3-Car Accident: Who Is at Fault?
Statistically, multi-vehicle accidents are more dangerous than two-vehicle crashes. Why? Because there are more vehicles involved, which increases the impact points. These accidents often occur on highways or major roads where vehicles are traveling at higher speeds. Three-way car accidents can trigger a domino effect and chain-reaction accident. The force of multiple impacts can result in more severe injuries to accident victims, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and internal bleeding.
If you or your loved one were in a 3-car accident, you may have the right to file a car accident claim against the responsible parties. The Munley Law car accident lawyers have won millions for our clients, including a $17.5 million car accident settlement. We offer a free initial consultation where we will provide a reasonable assessment of your claim. Fill out our online contact form or call today to schedule your consultation. […]
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Where Is the Safest Place to Pull Over After an Accident?
Motor vehicle accidents are among the most stressful situations a person may face. While many people have seen footage of an accident, most are not prepared to be involved in one of the millions of crashes occurring each year in the United States. When unprepared, a person is likely to panic and increase their risk of injury to themselves or others.
Fortunately, the skilled car accident lawyers at Munley Law have decades of experience fighting for fair compensation for accident victims. Our law firm’s experience leaves us well-equipped to tell you the proper action to take following an accident, such as where to pull over and other immediate steps.
Where to Pull Over After an Accident
If you are involved in an accident on a freeway, the shoulder is the most readily available place to pull over. It is often the only somewhat safe option to turn after an accident. […]
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Are Highways Safer Than Regular Roads?
Believe it or not, highways are generally safer than regular roads. While traffic accidents can happen anywhere, statistics show that highways have a lower rate of fatal accidents and injury crashes compared to local and arterial roads. In this article, we’ll go over the factors that contribute to highway safety, including the limited access points, speed limits, and physical barriers on highways.
If you have any more questions regarding highway safety, or if you have been involved in a highway accident, call the Munley Law personal injury lawyers. Our accident lawyers offer a free consultation where we will answer your questions and discuss your legal options.
Crash Fatality Statistics: Highways vs. Local and Arterial Roads
According to a 2022 report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), crash deaths in rural areas were less likely to occur on rural highways, […]
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Does Driving Slow Cause More Car Accidents?
When an accident occurs, we often think of aggressive drivers or motorists traveling at excessive speeds. But what many don’t realize is that slow drivers can also cause car accidents by disrupting the flow of traffic.
If high or slow speeds were the cause of your motor vehicle accident, Munley Law can help you through the legal process.
Why Slow Driving Can Be Dangerous
Pennsylvania law, mandates that drivers adhere to posted speed limits. The state’s minimum speed limit regulations require motorists to maintain speeds that do not impede the “normal and reasonable movement of traffic.” Nevertheless, reduced speeds are permissible when safety is a concern.
On single-lane roadways where passing is impossible, slow-moving vehicles are required to pull over to the brim or shoulder to allow others to pass.
With these regulations in place, drivers must understand that safety is a concern when slow drivers are on the roadways, […]
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What to Do if Your Brakes Fail on the Highway
Many of us get into our vehicles daily or multiple times a day and shift into a sort of auto-pilot when we get behind the steering wheel. Our daily commutes are mundane, making falling into a hypnotic state easy. But what happens when the lull is broken, and you realize that the usually slow push of your brake pedal isn’t doing anything, and before you know it, you’re in a car accident?
If you experience brake failure on the highway, you should keep a few things in mind to keep yourself and other drivers safe.
What to Do if Your Brakes Fail While Driving
Nothing is scarier than realizing that your brake pedals are not working. Instead of slowing down, you are moving closer and closer to another vehicle, pedestrian, or highway guard rails.
Crash Statistics from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) suggest that about 22% of vehicle-related crashes were due to brake issues. […]
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