Harrisburg Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
How common are aggressive drivers?
In addition to remaining alert for inclement weather, damaged roadways and other dangers, drivers should also be aware of the risk caused by other drivers’ decisions. One common source of danger is aggressive driving. How common is aggressive driving? Drivers exhibit...
3 dangerous types of forklift accidents
In warehouse and production settings, forklifts are a key tool for employees. However, this machinery can also lead to the risk of accidents both for those operating the forklift and for those working around it. What accidents might you experience when working with or...
4 delayed symptoms that might indicate a severe injury
After an accident, many people’s first response is to check for injuries. Unfortunately, while you may think your injuries are minor, a doctor’s examination might tell a different story. Some symptoms of severe injuries may not appear immediately, and these hidden...
4 hidden workplace hazards
Many workplace hazards are immediately apparent: power tools, heavy machinery, toxic chemicals and other risks. However, other risks may go unnoticed in a workplace. What hidden workplace hazards should you be aware of? 1. Sedentary work While many might think that...
The impact of scarring and other disfiguring injuries
Many injured people experience pain, medical struggles and physical limitations after an accident. These medical challenges are not the only way injuries can impact a person's life. While scarring, paralysis, damage to the bone structure and other injuries that change...
What risks can rain cause on the roadway?
Spring rain can bring new growth, but it also brings new risks to people as they drive. How might a rainy day put drivers on Pennsylvania roadways at risk? Why are rainy days dangerous for drivers? Rain can create a wide variety of risks on the road. Especially in...
The potential risks of working around pallet racking
Pallet racking allows warehouse facilities to store more within the same floor plan by storing those objects at a height. However, it can also create risks for the people working in those warehouses. What risks should workers be aware of? Pallet racking often requires...
What is a property owner’s duty to visitors to their property?
When you visit a business or pass through a neighborhood, you place your trust in the owner of the property. However, some property owners do not uphold their responsibility to visitors and that can put the public at risk. What do property owners owe visitors to their...
What neck, back and spinal injuries might a car accident cause?
Any injury to the neck, back or spine could have a significant impact on your life. Car accidents are a common cause of these injuries throughout the United States. What should you know about car accidents and neck and back injuries? 4 crash-related injuries Neck and...
The dangers of lung disease for construction workers
When you think about work-related injuries in the construction industry, you may immediately think of falls or accidents related to power tools and heavy equipment. However, another danger may be in the air around construction workers throughout their day. What should...
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