NHTSA Investigates Second Tesla Car Crash
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on July 12, 2016 in Car Accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating the second crash involving a Tesla vehicle with an Autopilot system. The NHTSA is trying to find out if the Autopilot system was in use at the time of the accident. While Tesla asserts there is no evidence to suggest Autopilot was in use at the […]
Read MoreMore Fatal Accidents Have Resulted from Speed Limit Increases
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on June 15, 2016 in Car Accidents
Rising speed limits throughout the country have caused the number of fatal traffic accidents to rise. From 1993 to 2013, increased speed limits led to an additional 33,000 traffic accident fatalities. In a recent study, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found that when states raised their maximum speed limits, accident fatalities also increased; […]
Read MoreSummer Marks the “100 Deadliest Days” for Teen Drivers
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on June 09, 2016 in Car Accidents
Memorial Day marked the beginning of what the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has taken to calling the “100 Deadliest Days” for teenage drivers. The newest results from an ongoing study are nothing short of alarming, proving that almost 60 percent of teen automobile accidents involve being distracted behind the wheel. There was also a […]
Read MoreLocal Law Enforcement Across Pennsylvania Take Part in Click It or Ticket Initiative
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on May 25, 2016 in Car Accidents
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and police agencies across the state have joined forces this month as part of the statewide Click it or Ticket initiative. From May 16th to June 5th, Pennsylvania police will conduct mobilized enforcement activities related to seatbelt safety, which will include Traffic Enforcement Zones and an increased patrol presence […]
Read MorePennsylvania Ranked 7th Most Dangerous State for Drunk Drivers
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on May 02, 2016 in Car Accidents
In a recent study, Pennsylvania was ranked number seven on the list of most dangerous states for drunk driving. Ranked first was North Dakota, followed by Montana, Idaho, Wisconsin, South Carolina and South Dakota. The report, issued by CarInsuranceComparison.com, revealed Midwestern and Western states are the most dangerous for drunk driving. The study’s director suggested […]
Read MoreTraffic Deaths in Pennsylvania Hit All-time Low
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on April 19, 2016 in Car Accidents
New information released by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) shows traffic-related deaths in the commonwealth were the second lowest in 88 years. Because car wrecks can cause serious injuries, loss of life and extensive property damage, this information is good news for Pennsylvania residents concerned about highway safety. According to PennDOT’s statistics, the lowest […]
Read MoreScott Cooper Fights to Increase Dangerously Low Auto Insurance Requirements at Recent Hearing
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on April 13, 2016 in Car Accidents
Many Pennsylvania motorists assume that having the minimum amount of auto insurance is the best way to stay compliant with state laws, while at the same time saving a considerable amount of money. But these drivers may not realize Pennsylvania’s state-approved minimums offer little financial benefit in the event of an accident. Additionally, many drivers […]
Read MoreDistracted Driving Awareness Month Helps Drivers Learn How to Avoid Distractions
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on April 08, 2016 in Car Accidents
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which is a special monthly designation aimed at reducing traffic accidents and fatalities caused by distracted driving. it is important to understand what safe driving entails and how to prevent distractions that result in deadly collisions and expensive property damage. A distraction is anything that prevents a driver from […]
Read MoreCars and Trucks Killing More and More Pedestrians Each Year
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on April 06, 2016 in Car Accidents
A new report by the Governor’s Highway Safety Association reveals there has been a rise in pedestrian fatalities. Ten more pedestrians died in 2015 due to trucks, motorcycles, SUVs and cars than in 2014. More alarming research reveals a 19 percent spike in pedestrian deaths between 2009 and 2014. The number of pedestrian deaths rose […]
Read MoreHistory of Falling Increases Risk of Auto Accidents for Older Drivers
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer on April 04, 2016 in Car Accidents
Elderly drivers who have experienced a fall have a 40 percent higher risk of causing or being involved in an automobile accident, as opposed to elderly drivers who have not fallen. For senior citizens, a fall can be very dangerous, resulting in serious injuries that hinder their ability to steer or react promptly to unexpected […]
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