Child Safety

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania School Zones

Staying Safe in School Zones Throughout the State Each year numerous car accidents occur within school zones. Drivers frustrated by slower speed limits or distracted by cell phones end up in devastating collisions that can involve other drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists. If you are injured in a school zone accident, you should consult with an…

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Choosing The Right Car Seat For a Child

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When you become a parent, guardian, or caregiver, the safety and well-being of a child is of utmost importance — especially while they are still small. There are countless precautions you can take to keep a child out of harm’s way in a variety of different environments. One of the most important places to keep…

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Why Aren’t Seat Belts Required on School Buses in PA?

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Written by Gregg Freeburn Over the summer, we sent our oldest daughter to summer camp and she rode on a school bus for the first time. She was so proud and happy to sit with her friends. We waved goodbye to her from the street as she was barely able to see out of the windows on…

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One Child Killed, Two Injured After Accident at Bus Stop

School Bus Stop

Police sources in Butler County have reported two children have been injured—and another killed—when they were struck by a vehicle while waiting for a school bus. An article on this emerging story is available here. State Police in western Pennsylvania’s Butler County say three children from Summit Township were struck by a sports-utility vehicle on…

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Dick Freeburn Visited Good Day PA to Discuss Dangerous Toys of 2018

Good Day PA!

For the holiday gift shopping season, attorney Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Law recently met with the hosts of Good Day PA on ABC 27’s Good Day PA to discuss a new crop of dangerous toys and games with the potential to harm our children. A video clip of the segment appears below. Toys to Avoid…

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Reminder: August is Back to School Safety Month

Back To School Safety

  In Pennsylvania, August is Back to School Safety Month. Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Law joined ABC 27’s Good Day PA to discuss tips for the coming season. You can view the segment below: School Bus Safety Tips Statistically, buses are safe. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, riding a school bus is…

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Diono Issues Major Recall of Child Safety Car Seats

Car Seat Recall

More than 500,000 Diono child car seats have been recalled, stemming from a company test that showed they may not protect your child in a car crash. This recall includes the Radian R100, Radian R120, Radian RXT, Olympia, Pacifica and the Rainier convertible and booster seats. These car seats were made from January 2014 to…

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Start The School Year Off Right By Discussing These Safety Tips With Your Kids!

The beginning of a new school year can be an exciting time for all. New school supplies, new teachers, and new memories to be made. While we can be overwhelmed with excitement for our children, it is important not to forget to discuss safety tips with them. Whether your kids ride the bus, carpool, walk…

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