Auto Accident Attorney

HAZLETON, CONYNGHAM VALLEY, BLOOMSBURG, FRACKVILLE, NORTHEAST PA

Auto Accidents on Interstates

The Interstate highways are the arteries that carry the lifeblood of the nation. These well-designed roadways attract the highest volume of vehicle traffic because they provide fast, unimpeded access to all parts of the country. The speed and volume of traffic increases the danger of auto accidents. Auto accidents on Interstates are more common and usually more deadly because of these two factors.

Because of the variety of vehicles using the Interstate highway, there are many types of vehicle accidents that occur, including:

• SUV Rollover accidents
• Collisions with other vehicles
• Running off the road
• Truck accidents
• Motorcycle accidents

In 2007, there were 1,491 fatal automobile accidents in Pennsylvania alone. Nationwide there are more than 40,000 fatal auto accidents every year, many of those occurring on Interstate highways. There are several Interstate highways in the Wilkes-Barre, Hazelton, and Sugarloaf areas. Auto accidents on Interstates are a distinct possibility, no matter how safely you drive. If you are involved in an auto accident on the Interstate in Pennsylvania, the Falvello Law Firm can help you cut through all the red tape.

There are many factors that result in auto accidents on Interstates. The fastest growing concern is distracted driving caused by people talking on their cell phones. Other factors include:

• Caravanning
• Speeding
• Drunk driving
• Falling asleep

Driving on the Interstate is a thrilling, but often dangerous experience. With all those other drivers making those kinds of mistakes, it is imperative to drive defensively to avoid becoming a victim of someone else's careless driving.

Make a checklist of important points to remember, just in case you are ever involved in an auto accident.

• Never admit fault
• Take pictures of the accident with your camera phone
• Write down any statements made by the at-fault driver
• File your insurance claim early while the details of the accident are fresh
• Co-operate with first responders

Being involved in an accident is an emotionally draining experience. Dealing with medical and auto insurance claims are typically the last things you want to worry about. Consider hiring an experienced auto accident attorney to help you manage all these details. If are involved in an on the Interstate highway near Wilkes-Barre, Hazelton or anywhere in Northeast PA, please contact the Falvello Law Firm today for a free initial consultation.