If you have been charged with a crime, the actions you take following the arrest can make or break your defense. Here are common mistakes you should avoid when interacting with the police. Talking Your Way Out of an Arrest Many times people will try to...
Although burn injuries are not as common as other types of injuries sustained from automobile accidents, crashes that result in fire can cause devastating injuries or even death to victims. Burns can cause serious pain and often require rehabilitation depending on how serious the injury...
Whiplash is a soft tissue neck injury that will often occur in a car accident when the victim’s head is suddenly jolted backward and forwards. The sudden movement can damage the soft tendons, ligaments, and muscles in your neck as a result of being stretched...
If you or a loved one has been injured in a slip and fall accident it's important to remember that the steps you take immediately following the incident are crucial to building the best possible case. Here are six steps to take immediately after a slip...
When someone suffers a job injury they need to know what to do and what not to do. Common mistakes can often end up decreasing the potential settlement or benefits someone may receive. Here are the top five mistakes that people make after being injured...
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the largest transit system in Pennsylvania and the sixth largest in the United States. SEPTA carries millions of people every year aboard its subways, trains, buses, and trolleys. Due to the high volume of people who ride on...
What Takes Place in the Delivery Room? The birth of a baby is one of the most exciting and anticipated times in people’s lives. The delivery room should be a place where everyone is focused on the delivery of a healthy and injury-free baby. Lack of...
We depend greatly on doctors and medical professionals to do the best job they can. But, even the most trusted healthcare professionals make mistakes. Medical malpractice is an issue that is far too common these days. Anesthesia is essential to prevent patients from feeling any...
Traffic accidents involving commercial trucks cause thousands of injuries each year. The size and weight of commercial trucks leads to catastrophic odds for the passengers in smaller vehicles. One out of every eight highway-related deaths in the U.S. involves large commercial trucks. According to the DOT,...
With record low temperatures recorded all across the United States, it’s important for people to stay safe during the winter months. Fireplaces, space heaters, and in-home heaters can all cause potential fire hazards when in use. According to the National Fire Protection Association, in 2016...