Philadelphia One-Fifth of Pennsylvania Roads Rated in “Poor Condition”
There are many conditions that can contribute to traffic accidents. While some, such as traveling speed and attention to the road, are within a driver's control, others, such as road condition, often are not. Poor road conditions are an especially pressing problem in many areas of Pennsylvania, where one in five roads is in poor condition and an additional third are considered only fair. Problems with Pennsylvania's Road...
Philadelphia Why Drowsy Driving Prevention Week is So Important
Nearly every Pennsylvania driver has experienced the dizzying feeling of falling asleep or almost dozing while behind the wheel. In fact, statistics show that approximately 20 percent of individuals admit to unintentionally snoozing while driving. Whether it’s because they got too little sleep the night before or they’ve been awake for hours and hours, the results can be deadly. As reports show, more than 6,000 victims...
Philadelphia Will Uber’s New Safety Initiatives in Philly Be Effective?
Need a ride to or from the Philly airport? Looking for a quick way to get into the city without taking the train, bus, or your personal vehicle? You’ve probably considered a rideshare app like Uber. But like many people, you may be concerned about the safety ramifications. As it turns out, Uber’s CEO, Dara Khosrowshahi, seems to be just as worried. In fact, in an NBC Philadelphia news 10 article from September 2018, ...
Philadelphia Enforcement of Texting Law Is Inconsistent in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvanians have a puzzle on their hands. Namely, why are people who text and drive in Schuylkill County about three times less likely to be charged by police than those who do the same thing in Snyder County? After all Schuylkill County has around 142,000 residents; by comparison, Snyder County has roughly 40,000, according to 2017 U.S. Census reports. These facts and others were recently explored by PA-based news s...
Philadelphia The Biggest Threats to Your Child’s Safety
Since the beginning of time, worrying has been part and parcel of parenthood. Moms, dads, and guardians take steps every day to ensure the safety of their children. If you’ve been blessed with kids of your own (even if they’re teenagers struggling against you for more independence), you understand how concern can keep you up at night. It’s time for you to be able to sleep a little easier. As with any subject, the...