in an accident. In fact, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention...

Drivers throughout Pennsylvania and across the United States may lose their patience when navigating the roadways. Whether they are late for an important meeting or rushing home from work, getting angry while behind the wheel is not uncommon. In fact, more than 80% of...

You have probably heard about how drowsiness increases the chance of an automobile collision. But aside from the risk of falling asleep behind the wheel, just how does drowsiness affect your ability to drive? Even if you could stay awake, excessive fatigue can still...

No matter what type of vehicle they're in, one of the most dangerous things that any driver can do is to run a stop sign. If it's a four-way stop, someone else may be driving or turning through the intersection after coming to a stop themselves. If it's a two-way...

If you were involved in a car crash, you likely focused on your physical injuries first. That's only natural. However, as those are treated, you may start to realize that the crash has impacted you psychologically as well. It's not uncommon for drivers, passengers and...

One thing that people should remember about car crashes is that they're not always fatal right away. If a victim is badly injured, they may survive for many days or even weeks following the crash before they pass away. This is common when brain injuries or spinal cord...

This year, traditions like haunted houses and bobbing for apples may be off the calendar for you and your children. However, plenty of families are still putting on masks and heading out for trick-or-treating. Here in Pittsburgh, trick-or-treat hours in all...

With fewer hours of daylight as we move through autumn, more drivers find themselves commuting to and from work in partial or total darkness. That can make it even more challenging to stay awake and alert. If you're visiting our blog because you've already been...