Weather conditions can turn the safest roadway into a treacherous passage, leading to accidents and injuries. If you have been in such an accident, understanding how weather conditions affect car accident lawsuits puts you ahead of the game and helps you manage expectations for compensation. For a free consultation with car accident attorneys who care, contact Wapner Newman today. Learn how our team can help get you the mon...

Self-driving cars have been tested and produced in Pittsburgh for several decades. Today, the city is home to several companies that produce and test self-driving vehicles, and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) recognizes the community’s Carnegie Mellon University as the birthplace of self-driving cars. There are also self-driving vehicle companies operating in Philadelphia and other portions of Pennsyl...

Pennsylvania law requires drivers to have car insurance. However, when an accident happens, having insurance is only the first step — you also need to leverage that insurance effectively to ensure you receive the compensation you need to fully cover your losses. You likely are already aware of the legal responsibility to share your insurance information with the other driver in the event of a crash. But exactly how do you...

Imagine you’re a passenger in a car that’s crossing an intersection, and another vehicle runs a red light, T-boning your side of the car. Both drivers walk away with mild injuries, but you sustain a fracture and a concussion. The driver of the car in which you were traveling has insurance that will cover your medical expenses up to a point, but you may have long-term medical needs that aren’t covered or emotional trauma ...

Car accidents are all too common, unfortunately. Someone looking down at their phone for a split-second, pressing down on the gas pedal just a little too much, or getting behind the wheel after having a drink can spell disaster for them and others on the road. If you have been in a collision and suffered injuries that required medical care, you’re probably worried about how you’ll manage all of these expenses. For most peo...