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What Are Crumple Zones and How Do They Work?

Published on Jul 11, 2022 in car accidents.

Crumple zones are an important safety design that limit car accident injuries and reduce the number of vehicular fatalities. While a crushed crumple zone might make the aftermath of an accident look especially severe, it is more likely an indication that a vehicle performed as designed. Drivers and passengers alike are more likely to survive […]

5 Social Media Tips to Follow Post-Crash

Published on Jun 16, 2022 in car accidents.

Many of us have grown accustomed to sharing almost every aspect of our lives on social media. It therefore shouldn’t come as a surprise that you or someone else would want to tell others if you were involved in a Williamsport car crash. Although many people do it, some things just aren’t necessary or appropriate […]

How Does Leaving the Scene of a Crash Impact Liability?

Published on Apr 26, 2022 in car accidents.

Pennsylvania state law is clear—you cannot leave the scene of a motor vehicle accident without first completing certain actions as required by law. However, it can be difficult to think clearly and rationally after being involved in an accident. In the confusion immediately following a collision, some people might act in ways that they would […]

How Does Alcohol Affect Reaction Time While Driving?

Published on Jan 31, 2022 in car accidents.

While driving, you must always be ready to react to anything that happens. A quick reaction time is vital to preventing accidents. When someone is driving under the influence of alcohol, their reaction time is affected. Lowered reaction times increase the likelihood of a car accident. Read on to learn more about how alcohol can […]

Who Has the Right of Way in a Traffic Circle?

Published on Jan 31, 2022 in car accidents.

While driving is a necessary part of almost everyone’s life, about 1 in 57 people are involved in traffic crashes per year according to data collected by Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation in 2019. Not surprisingly, though, a little over ¼ of those involve a vehicle at an intersection or while taking a turn.

Trucker substance abuse violations on the rise

Published on Nov 23, 2021 in car accidents, truck accidents.

Commercial truck drivers across Pennsylvania and the rest of the nation have a duty to exercise care and caution behind the wheel. Yet, sometimes, truck drivers take unnecessary risks behind the wheel that endanger everyone they encounter. Research shows that the number of commercial truckers using drugs and alcohol on the job is rising rapidly. […]

How do you photograph evidence from a car accident scene?

Published on Oct 11, 2021 in car accidents.

Car accident victims must keep thorough medical records of their injuries and damage to their vehicle. Because of adrenaline and the rush of emotions experienced in the accident aftermath, those injured may neglect to gather viable photographic evidence of their car damage. Forbes offers tips for using images to tell what happened during and after the accident. […]

Should you worry about inattentional blindness?

Published on Jul 30, 2021 in blog, car accidents.

Under normal circumstances, inattentional blindness is not a bad thing. In fact, it serves an important purpose in allowing you to block out distracting information that takes away from a crucial point of focus. But when you add driving into the mix, this can serve as a dangerous – or even deadly – phenomenon. But […]

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What To Know About Tire Blowouts

Most of us have either seen portions of tires discarded on the highway or interstate. You may have even watched footage on the news or social media showing a tire blowing out, a motorist losing control of their vehicle, and becoming entangled in a crash. Here at Stapp Law, LLC, we want you to know […]

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How Does Workers’ Comp Pay for Lost Wages in Pennsylvania?

You’re injured, and now you can’t work. How will you pay your rent, mortgage, car note, and other bills? Will you be able to afford groceries and keep the lights on? And if you were injured on the job, do you know how workers’ comp pays for lost wages in Pennsylvania? We know this is […]

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Pennsylvania Car Seat Laws

For over 60 years, motor vehicle crashes were the single leading cause of death for children in the United States. Only in very recent years has firearm injuries overtaken the top place, with car crashes remaining in the leading first or second positions in the past few years of research. Following all Pennsylvania car seat […]

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