New Study Sheds Light on Cellphones and Car Accidents

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A new research study has findings indicated that distracted drivers were the cause behind two-thirds of crashes. Although this is not a new finding on its own from the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, the researchers did identify an additional element that could impact crash likelihood: emotions. The Impact of Emotional Distractions While Driving The research…

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When Can a Car Insurance Company Rightfully Deny My Claim?

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When you have been involved in a Pennsylvania car accident it is common to reach out to your insurance company as soon as possible after the accident has happened. This is not only a good idea so that you can begin the process of protecting yourself and filing an official claim, but it is also…

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Should I Take Cash at the Scene of a Car Accident?

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In An Accident & Now Have to Deal With The Insurance Company If you’ve ever been hit by someone while driving and heard that unfortunate crunch sound, you know what it feels like to realize that you’ve just been in a car accident. This means getting involved in what can be seen as a process…

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What's the Link Between Marijuana Use and Fatal Car Accidents?

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It comes as no surprise to most people that marijuana is a hot topic in the news in recent years. But one thing that many people have not paid proper attention to despite all this coverage of marijuana issues and legalization, is the fact that the number of fatal car accidents across the country involving…

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Crawford County Rollover on Route 98

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Slick surfaces resulted in a rollover early on December 9 in the Cox Road area of Crawford County. The driver lost control, went into a ditch, flipped and travelled another 30 feet before coming to rest. The driver was able to exit the vehicle and refused medical treatment. Unfortunately, accidents like this are all too…

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Passenger Dead in Erie Rollover Accident

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A recent rollover accident on Wattsburg road in Millcreek Township claimed the life of a male passenger. The female driver was ejected from the car and transported to the hospital in critical condition. In a single car accident if a passenger is injured rather than killed, a third party claim can be made against the…

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Erie Police On The Lookout For Aggressive Drivers

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Aggressive Driving is the primary cause of highway car accidents and fatal wrecks, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). In light of this fact, Erie police are going to be cracking down on aggressive drivers for the next month or so. Anyone suspected of aggressive behavior will be stopped and questioned, and  of…

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