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It seems so obvious, that texting and driving don't mix. But so many people are still not convinced that their life, as well as the lives of others are at risk each and every time they drive while distracted. Recently, more studies and articles have been written that demonstrate people are using their high tech gadgets while driving. Some drivers even admit to texting with both hands while...

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State Farm and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia recently released a study finding children between the ages of 12 to 16 are more likely to die in a car accident. A number of factors influence this result including young driver inexperience behind the wheel, riding on a high speed road, and not wearing a seat belt. In addition, young drivers often carry more teens in their cars, contributing...

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Now more than ever, drivers have numerous gadgets to occupy their thoughts while driving. Most cars have GPS systems, DVD players, and MP3 hookups. To top it off, most drivers use PDA or cell phones while handling their car. Given the increase in portable technology, drivers need to be more cautious when driving. However, if you are injured in a car accident, it is important for your lawyer...

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Tired of making resolutions that never seem to get accomplished before the end of the year? Finally, there is a resolution you can keep -- teach your teenage driver the fundamental tools to drive safely this year. Of course you already told you teenager not to drink and drive. You probably already told your teenage driver to slow down. But at the top of the list needs to be don't drive...

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Memorials for loved one who suffered an untimely loss are now commonplace throughout highways, and city streets. While some may find comfort in these markers of a life remembered, others may find it morbid and depressing. What are some of options for balancing these competing interests. Should lawmakers place restrictions on the memorials such as the length of the display, what can be...

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In Pennsylvania, you and your family need full insurance protection. What an insurance company may call "full coverage" is not always full protection. Only full tort and uninsured/underinsured motorist equals full protection. Full Tort gives you the unlimited right to sue for pain and suffering. Limited tort can restrict this right. You must insist on uninsured/underinsured motorist...

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October 15-20, 2007 is National Teen Driver Safety Week. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and State Farm Insurance Company intend to use this week to increase dialogues in communities across the United States to help prevent teen deaths from automobile accidents. Parents should get involved and encourage their teens to drive safely by reminding teens to avoid distraction such as, cell...

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Children involved in car accidents should be carefully checked for injuries, particularly those related to seat belts. Such injuries could be easy to miss in children and doctors must be especially vigilant in examining a child involved in a car accident. A review of 10 years of medical literature showed an increased risk of "seat belt syndrome" in children who were inappropriately belted...

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Marjorie O. Rendell, the first lady of Pennsylvania was involved in a car accident in Center City Philadelphia. A car ran a red light and struck the Chevrolet Suburban in which the first lady was being driven by a state trooper. The accident was not as serious as it could have been, since the state trooper was able to minimize the impact by swerving the vehicle, after noticing the oncoming...

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A recent study of teen driving habits was conducted by the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia and State Farm Insurance Co. Though teenagers may be heeding warnings about drinking and driving, every year thousands of fatal car accidents are caused, in whole or in part, by teens driving with distractions. The distractions include cell phones, hand-held games and other passengers. The risk of a...

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Due to the high risk of teen car accidents, the American Academy of Pediatrics advised parents to be cautious about handing over the car keys to their teen children. Many parents are excited about the new convenience of having a teen licensed to drive, but Dr. Dennis Durbin of the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia states that "This supposed rite of passage is fraught with danger." Dr. Durbin...

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A car accident can be a traumatic event, even if there is minor physical injury. Though you may be shaken up after a car accident, there are things that are important to remember. You should remain calm. Find out if anyone is injured. Call the police and report the accident. Wait for the police to arrive. Do not get into an argument with any other drivers involved in the accident. Gather...

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We are now officially in the holiday season. With this season comes a variety of parties, from the office holiday party to the family get-together to the big New Years Eve bash, with alcohol being served at many of them. It is necessary to take certain precautions against car accidents. The most important precaution is don't drink and drive, and don't allow your friends or family to drink and...

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In Missouri, alcohol liability lawsuits may be brought against bars and restaurants. However, grocery stores and convenience stores are not subject to such lawsuits. The Missouri Supreme Court recently upheld this law. The law makes a distinction between establishments that sell alcoholic drinks for consumption on site and those that don't. For instance, under certain circumstances, if a car...

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A Kentucky woman, Geneva Hager, sought to represent a class of car accident victims in a suit against Allstate Insurance Co. The plaintiff claims that Allstate "illegally employ[s] various schemes and delay tactics to bully car accident victims into accepting lowball offers for their pain and suffering." The judge denied the woman's request to represent a class of victims because the facts of...

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