Most employers in Pennsylvania are required by law to carry insurance to cover the expenses associated with a worker’s injuries in the event of an accident. Despite these regulations, some employers attempt to save money by not carrying such coverage. This can leave injured workers struggling to make ends meet. Luckily, there is assistance available … Read more
May 23, 2013 A new study has shown that driving with a pet in the car can be just as dangerous as operating a cellphone behind the wheel, especially for the elderly. Researchers examined crash reports and determined that accident rates were higher for those who regularly drove with a pet. The highest accident rate … Read more
May 15, 2013 Last year, medical malpractice payouts from across the United States totaled $3.6 billion. Now, a new study has shown that a significant portion of that money came from Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice Lawsuits. According to The Clinical Advisor, the study examined information that was culminated in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ … Read more
March 28, 2013 Data shows that in the event of a motorcycle accident, there is 98 percent likelihood that the rider of the bike involved in the crash will sustain an injury. Unfortunately though, the costs associated with these injuries can often leave the victim with nothing to spare. An Eden, New York, woman is … Read more
January 24, 2013 A prominent Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, couple recently filed a Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice lawsuit in United States District Court against a luxury drug and alcohol rehabilitation center located in Palm Beach, Florida. A story from The Philly Post explained the lawsuit claims negligent acts committed by doctors and staff at the facility were the direct cause of pain, … Read more
December 20, 2012 Johns Hopkins University researchers found that despite efforts to improve patient safety in medical facilities, thousands of errors occur each year that leave patients in worse shape than they were in when they went to see a doctor. The Wall Street Journal reports the study found that each year, approximately 4,000 “Never-Events” … Read more
As summer is now in full swing, there is a good chance that you’ll be taking part in some water activities this weekend. Maybe you’ll be swimming in a pool or the ocean. Maybe you’ll be boating on a lake or a river. Whatever it is that you’ll be doing, remember that while playing in … Read more
A recent headline in USA Today warns travelers about food safety violations at airport restaurants. Some of the violations are: 1. Tuna salad and turkey sandwiches are stored at dangerously warm temperatures. 2. Raw meat contaminated. 3. Rat droppings. 4. Kitchens lack soap for workers to wash hands. These are national chains located in airports … Read more
October 21, 2009 According to The Associated Press, the Consumer Product Safety Commission decided to write new mandatory rules for recreational off-highway vehicles because more than 100 people have died in off-road vehicle accidents since 2003. Read More
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