Pedestrian accidents happen far too often in Pittsburgh, and the situation is getting worse. According to police, the city has witnessed a rise in deadly pedestrian accidents in recent years. Crashes concentrated in Pittsburgh and other cities Since 2019, pedestrian deaths have increased by more than 20% in the state. The areas where pedestrian accidents…
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Pennsylvania Has 10th Most Teen Driver Fatalities During Summer Months
What’s causing the spike in Pennsylvania’s teen driver fatality rate? After enduring the long winter months, summer brings a sense of freedom and excitement for teenagers eager to hit the road and enjoy the outdoors. However, this time of year can be especially hazardous for young drivers. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, also known…
Read More »Motorcycle Accidents: Governor of Pennsylvania Aims to Reduce Crashes and Fatalities in Commonwealth
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month As the weather gets warmer in Pennsylvania, the number of motorcycles on our roads also increases. Unfortunately, this also coincides with an uptick in motorcycle accidents and fatalities. To address this growing concern, Governor Josh Shapiro has declared May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month throughout the state. This and…
Read More »Pennsylvania May Ban Holding Cell Phones While Driving
Senate Bill 37 seeks to reduce distracted driving crashes A new bill has been introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate that aims to reduce distracted driving accidents by prohibiting drivers from physically holding or supporting with the body an “interactive wireless communications device” – basically, cell phones and smartphones – while operating a motor vehicle. Senate…
Read More »PennDOT Surveys Public on Increase in Fatal Pennsylvania Crashes
Allegheny County, Pittsburgh car accidents follow state trend As severe injuries and fatal car accidents increase statewide, Pennsylvania transportation officials asked people what they think about roadway safety. Through an online survey, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) officials hope to identify areas where they can improve and gain a better understanding of safety challenges. The…
Read More »How To Obtain Traffic Camera Video of Your Pittsburgh Car Accident
Footage of a crash can provide crucial evidence for determining who’s at fault. Car accidents involving multiple vehicles in Pittsburgh often turn into complicated legal cases. Even if you know you didn’t do anything wrong and the other driver was clearly at fault, you could still have a hard time getting the money you deserve…
Read More »How to Take Pictures After a Car Accident in Pittsburgh
Tips to get the best photos and videos to support your injury claim No one ever plans to be in a car accident. But almost every driver experiences it at least once in their lifetime. That’s why it’s important to know what to do after a crash before it happens. One step you can take…
Read More »New Poll Reveals Most Americans Admit to Drowsy Driving
Here are the signs of drowsy driving & safe driving tips from our Pittsburgh car accident lawyers Most people know it’s not good to drive when sleep-deprived. But, according to a new survey, a lot of drivers do it anyway, causing serious and fatal car accidents in Pittsburgh and other major cities across the U.S.…
Read More »Study Ranks Pennsylvania High in Number of Pedestrian Deaths
If you or a loved one were hit by a car in Pittsburgh, contact a pedestrian accident lawyer from Romanow Law Group to review your potential legal options. Nobody expects to be hurt when they are simply out walking. But a car accident can result in severe and often life-changing injuries for pedestrians. Unfortunately, too…
Read More »PennDOT Study Shows Roundabouts Can Reduce Intersection Accidents
To make roadways safer, Pennsylvania has turned to roundabouts. Recent crash data shows that roundabouts can be useful tools to improve roadway safety for drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists alike, which is good because serious crashes remain a problem in Pittsburgh and other major cities throughout the state. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDot),…
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