While a few angry, misguided drivers do ram vehicles on purpose, collisions usually come down to a driver making a mistake. One of the most frequent mistakes is not seeing you or not seeing you in time to avoid hitting you. Typically this happens when the driver is...
The dangers of wearing headphones while walking
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jan 25, 2022 | Personal Injury
While many of us have enjoyed a stroll while listening to our favorite podcast or playlist, this doesn’t mean it was safe. Pedestrians are not offered the same levels of physical protection as cars and other vehicles, thus they need to be fully aware of their...
Reaching the parking lot doesn’t mean you can switch off
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jan 11, 2022 | Personal Injury
Drivers are exposed to a number of risks out on the open roads in Pennsylvania. Distracted drivers, impaired road users, pedestrians and larger vehicles present just some of the key hazards. A sigh of relief is often breathed when reaching the parking lot, but it is...
A serious and often overlooked driving distraction
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Dec 9, 2021 | Personal Injury
When people talk about driving distractions, they often start with smartphones. They may also talk about GPS devices or people who are trying to choose a new radio station. Usually, we think of distraction as some technology-based issue. But this is certainly not...
3 useful safety tips for cyclists in Pennsylvania
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Oct 26, 2021 | Personal Injury
Frequently, an increasing number of people are using bicycles each day both for travel and fitness purposes. However, it is important to note that cycling also comes with certain risks. Sadly, cycling accidents are not uncommon in the United States. Injuries suffered...
Ways to keep your kids S.A.F.E. while taking the bus to school
| Sep 15, 2021 | Personal Injury
Many schools have started back with in-person classes, and school buses are commonplace again. Most kids are more concerned with sitting next to their friends than common safety practices. However, kids need to be aware of how to stay safe while waiting for the school...
3 things you need to prove in every personal injury case
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Sep 1, 2021 | Personal Injury
Injuries sustained following an accident can have life-changing effects. If you have been injured as a result of another party’s negligence, you may have legal grounds to seek compensation for your medical bills and other losses. However, claiming compensation for...
Watch out for tired drivers
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Aug 18, 2021 | Personal Injury
If you got into a car and the driver reeked of alcohol, you would get straight back out. If you got in and the driver spent the journey checking their phone, you would tell them to stop. Yet, if you got in and that same driver started yawning, you are more likely to...
How Pennsylvania law leaves drivers and accident victims without enough insurance
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jul 21, 2021 | Personal Injury
It is self-explanatory why drivers carry uninsured driver coverage. If you get in a crash with someone who doesn't have a policy, you will be stuck covering all of your own expenses. Insuring yourself against underinsured drivers may seem less important. You may...
Motorcycle safety is a priority in Pennsylvania
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jul 7, 2021 | Personal Injury
Most motorcyclists are very safe riders who follow the laws and make safety a priority. In Pennsylvania, there are almost 850,000 individuals licensed to drive motorcycles. Even though they’re driving safely, these motorcyclists are at great risk of suffering from...
How much coverage do drivers need to have in Pennsylvania?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jun 7, 2021 | Personal Injury
If your car suffered serious damage or you were injured in a crash, you expect that insurance will cover your expenses. However, it isn't always that simple. Pennsylvania has a somewhat complex insurance program, and it's important that you understand how much...
Is drunk driving or distracted driving a bigger risk on the road?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | May 13, 2021 | Personal Injury
Since the 1980s, drunk driving has been the focus of many public safety policies. During the 80s, the federal government began tracking the number of drunk drivers who cause crashes and fatalities. At the same time, popular media began depicting the dangers of...
Safe biking tips this summer
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Mar 13, 2021 | Personal Injury
Cyclists know well that they are in danger when they ride, in large part due to the traffic around them. Because a bike is small and offers no protection of its own, all a motorist has to do is make one minor mistake to cause an accident that leaves the cyclist with...
Teenage drivers who speed cause tragedies on Pennsylvania highways
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jan 28, 2021 | Personal Injury
As far as traffic hazards go, drunk driving and distracted driving tend to get most of the headlines these days. But speeding remains a danger in West Chester and across Pennsylvania. Speeders who cause serious car accidents come in all ages. But teenage drivers are...
Rural roads are unexpectedly dangerous for drivers
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jun 18, 2020 | Personal Injury
When people think of Pennsylvania roads, they think of I-95 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. However, there are also many rural roads in the state with which people are unfamiliar. This means that drivers must go out of their way to exercise extra caution on these roads...