An 11-year-old boy was brought to a Philadelphia hospital for rehabilitation after a serious car accident that occurred earlier this month. The crash was caused by an intoxicated driver who rear-ended the vehicle carrying the little boy, another child, and the little boy's father.
Is it medical malpractice to operate on the wrong eye?
When a doctor, nurse or other medical staff member makes a mistake on a patient, the resulting injuries can be serious. Some surgical errors can be fixed by additional medical procedures. But in some cases the extent of the damage from the mistake are not immediately clear.
Pennsylvania gas company worker struck in face
When a worker suffers a work-related injury, a number of challenges can arise. Physically, a worker may be unable to perform job functions while recovering from the injury. In those situations, finances can become tight as the cost of medications and treatments grow.
Pennsylvania police car smashed between box truck and semi truck
Very early this morning, a multi-vehicle accident occurred in York County and involved a police officer who was transporting a prisoner. The officer crashed into a box truck in front of the police car that had begun to slow down.
Serious injuries result after head-on car crash in Pennsylvania
Imagine driving at night and seeing headlights coming towards you. It happens so suddenly and with no time to react, you get into a serious car accident. While this may seem like many drivers' worst nightmare, it was realty for three men who were driving through Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia motorcyclist killed, other driver flees crash scene
In Pennsylvania, the spring and summer months bring out motorcycling enthusiasts who take to the roads. But for some riders, sharing the road with much larger vehicles can sometimes result in motorcycle accidents. Getting into a motorcycle crash can result in serious injuries like a head injury, multiple broken bones, and soft tissue damage.
Philadelphia jury awards settlement in medical malpractice suit
When a patient goes to see a doctor, the patient relies on the doctor. There is a certain standard of care that patients expect from medical professionals. But when a doctor or nurse is negligent in providing care, the patient could suffer serious harm as a result of a mistake.
Man sentenced to one year in prison for fatal car accident
Almost three years ago today, a father had been driving his daughter and her best friend when their vehicle was struck by an SUV that was traveling in the opposite direction. The car accident was fatal, taking the life of the man's 12-year-old daughter. The man and his daughter's best friend both sustained serious injuries.
Pennsylvania workers exposed to high levels of lead
In most instances, employees who have been injured on-the-job are entitled to workers' compensation. It is important to notify a supervisor or employer if an injury occurs in the workplace. This is helpful, especially since injuries can become worse over time.
