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A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that can occur after a car accident. It happens when the head receives a sudden jolt or blow, causing the brain to move rapidly back and forth. If you suffered a concussion after a car accident, it can be mild and produce temporary symptoms. It can...

When officials increase speed limits on highways, more car accidents often (but not always) occur, according to a recent study. "Our study analyzed before-and-after data on a dozen roadways that raised or lowered posted speed limits and found no one-size-fits-all answer regarding the impact of these changes," said Dr. David Yang, president and executive director...

Serious and fatal pedestrian accident rates are soaring across the U.S. According to early estimates, drivers hit and killed more than 7,500 pedestrians last year. That's a 41-year high. West Virginia bucks national trend Since 2019, deadly pedestrian crash rates have increased by about 27%-30% in Pennsylvania and Ohio. Meanwhile, West Virginia has one of...

Learn the dangers of summer driving and accidents caused by teen drivers. Every year, car accidents involving teen drivers occur more frequently during the summer months, as evidenced by comprehensive car accident statistics and traffic safety studies aimed at reducing fatalities in this demographic. Referred to as the "100 Deadliest Days," the period from Memorial...

May is recognized as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, an important time to put the spotlight on the vulnerability of bikers and understand the severe, life-changing injuries that frequently affect riders in motorcycle accidents. The toll of these injuries can be devastating, from broken bones and spinal cord injuries to traumatic brain injuries and road rash....

Distracted drivers often cause serious & fatal car accidents Distracted driving is a serious problem in the Tri-State Area of Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio, and it's important to raise awareness about the issue during National Distracted Driver Awareness Month this April. Any activity that takes your attention away from the road can be considered...

Lawyers representing car accident injury victims in OH, PA, and WV explain Car accidents caused by drivers under the influence of alcohol or other drugs remain a serious problem nationwide, according to a recent study conducted by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). "Alcohol-impaired driving is involved in nearly one in three traffic fatalities, and...

With 65 fewer deaths, driving on U.S. roads during the first nine months of 2022 was slightly less dangerous than the same time span a year earlier, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) But while any reduction in traffic fatalities is welcome news, the executive director of the GHSA says there is an...

Ohio Upgrades Anti-Distracted Driving Law But Does Not Address Hands-Free Device Risks Distracted driving has become a major problem in the Tri-State area and on U.S. roadways everywhere. A lack of driver focus contributes to thousands of severe and fatal car accidents every year. In 2020, more than 3,000 individuals died due to distracted driving,...

Poll reveals most Americans admit to drowsy driving despite knowing the risks. Getting behind the wheel of a car when you're tired can be just as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Unfortunately, far too many drivers do it anyway, putting themselves and others at risk of getting injured in a...