by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jun 29, 2012 | Medical Malpractice
Relatives and other properly matched donors are able to make a sacrifice of one of their own kidneys to save the life of someone suffering from kidney disease. Most of the time the willingness to help the recipient of the kidney overrides any worries about the...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jun 26, 2012 | Car Accidents
A Pennsylvania State Police trooper who caused a crash that killed a 21-year-old woman has been charged with homicide by vehicle while under the influence, DUI, careless driving and reckless driving. The car accident happened last month while the trooper was off...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jun 25, 2012 | Workplace Injuries
Earlier this month the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a release detailing citations against Heraeus Materials Technology LLC for exposing workers to dangerous levels of silver and lead. The company’s West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jun 22, 2012 | Motorcycle Accidents
Whether you’re a baby sitter, an uncle or just a friend put in charge of a child, it’s your duty to look out for the best interests of a young person, if you agree to take on that responsibility. If a child is hurt while under your care, you’re...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jun 19, 2012 | Car Accidents
In previous blog posts we’ve discussed the dangers of distracted driving, particularly among younger drivers. A recent national survey confirmed that one bad habit, sending or reading text messages behind the wheel, is particularly common among older high school...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jun 19, 2012 | Workers' Compensation
In a recent unanimous decision, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled a subcontractor was entitled to workers’ compensation benefits from the business who hired him. This is a “game-changing” decision, giving many more contractors the right to claim...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jun 14, 2012 | Workplace Injuries
June is National Safety Month, and during the week of June 10th through the 16th the National Safety Council is focusing on the issue of working ergonomically. Ergonomics involves making sure a person’s work environment and equipment appropriately fits their...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jun 12, 2012 | Medical Malpractice
Most people don’t like going to the hospital, but if you or a family member needs treatment, you probably want the most personal care possible. You may even assume doctors and nurses will remember your name, your face and your symptoms. But hospitals are chaotic...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jun 6, 2012 | Car Accidents
In a case that garnered nationwide attention, a Superior Court judge ruled that someone who sends a text message to a driver who consequently causes a car accident cannot be sued.Claims were filed against a 17-year-old girl who had allegedly sent texts to a...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jun 5, 2012 | Workplace Accidents
For many employees a hard day at the office may include long meetings or looming deadlines. These stressors seem very minor, however, compared to workers who put their bodies and lives on the line every day at work. Of the top ten most hazardous jobs in the country...
