Holding a commercial driver’s license is a significant responsibility. That’s why Pennsylvania makes acquiring a commercial driver’s license (CDL) a challenge. The onus is on you to prove that you are not only capable of driving a larger vehicle well...
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Why is Distracted Driving Awareness Month important?
It is wise to periodically refresh yourself on common traffic dangers. This is especially true for such a prevalent issue as distracted driving. You may actively choose not to drink and drive, but it can be easy to get distracted behind the wheel. In fact, you and...
Head-on collision on Pennsylvania Turnpike kills 2
Authorities responding to the scene of a head-on collision on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Saturday night said that the force of impact was similar to one car hitting a concrete wall at 140 miles per hour. Several vehicle occupants sustained injuries of varying...
Pennsylvania authorities set up holiday DUI checkpoints
Law enforcement in the region of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, is setting up DUI patrols and sobriety checkpoints in anticipation of St. Patrick's Day. The holiday is a time of fun and festivities, but accidents and deaths related to drunk driving have the...
Is the nursing home chemically restraining your parent?
If you are one of the many people who has had to make the painful decision to place your elderly parent in a Pennsylvania nursing home, you likely make it a point to visit him or her as often as possible. You also likely have continuing concerns about the level of...
Weather Related Traffic Accidents
According to the US Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration there were over 5,890,000 vehicle crashes last year. Over 120,000 of those crashes were weather related. Meaning that the weather such as rain, sleet, snow, fog, cross winds and blowing...
What is a disqualification?
If you have a commercial driver's license in Pennsylvania, you could end up in a situation where you have a disqualification. According to the Department of Transportation, a disqualification is when you lose your privileges to operate a commercial vehicle....
Are all driving distractions the same?
With the widespread prevalence of cellphones that everyone has with them at all times, the topic of distracted driving is a familiar one. However, distracted driving is not a new problem. In fact, you and other Pennsylvania drivers may be interested to learn that...
What can you do about a reckless driving charge?
Many people do not take traffic offenses seriously. While getting a speeding ticket is certainly not the end of the world, some offenses are more significant and so too are the penalties. Being charged with reckless driving is considered a more serious offense. In...
Falls are hazardous for a senior’s health
When Pennsylvania residents think about accidents that can result in serious injuries, they may not consider falls. However, falls can be especially dangerous for seniors. If people serve as a caregiver for an elderly parent, it is important for them to understand why...