Amusement park worker hit by roller coaster
A worker at an amusement park in Pennsylvania was injured after being hit by a roller coaster on March 26. The worker was injured while a new roller coaster at Knoebels Amusement Resort was being tested. The man suffered from a broken hand and a laceration on his head when...
New test could distinguish bacterial from viral infections
Innovation is one of the things in medicine that everyone roots for. So when new discoveries are found to make things easier or to ensure patient safety, it is worth reporting. A new test has been developed that can help doctors differentiate between bacterial and viral infections. The test is...
Cross country trip the latest test for self-driving SUV
Automakers know that in order to keep up with customer demand, they must continually make innovations. This is why you see changes with how a car looks each year. Engines and interiors change from year to year, and the technology changes as well. So it is no secret that in...
Fast food workers challenge workplace safety
As some Pennsylvania workers may know, fast food workers face challenges from burn injuries. Multiple complaints have been filed with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. The workers contend that workplace safety is compromised due to working conditions. According to the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health’s poll of...
What your attorney will want to know after an accident
Being in a truck accident is undoubtedly a traumatic event. You certainly don’t want to have to relive it, but in the event that you have to bring a legal accident to assert your rights, you will have to procure some important (and emotional) painful information to help your case....
Many eligible workers fail to file for workers’ compensation
Pennsylvania workers may be interested to learn that on March 4, the Labor Department released a report charging that the workers’ compensation system is inadequate and is a contributing factor in the growing gap between the rich and poor. According to the report, an on-the-job injury affected workers’ earnings for...
Do you have to buy insurance from a rental car agency?
If you are planning for a spring break getaway, chances are you thinking of renting a car when you reach your destination. As part of the process, you are likely going to be offered insurance to protect yourself, your family and belongings as well as the car. They will quote...
Can a pothole lead to injuries?
Believe it or not, the snow is gradually melting in our region. It is a telltale sign of spring, which means that Punxsatawney Phil actually knew something that we didn’t know. So with the longer days and warmer weather, our roads should be in better shape, right? After all, we...
Parents of teen deemed brain dead after surgery sue hospital
Having a child injured during what is supposed to be a low risk surgery is a parent’s worst nightmare. Unfortunately the nightmare became true for the parents of a California teen who was undergoing surgery for sleep apnea. The child experienced complications during surgery where her heart apparently stopped beating....
Dangers of silica exposure in Pennsylvania workplaces
Natural stone countertops are extremely popular, resulting in the employment of many in the associated manufacturing, finishing and installation industries. Workers whose regular employment involves working with natural stone have a heightened risk of developing serious health problems through exposure to silica. They should thus take preventative measures in order...
Can a surgical mask protect patients from disease
One of the most common things in a hospital setting has to be the surgical mask. They may be almost as universal as standard hospital scrubs. Masks are used to protect against the transmission of harmful germs that can contribute to disease. During the height of flu season and during...
Dangerous railroad crossings may be too expensive to replace
Car accidents involving moving trains are certainly tragic, but they are unfortunately preventable incidents. It is especially concerning given the number of railroad crossings in Pennsylvania without protective gates. Also troubling are crossings where a car may inadvertently become trapped on the tracks. Such was likely the case in a...
The safety risks in using nail guns on a construction job
Pennsylvania construction firms typically carry workers’ compensation insurance to address on-the-job injuries such as those involving nail guns. Although these tools provide important benefits by allowing for greater construction productivity, their heavy use often results in accidents. Proper safety measures may minimize the risks, but it is also important to...
Nurse who contracted Ebola to sue hospital that employed her
It may seem that the Ebola outbreak was so long ago that people may not remember how pervasive the fear over the disease was. It may also be lost on people how many physicians and nurses were infected with it (or suspected to be infected) and how much controversy the...