Typically, while there are some exceptions, if someone steals your vehicle in Pennsylvania, you are not responsible for any damage caused by the accident. This means that the other driver can’t sue you, even if they have full tort insurance or suffered injuries that meet the serious injury threshold. Furthermore, other drivers can’t file a
The right-of-way rules in Pennsylvania are found in Pennsylvania Title 75 Chapter 33 and are considered part of the “rules of the road.” The application of these rules depends on a mutual understanding and respect for the principles involved. Every person who uses the roadway is expected to know how to apply these laws. Those
Brake-checking happens when a driver suddenly slams on their brakes. Usually, they do this to scare or send a message to someone who’s driving too close behind them. Some drivers think it’s a fair response to tailgating, but that doesn’t make it safe — or legal. Brake-checking is not legal in Pennsylvania. It violates the
Oftentimes, parked car accidents appear minor to onlookers, but in many cases, they can cause significant challenges for vehicle owners. Whether your car is damaged while in a parking lot, on a public street, or even sitting in your driveway, it’s important to understand what legal options are available to you and what these types
Imagine the following: You’ve helped out a friend by lending them your car for the day, but as they leave, say, a parking lot, they look down at their phone for a moment and hit another vehicle. The crash causes injuries that are significant enough to allow the victim to file a lawsuit, no matter