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Traffic in Pittsburgh isn’t just frustrating — it’s becoming dangerous Traffic congestion in Pittsburgh is worse than ever, according to a new nationwide traffic study by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute. “Traffic is getting worse in metro Pittsburgh — drivers now spend nearly 18% more time stuck in congestion than before the pandemic, a new report…

Upgrades seek to prevent fatal pedestrian crashes through better design and enforcement In the heart of Pittsburgh’s university district, tragedy has driven change. After two pedestrians were killed within a year near the University of Pittsburgh Medical School, city officials, university leaders, and community advocates joined forces to reimagine safety in one of the city’s…

Speed-related crashes can be devastating for accident victims and their families Larimer Avenue has long been a concern for residents in Pittsburgh’s East End. A recent city traffic study revealed that out of nearly 5,000 vehicles traveling the road daily, an astounding 97% were speeding. The study also found that 15% of drivers hit speeds…

Data shows that about 16% of all crashes in Pennsylvania happen on Fridays Most of us don’t think about the danger of being in a car accident when we get behind the wheel. Driving is such a routine part of life that it’s easy to forget the risks. But data shows not every day carries…

New Street Designs Hope to Increase Pedestrian Safety in Pittsburgh Drivers will have to go out of their way to avoid the newly raised crosswalk on Federal Street. That’s the point. As pedestrian crashes increase, Pittsburgh is redesigning its streets to slow drivers down and eliminate excuses for collisions. The project, located at the intersection…

Hiring the Right Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Can Make or Break Your Claim Navigating a pedestrian accident case in Pittsburgh comes with its own set of challenges. The city’s narrow streets, blind corners, and poorly marked intersections can contribute to crashes, but also create ambiguity in fault determination. Accidents near universities, hospitals, and downtown corridors often…

How a Pittsburgh Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Can Help Reconstruct What Really Happened Not many people realize that Pennsylvania is one of the few states where motorcycle riders are not required to wear helmets — if they’re over 21 and have two years of riding experience or complete an approved safety course. But while the law…

Here’s a fact that surprises many: distracted driving is just as dangerous in work zones as drunk driving — and often deadlier. The split-second distraction of glancing at a phone can have catastrophic consequences when lanes narrow, barriers close in, and road workers are just feet away from passing traffic. In Pennsylvania, the danger isn’t…

Falls are one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and the impact can be far more serious than it might seem at first. A slip and fall that seems minor can still lead to lasting brain damage, with effects that may not show up right away. The truth is, TBIs from falls…

After years of rising traffic fatalities, Pennsylvania is finally seeing a decline in highway deaths. Recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that the state recorded an estimated 866 traffic fatalities in the first nine months of 2024, a 3.8% decrease from the same period in 2023. This shift marks a…