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Tesla’s Self-Driving Technology Under Probe After 58 Incidents

Samuel O'Connell — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 23:52:42 +0000

The National Highway Safety Administration, in a filing dated Tuesday, October 7, 2025, reported 58 incidents of Tesla autonomous vehicles violating traffic safety laws while in full self-driving mode. Many of the Tesla drivers stated that car gave no warning about unexpected behaviors.

In August, 2025, a Miami jury found Tesla partly responsible for a deadly 2019 crash in Florida while in “auto pilot driver assist” mode (which is different than full self-driving). The jury verdict was in the amount of $240 million.

This new investigation covers 2.8 million vehicles

Essentially all Teslas equipped with Full Self-Driving technology (“FSD”). This investigation follows other probes into the FSD features on Teslas which has been blamed for several injuries and deaths. Tesla has repeatedly stated that the system cannot drive itself and human drivers must be ready to intervene at all times.

Tesla is also under investigation by the National Highway Transportation Safety Agency (NHTSA) for its “summon technology” that allows drivers to tell their cars to drive to their locations to pick them up – a feature that has reportedly led to parking lot collisions.

There are particular problems in low visibility conditions – including one case in which a pedestrian was killed.

Tesla is under pressure to demonstrate it has corrected these defects. In the meantime, Tesla promises to put hundreds of thousands of self-driving Tesla cars and Tesla robo-taxis on roads by the end of 2026.

As technology continues to evolve, so do the legal questions surrounding responsibility, safety, and accountability. If you or someone you love has been injured in a crash involving a self-driving or autonomous vehicle, it’s important to speak with an experienced attorney who understands both the law and the technology behind these cases. The team at O’Donnell Law Offices has decades of experience representing accident victims throughout Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, and Northeastern Pennsylvania. We fight to hold negligent drivers and manufacturers accountable and to secure the justice and compensation our clients deserve. Contact O’Donnell Law Offices today for a free consultation.

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The Anatomy of a Motorcycle Crash — A Medical-Legal Perspective

JPerry — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:43:49 +0000

Motorcycle Riders Face Serious Risks on Pennsylvania Roads

Motorcycling offers freedom—but that freedom comes with serious risk. According to the National Safety Council, motorcycle riders account for only 0.6% of total vehicle miles traveled but make up over 15% of all traffic fatalities.

As both an attorney and a former registered nurse, I’ve seen firsthand just how catastrophic motorcycle injuries can be. The absence of a protective frame, airbags, or seatbelt means riders are completely exposed when something goes wrong.

Common Motorcycle Crash Injuries

Here are just a few of the most frequent and severe injuries I’ve encountered in my work with motorcycle accident victims:

Femur fractures from legs striking handlebars in front-end impacts
Severe head injuries, even when helmets are worn
Chest trauma, including fractured ribs and lung injuries
Pneumothorax or hemothorax (collapsed or blood-filled lungs)
Road rash and deep abrasions from sliding across pavement
Bone fractures and amputations from high-speed ejections

These injuries don’t just impact your body—they impact your recovery timeline, your finances, and your family’s future.

Hidden Danger: Infection After a Motorcycle Accident

One of the most overlooked risks following a motorcycle crash is infection.

Injured riders often come into contact with dirty surfaces—roads, guardrails, and vehicle undercarriages. This increases the chance of infection, especially in:

Compound fractures, where bone breaks through the skin
Lacerations and abrasions, which are vulnerable to environmental bacteria
Prophylactic antibiotics are often necessary to prevent complications like sepsis or pneumonia.

Why You Should Seek Immediate Medical Attention

Even if you feel “okay” after a crash, internal injuries and infections can develop silently over hours or days. Immediate medical evaluation can prevent long-term health issues—and it also helps document your condition if you need to pursue legal action.

We Understand Motorcycle Injuries from Both Sides

At O’Donnell Law Offices, we approach your case with both legal and medical knowledge. As a former RN, I understand what your injuries mean, how they impact your life, and how to advocate for the compensation you’ll need to move forward.

Injured in a Motorcycle Crash in Wilkes-Barre or Beyond?

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident in Wilkes-Barre, Kingston, Scranton, Hazleton, or anywhere in Pennsylvania, contact us today. We offer free consultations, and you don’t pay unless we win.

Let us help you get the care—and compensation—you deserve.

About the Author: Attorney Joshua Perry

Joshua Perry is a personal injury attorney at O'Donnell Law Offices with a unique perspective—before practicing law, he worked as a registered nurse. His combined legal and medical background allows him to understand the full scope of his clients’ injuries and advocate more effectively on their behalf. Josh focuses on serious injury cases, including motorcycle accidents, where his clinical insight and trial experience make a powerful difference. He proudly serves clients across Northeastern Pennsylvania, including Wilkes-Barre, Kingston, Scranton, and Hazleton.

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Motorcycle Accident in PA: What One Couple Did Right

Michael O'Donnell — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 23:09:10 +0000

Motorcycle Accidents Are Almost Always a Matter of When—Not If

When it comes to riding a motorcycle, it’s not a question of if you’ll be involved in an accident—it’s when. As personal injury attorneys, we’ve seen it time and again: even the safest, most experienced riders are vulnerable on the road. The reality is, the automobile almost always wins—and when a crash happens, the injuries can be life-altering.

Real Case: A Pennsylvania Couple’s Motorcycle Accident

I recently had the privilege of representing a husband and wife who were out enjoying a quiet Sunday afternoon ride on their Harley Davidson. As they traveled down a straight stretch of State highway with the right of way, a pickup truck pulled out from a side street and collided with them—striking the husband directly on his left leg. The force of the impact caused multiple fractures, including a compound fracture, where the bone broke through the skin.

There were no weather issues, no visibility concerns—just a driver who failed to observe two motorcyclists lawfully using the road.

Why Motorcycle Insurance Coverage Matters

Thankfully, my clients were prepared. They carried multiple first-party insurance policies with the same insurer—an often overlooked but critical form of protection. In motorcycle cases, we frequently see policies that lack sufficient coverage to handle the full cost of medical care, lost wages, and other damages. In this case, the at-fault driver had modest liability limits, meaning my clients had to rely on their own policies to pay for immediate expenses.

We were able to resolve all insurance claims at maximum value. While the compensation couldn’t take away the surgeries, the pain, the permanent hardware placed in his leg—or the anniversary trip they had to cancel—it did help restore some measure of stability. And that’s exactly what the civil justice system is meant to do.

Lessons for Pennsylvania Motorcycle Riders

Many riders never experience this kind of trauma—but some do. And when they do, preparation is everything. Max out your coverage. Stack your policies. Always wear protective gear. In this case, the wife escaped relatively unharmed thanks to her gear and her husband’s quick thinking. But it could have easily been a different story.

Contact a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Wilkes-Barre Today

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident in Pennsylvania—including Wilkes-Barre, Kingston, Scranton, or Hazleton—don’t wait to get help. Contact O’Donnell Law Offices today for a free consultation. We’ll fight to get you the justice and compensation you deserve.

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