What Is a Hazard?
Hazards are conditions that increase the probability of damage or injury, like a crack in a sidewalk, a spill in the aisle, a work truck without proper lighting, or inadequate lighting on the steps in front of a business.
According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), a driving hazard is “Any condition or object that increases the risk of a traffic collision.” Hazards are potential dangers that various factors on the road can present, highlighting the importance of hazard awareness and mitigation for safe driving.
The benefits of recognizing and addressing driving hazards include improved safety for all road users, reduced likelihood of accidents and injuries, and lower vehicle repair costs.
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What to Do After a Pennsylvania Truck Accident
Know the steps to get the care and compensation that you are entitled to
Pennsylvania roads are experiencing the return of routine work and school commuting schedules. The pandemic has demanded more remote buying, and a need to employ more truck drivers to meet the demand. With this increase in volume, truck accidents have escalated in the past few years. The emotional, physical, and financial traumas that truck accidents and car accidents arouse can seem overwhelming, to say the least. During this trying time, it is hard to know what to do, in what order, and how to create the best outcome.
If you or a loved one were involved in a truck accident in Pennsylvania, Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys is your best advocate. With more than 60 years of experience, Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys’s nationally recognized truck accident attorneys aggressively pursue the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. […]
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What to Do If a Truck Leaves the Scene of a Crash?
What Can You Do if a Truck Driver Leaves the Scene of an Accident?
Becoming a victim of a hit and run crash with a truck is a traumatic experience. Truck crashes are increasing in frequency and truck drivers who are “at fault” are more often guilty of leaving the scene of an accident than in the past.
Leaving the scene of an accident isn’t a wise decision. It is a crime that normally results in a more serious penalty than those normally imposed for causing an accident. A driver who flees an accident scene may lose his or her license and/or receive a prison sentence.
Yet many drivers, in the heat of the moment, flee for a variety of reasons. Sometimes they may leave an accident site unintentionally, unaware they caused damage or injury.
Victims of hit-and-run truck accidents often suffer serious, […]
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What to Do After a Truck Accident
We know that if you or a loved have been injuried in a truck accident, you may have many questions. You may be wondering what to do after a truck accident. An experienced truck accident lawyer at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys can answer your questions. We’ve answered some of the most frequently asked questions here. You can also call us at 844.385.7535 for a free case evaluation where we can discuss the specific details of your truck crash. We will help you understand your rights and what you need to do.
Steps to Take After a Truck Accident Happened
In the immediate aftermath of a truck accident, there are things to do at the accident scene if you are able. The steps to take include:
- Remain calm
- Stay in your vehicle if it is safe to do so
- Turn on your hazard lights
- Use your cell phone to call 911, […]
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What to Do If Dangerous Weather Caused a Pennsylvania Truck Accident
Driving in the winter or under various dangerous weather conditions can be a challenge regardless of the vehicle you’re driving. Rain, snow, sleet, fog, and sun glare can all affect driver performance. Conditions affecting visibility and traction entail longer brake times with an increased chance of losing control of the vehicle.
According to a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), there are over 120,903 linear miles of roadways across Pennsylvania, on which far too many accidents occur due to adverse weather conditions. PennDOT has reported that in 2020 alone, there were 104,475 reported crashes including 6,344 truck crashes on the Pennsylvania roadways. Of those 104,475 reported crashes, 24% occurred while the road conditions were wet, snowy, or icy.
The Dangerous Combination of Large Commercial Semi-Trucks and Adverse Weather Conditions
As more traffic congests the roads, accidents grow more frequent with more injuries and catastrophic results. […]
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What Should I Do If I’ve Been Exposed to Toxic Chemicals at Work?
Working in certain industries leaves some workers more susceptible to toxic exposure in the workplace. However, many workers are unsure what they should do if they’ve been exposed to toxic chemicals at work. They may fear the loss of their job, retaliation from their employer, or an inability to stay in their field if they report the exposure, or come forward with their workplace concerns.
If you have been exposed to toxic chemicals in the workplace, the toxic exposure attorneys of Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys are here for you.
What Employees Need to Know
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2017, 41 employees in the United States died on the job after a single exposure of inhaling chemicals and chemical products. However, many employees suffer from long-term exposure in the workplace where the implications are not felt for sometimes months or even years. […]
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