Driving in an urban setting often feels more dangerous. There is more traffic, including pedestrians and cyclists. On top of that, road designs can be more complicated, with numerous intersections, stoplights, roundabouts, one-way streets and more. By contrast,...
Personal Injury
How can victims of criminal activity recover their losses?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jan 18, 2025 | Personal Injury
Victims of criminal activity often expect the court system to provide them with justice. If they can identify the person who stole from them, assaulted them or committed another crime, they expect the courts to provide vindication. Prosecutors can bring charges...
Should you follow a hit-and-run driver?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jan 14, 2025 | Personal Injury
If you’re the victim of a hit-and-run accident, you may be tempted to follow the driver who hit you. It feels unfair and unjust that they would make a critical driving mistake and then leave the scene to avoid responsibility. However, the reality is that you generally...
What steps should you take after you get into a car accident?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Dec 16, 2024 | Personal Injury
Getting into a car accident can be a traumatic experience, both physically and emotionally. The sudden impact, loud noise and confusion can disorient and overwhelm you. How you respond in the aftermath of a crash is important for both your safety and for any...
Drivers are still distracted after they put the phone down
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Nov 19, 2024 | Personal Injury
When a driver decides to use their phone while the car is in motion, they’re clearly distracted. They might be reading a text message or browsing social media. Some drivers get distracted while reading a GPS or choosing a song to stream over the car stereo. It’s...
When should a driver increase their following distance?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Oct 30, 2024 | Personal Injury
Drivers should maintain a minimum following distance to have enough space and time to react if something happens unexpectedly. The minimum recommended distance in Pennsylvania is four seconds. This means if the driver ahead passes a stationary object, such as a road...
Vehicle accessories can cause accidents
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Sep 30, 2024 | Personal Injury
Modern vehicles are fitted with all kinds of accessories. These accessories are usually designed to improve comfort and performance. In some cases, they are for aesthetic purposes only. While accessories can add benefits, sometimes, they can decrease safety. The...
What is necessary to pursue a medical malpractice lawsuit?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Sep 14, 2024 | Personal Injury
People seek out professional medical care when they are injured or ill. They rely on professionals to diagnose them, recommend the right course of treatment and properly administer that treatment. Most healthcare professionals are diligent about the work that they do....
What is a safe highway following distance?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jul 22, 2024 | Personal Injury
You know that your following distance is important when driving on the highway. A larger distance gives you a greater reaction time, allowing you to react appropriately to unexpected hazards ahead of you. This reduces the odds that you will be involved in a car...
The 4 crucial elements of medical malpractice claims
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jun 19, 2024 | Personal Injury
Doctors and medical staff are expected to act to a certain standard within the profession. Conduct that falls below this expected standard can constitute medical malpractice. Common examples of medical malpractice include negligently misdiagnosing a condition, abusing...
Long-term effects of spinal cord injuries after a car accident
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | May 19, 2024 | Personal Injury
Driving is a therapeutic activity for many, offering independence, mobility and a sense of freedom. However, car accidents happen unexpectedly and can result in serious injuries, including spinal cord injuries. Spinal cord injuries from a car accident can vary in...
In a rear-end crash, is the rear driver always at fault?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | May 1, 2024 | Personal Injury
You may have heard people say that the rear driver is always at fault in a rear-end car accident. They are the one who ran into the car ahead of them, so they are liable for the damages in that crash. This is generally true, but the key thing to remember is that...
Types of catastrophic limb injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Apr 12, 2024 | Personal Injury
Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of accident-related fatalities in Pennsylvania, with a reported 1,190 car accidents resulting in fatalities in the state during 2022 alone. A much higher number of accidents results in injury. Some of these injuries prove to...
Spring driving challenges in Philadelphia
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Mar 12, 2024 | Personal Injury
While it’s not always known as the riskiest weather to drive in, that doesn’t mean that spring weather is completely safe. Knowing the weather-related hazards that pop up this time of year can help you travel more efficiently. Rain: Precipitation tends to move from...
How to be more cautious of digital age driving distractions
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Mar 12, 2024 | Personal Injury
Not everyone has the latest car or cell phone. But there is still plenty of modern-day technology that can lead to a costly or deadly crash. Relying on new-age advances can lead to disaster or even death, here's how: Phone use: It can be challenging to imagine life...