Lackawanna County is crossed by major interstate corridors and state highways that funnel commuter, freight, and regional traffic through northeastern Pennsylvania. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s annual Crash Facts & Statistics report, thousands of injury crashes occur statewide each year, with speed and commercial vehicle involvement contributing to a significant share of serious and fatal collisions.
While Scranton has its own traffic challenges, some of the most hazardous driving conditions are found just beyond the city limits. Suburban townships, rural roads, and high-speed connector routes around the area often see heavier impacts when collisions occur. Higher speed limits, the presence of commercial traffic, and longer stopping distances all increase the risk of severe injuries.
When serious crashes happen in Scranton and these surrounding areas, they’re generally handled through the Lackawanna County court system. Certain stretches of road in the wider county are especially known for frequent injury-related accidents, [...]
Truck black box data can be the difference between winning and losing a serious injury case.
When a commercial truck is involved in a crash, most people focus on the visible evidence, such as skid marks, damage to vehicles, and witness statements. But some of the most powerful evidence in a truck accident lawsuit isn’t visible at all. It’s stored electronically inside the truck itself and can tell a clearer story of what happened than any eyewitness ever could.
Munley Law has successfully handled truck accident cases since opening our doors in 1959. We know how to find this evidence, preserve it, and use it to hold negligent trucking companies accountable.
If you or a family member were seriously injured in a commercial truck crash, understanding how electronic evidence works and why it matters to your claim is one of the most important things you can do. [...]
On February 17, 2026, the Pennsylvania State Police Troop R Major Case Team, working alongside Pike County Detectives and the Pike County Area Agency on Aging, initiated an investigation at Belle Reve Senior Living in Milford Borough, Pike County. The investigation began after an anonymous tip raised concerns about suspected medical neglect of residents.
Belle Reve Senior Living houses approximately 83 residents. Following on-site assessments, fifteen residents were transported to four regional hospitals for further medical evaluation: Bon Secours Community Hospital, Garnet Health Medical Center, Newton Medical Center, and Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono.
The number of residents involved required a coordinated multi-agency response, including the Pike County Department of Public Safety Emergency Management and local Fire and EMS resources, to ensure every individual received timely evaluation. Officials have stated there are no known unmet needs at this time. The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information relevant to the investigation is encouraged to contact the Pennsylvania State Police, [...]
