Winter driving requires that motorists shift their approach. Drivers need to adjust their daily habits and become more proactive about monitoring road conditions before leaving home and while on the road. Obviously, big drifts of snow are a safety concern, but there...
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How workers’ compensation can help when an employee dies
Losing a loved one unexpectedly is tragic in any situation. It can be particularly difficult for survivors to cope with losing a family member due to their employment. The deceased employee’s efforts to support the family result in his or her premature demise. The...
3 important rules that apply to wrongful death lawsuits
The law in Pennsylvania often imposes liability on individuals and businesses when they cause harm to others. In some cases, a party who was negligent or broke the law might have insurance to help compensate the people harmed by their behavior. Other times, the party...
3 factors to review when evaluating a crash settlement offer
After a car crash, there are certain necessary steps that those affected need to take. For example, working with an insurance company to secure compensation is a common experience following a major motor vehicle collision. Insurance can help cover the basic expenses...
Chemical Exposure in the Workplace: 5 Industries at High Risk in Central Pennsylvania
Some jobs are objectively more dangerous than others. They expose people to particularly consequential workplace hazards. Truckers are at risk of crashes on the job, while security professionals could end up injured by a criminal trying to flee the premises. Chemical...
Bitten by a security dog: Understanding your rights
Walking into a commercial establishment that uses guard dogs to ramp up security can make you feel safe. So, it may understandably come as a surprise if a security dog attacks and bites you. Understanding your rights and the steps you need to take after such an...
There is more than one way for a crash to injure the human brain
It is a surprisingly common occurrence for people to overlook brain injuries immediately after a car crash. There are many reasons why people may not recognize the warning signs of a traumatic brain injury (TBI). The delayed onset of symptoms is one consideration. It...
The hidden dangers of asbestos: What Pennsylvania workers need to know
Some workers who handle asbestos or have done so previously downplay how dangerous it is. They think because they haven't fallen ill that they aren't at risk of developing a medical condition as a result of their exposure. The unfortunate reality for workers exposed...
Why does load securement on semitrucks matter?
Semitrucks carry heavy loads across the country. In some cases, cargo is large or bulky. Regardless of the type of cargo that a semitruck is hauling, it must be properly secured. This effort may be handled by a loading company or by a trucker. There are many unsafe...
When negligent security contributes to criminal activity
Every business that makes its facilities open to the public risks a degree of premises liability. The term premises liability refers to legal and financial responsibility for injuries incurred by others due to the condition of a property. Businesses with public...