The Falvello Law Firm

Sunday, November 30, 2008

Auto Accidents on Interstates

Interstate 80 is one of the primary arteries of the Interstate Highway System and makes up the longest stretch of Interstate in Pennsylvania. Large stretches of Interstate 80 are far away from emergency services. Responding to auto accidents on the Interstate may take longer as rural communities must respond to the accident and may be required to transport accident victims farther.

When accidents happen on Interstate 80, especially in the winter, they are typically huge pile-ups with multiple vehicles involved. The number of injuries often put additional strain on already strapped emergency resources. Whether the accident is caused by icy roads, wintery white out conditions or fog, pile-ups are deadly dangerous. One main problem with these types of accidents is determining who is at fault. While one car may have caused the initial wreck, other vehicles may be the cause of further damage or injury.

The two most important factors in fatal auto accidents on Interstates are speed and inattention. Weather conditions exacerbate both, making it a deadly combination. When bad weather sets in, slow down and pay attention. If you find yourself in an auto accident on Pennsylvania freeways, please contact the Falvello Law Firm to consult with an experienced auto accident attorney. You are going to need an experienced attorney to help file your auto accident insurance claim and to untangle the mess to find the responsible party.

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