If you get involved in a car accident, it’s quite important to seek medical attention. In many cases, this is clear at the scene. You may have suffered serious injuries that the EMTs are going to treat as they transport you to the hospital. But the problem is that...
Types of compensation to consider after an accident
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jan 9, 2023 | Personal Injury
Getting involved in a car accident can create a lot of different financial issues, which can be especially frustrating when you didn’t cause the accident. You were driving carefully, but someone else was being negligent or even reckless. They made a mistake and...
When consumer products cause physical harm
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jan 2, 2023 | Personal Injury
Take a moment to consider all of the items that you purchase over the course of a year. From food to children’s toys, tires for your car to soap, you almost certainly buy a wide range of products manufactured under a variety of different conditions. Although consumer...
Steps to take after a car accident
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Oct 4, 2022 | Personal Injury
If you get involved in a car accident, it’s important to quickly take the right steps to put yourself in the best possible position. You don’t want to make any mistakes that make your situation worse or overlook any crucial details. At the same time, you may never...
Spinal cord injuries can lead to catastrophic life changes
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Sep 19, 2022 | Personal Injury
Victims of car wrecks or slip-and-falls can suffer catastrophic injuries, one of which is a spinal cord injury. These can lead to many life challenges that can be difficult to overcome. Proper medical care and therapy after the injury may help to improve the outcome....
The risk of getting doored on your bike
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Sep 6, 2022 | Personal Injury
As a cyclist, one risk that you want to be wary of is getting doored. This term refers to the type of accident where someone in a parked vehicle swings the door open and the cyclist collides with that open door. This most often happens because the motorist opened the...
What are the most dangerous roads in Pennsylvania?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jul 26, 2022 | Personal Injury
Pennsylvania drivers have to pass driver's education tests and maintain a decent safety record to keep their licenses after they acquire them. They also have to register their vehicles and pay for insurance in case they cause collisions. Despite the efforts to reduce...
Why you should still look both ways at a green light
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jun 24, 2022 | Personal Injury
It’s easy to assume that a green light means that you can drive safely. As soon as the light turns green, many drivers simply press the gas and pull out into the intersection. That’s a much different mentality than when they’re at a stop sign, which is when they look...
Tips for avoiding pharmacy errors
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jun 9, 2022 | Personal Injury
When you hear the words “medical malpractice,” the odds are high that you don’t immediately think about pharmacy errors – but maybe you should. You probably visit your pharmacist more often than you do your doctor, clinic or hospital. Medication errors cost between...
Should you swerve if you see a deer?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | May 12, 2022 | Personal Injury
In parts of Pennsylvania, deer can be a driving hazard. They may enter the roadway unexpectedly, and they often travel in groups. When they try to cross the road, they may do so directly in front of your vehicle. If you see a deer, how should you react? It's important...
Did you fall off your motorcycle while avoiding a driver?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Apr 15, 2022 | Personal Injury
You were minding your own business, riding your motorcycle safely and according to the law. You were utilizing all the right safety gear, including a helmet, bright clothing, gloves, knee pads and more. Out of nowhere, a car pulls out in front of you, leaving you the...
Making sure that you are seen as a pedestrian
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Mar 31, 2022 | Personal Injury
Perhaps your workplace is only a couple of miles away from your residence. Maybe you enjoy an evening stroll after a hard day at the office. In either case, you want to make sure you remain safe as you travel on foot. Pedestrian accidents are relatively common in...
Supporting evidence could help your personal injury claim
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Mar 7, 2022 | Personal Injury
The last thing you anticipate when setting off to work or to meet a friend is to be involved in a traffic collision. Nonetheless, driving does not come without potential risks, and crashes happen every day. If you’re lucky, you might be able to walk away from the...
Is there ever an excuse for distracted driving?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Feb 19, 2022 | Personal Injury
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...