The question of who is at fault in a car-pedestrian accident is not always clear cut. There are a number of factors involved, including where the accident occurred, what traffic levels were like (i.e. clear traffic or bumper to bumper) and whether either the driver or...
A construction accident killed one Pennsylvania roofer and left another seriously injured. The men, who were working for a private roofing company, were putting an aluminum ladder up against a home when it touched power lines. Both men were electrocuted, and the...
In a past post, we highlighted the hazards that can come about on Pennsylvania roads during Labor Day weekend. Essentially, the swath of traffic could lead to accidents and that drivers had to adjust. Now that fall has arrived, drivers must brace for a new set of...
In a prior post, we highlighted the fact that there have been more recalls so far in 2014 than there had been for the entire year of 2013. It appears that the recalls will keep coming; especially from General Motors, who promised a revamped effort to root out and...
Let’s face it, when we think about drivers who would be prone to distracted driving, we may think about teen drivers and those in their early 20’s. After all, this age group is more likely to be obsessed with their online social profiles, are more...
One of the most significant concerns a worker may face if an on-the-job injury occurs is whether the incident is covered by workers' compensation insurance. In Pennsylvania, a majority workers are covered, even those who are employed part-time or in seasonal...
Pennsylvania federal employees may be interested in some information about their rights regarding workplace safety. Federal law grants these rights and sets specific requirements for federal agencies. According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration,...
Korean automaker Kia has gone to great lengths to promote its brand in America. Its commercials featuring break-dancing hamsters and hip-hop music is ostensibly directed towards younger, first time car buyers. The same could be said with the series of commercials...
The newest offerings from Cadillac, Mercedes Benz, BMW and other luxury automakers will include some of the elements that will eventually be autonomous vehicles. These cars are not expected to hit the road until the end of the decade at the earliest, but the...
Workers' compensation protects individuals who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. The Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act provides for medical expenses, wage-loss compensation and other such expenses. Businesses are required to carry workers' compensation...