A law banning sending texts and emails while behind the wheel was signed into law Wednesday. Many local residents have expressed gratitude towards the bill, and its fine of $50 for violators. “I have a friend in Pittsburgh who recently wrecked his truck while texting and driving,” one Pennsylvania resident said. “He rear-ended another car …
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Pennsylvania Residents Support Anti-Texting Law
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Rock Climbing Safety Device Recalled
Posted Nov 10th, 2011 By Harrisburg Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer, Product Liability, Product Recall With | Comments OffAround 1,280 devices used for rock climbers, the Joss rock climbing cam, were recalled because they may pose a fall hazard for users. The recalled product, imported by Sierra Trading Post and manufactured by Cassin Sri of Italy, was recalled when a safety agency discovered it may fail, which could in turn cause a fall …
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CPSC Orders Company to Recall Hazardous Mattresses
Posted Nov 10th, 2011 By Harrisburg Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer, Product Liability, Product Recall With | Comments OffManufacturing, importing, renovating, and selling of mattresses by Brooklyn Sleep Products was ordered to be stopped until proper evidence shows they complied with flammability laws. The company was also required to recall mattress sets and pads which do not meet federal flammability standards. The mattress company was sued when it was discovered by the Consumer …
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Motorcyclist Crashes in Motorsports Park
Posted Nov 10th, 2011 By Harrisburg Injury Lawyer in Auto Accident, Car Accident Lawyer, Motorcycle Accident Lawyer, Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer With | Comments OffA motorcycle crash sent a 45-year-old Philadelphia man to the hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The death is the first in connection with the Motorsports Park. “The entire New Jersey Motorsports Park organization offers its sincere condolences to the family,” park General Manager Brad Scott said in a statement. “Our thoughts, prayers and …
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State Police Earn “DUI Top Gun” Awards
Posted Nov 10th, 2011 By Harrisburg Injury Lawyer in Auto Accident, Car Accident Lawyer, Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer With | Comments OffPennsylvania State Police troopers are being recognized for combating drinking and driving. Three officers were recognized Wednesday among 66 total across the state. They received the 2011 DUI Top Gun Awards. The Pennsylvania Driving Under the Influence Association announced the award recipients in Lancaster. The association was founded in order “to reduce deaths and injuries …
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Pennsylvania Law Forbids Obstructed Driving
Posted Nov 10th, 2011 By Harrisburg Injury Lawyer in Auto Accident, Car Accident Lawyer, Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer With | Comments OffMotorists are advised to use extra caution while driving this season, due to hazards such as frost, sun glare, and wet leaves. Slippery conditions may lead to car wrecks or falls. Drivers should driver carefully, especially in areas where winding or narrow roads create tricky situations. Frost may also cause problems, and areas of the …
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Texting and Driving Ban Signed into Law
Posted Nov 10th, 2011 By Harrisburg Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer With | Comments OffWednesday, Governor Corbett signed into law a bill which bans texting and driving. The law goes into effect in four months. “Today with the stroke of a pen I hope we’re going to be able to save lives,” stated Governor Corbett. He was joined by members of the Pennsylvania State Police while signing the bill. …
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Salmonella Found in Beef Jerky
Posted Nov 9th, 2011 By Harrisburg Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer, Product Liability, Product Recall With | Comments OffWhittington’s Jerky Inc. is recalling their beef jerky because it could be contaminated with salmonella. The recalled jerky has an establish number “EST. 21257″ and includes 2 and 4-ounce packages of the originial beef jerky which was produced October 31. The problem was discovered when the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service …
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Toyota Recalls Cars for Power Steering Defect
Posted Nov 9th, 2011 By Harrisburg Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer, Product Liability, Product Recall With | Comments OffA problem with the power steering systems on over half a million cars was found by automaker Toyota, which resulted in the recall of 555,000 cars. The defective part was found to be the crankshaft pulley, which may become misaligned, causing the belt which powers the power steering to fall off the system. The cars …
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MyKey Technology Stops Texting while Driving
Posted Nov 9th, 2011 By Harrisburg Injury Lawyer in Auto Accident, Car Accident Lawyer, Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer With | Comments OffThe MyKey technology by Ford prevents drivers from texting and calling while driving. The system works by diverting calls to voicemail and saving text messages for viewing at a later time. The “Do Not Distrub” feature also keeps the stereo’s volume low and allows the vehicle’s owner to keep track of the vehicle’s speed. This …
