What better way to get in the Halloween spirit than to read up on some of the silliest and spookiest Halloween lawsuits? Some resulted in a win for the plaintiff and some did not, but either way, these Halloween personal injury lawsuits make for an interesting read and may have you reconsider you next Halloween […]
The marketplace allows us to have great access to new appliances and products every year to make our lives easier. But, consumers are not aware of the defective products until someone gets seriously injured or killed. The drive for profits in today’s marketplace influences companies to produce at, what they call, optimal and efficient output […]
Have you even been concerned about working in unsafe/hazardous workplace conditions while on the job? Under a federal law known as the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA), employers are responsible for providing a safe and healthy workplace for their workers and must follow all OSHA safety and health standards. Continue reading to […]
Every year, OSHA releases the top 10 most frequently cited workplace violations reported by federal OSHA inspectors after proper inspections of various nationwide worksites. These citations are reported to alert employers, and employees, of commonly cited violations and hazards to better improve the conditions of our nation’s workplaces. If your employer does not act promptly, […]
Recall a time when you were driving down the Pennsylvania state highway during rush hour. You then became startled by a fast passerby who was aggressively weaving in and out of traffic. Although there were no law enforcement officials around, his/her actions can certainly be deemed as reckless. However, what constitutes as “reckless driving” in […]
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 is. When you or a loved one has been burned […]
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 and fall accident: Get medical attention immediately. If you’ve […]
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 SEPTA vehicles and the amount of miles SEPTA vehicles travel, […]
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 alone, house fires killed 2,735 people and 10,750 were injured. […]
A tire blowout could happen anytime, and the aftermath can be fatal. A tire blowout is much different from a flat tire. Flat tires occur when there is a loss of pressure in the tire, whereas a tire blowout is the explosive release of the compressed air. When the air compressed inside the tire explodes, […]