Wal-Mart agrees to settle lawsuit brought by Tracy Morgan
Since his horrific accident last summer, we have chronicled the plight of comedian Tracy Morgan as he attempts to recover from the injuries he suffered when the limousine van he was riding in was struck by a Wal-Mart semi-truck. In the midst of his recovery, he filed a lawsuit claiming...
How to deal with the 100 deadliest days of summer for teens
Now that Memorial Day weekend has passed, the most anticipated days of summer are coming. Who doesn’t like the long, warm days (and nights) where hanging out with friends dominates the season. Summer is nirvana for teen drivers, especially those who recently obtained their licenses during the school year. Indeed,...
Falling remains a major factor in workplace accidents
Despite decades of widespread education about the dangers of falls in the workplace, falling remains one of the top reasons for workplace accidents. While the construction industry remains the primary industry in which fatal falls occur, the risk is present in nearly all other industries as well. Even workplace tasks...
Memorial Day weekend driving in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, Memorial Day weekend is the beginning of the summer driving season. With lower gas prices, you can bet that people will be on the road (especially on Friday) to get to their favorite summer destination. With more people on the road, you can expect traffic delays. You can...
What are the most dangerous hazards in the construction industry?
With tens of thousands of people employed in the Pennsylvania construction industry, safety is often a key concern. This is true for both workers and the contractors who employ these workers. These types of careers involve a variety of tasks such as demolition, roofing, roadwork, carpentry, electrical work and many...
Why teen drivers should be concerned about graduation season
For many teens and young adults, graduation is probably the most exciting time of their lives. It is a chance to celebrate all the hard work they have put in to get to this point, and to be optimistic about their futures. You would be hard pressed to find a...
Helpful tips inspired by motorcycle safety month
If you have seen more motorcycles on the road than usual, it may be because riders know that May is motorcycle safety month. More than just a celebration of motorcycle riders, it is about knowing how drivers can be more diligent about seeing motorcyclists. After all, a car-motorcycle accident could...
Accidents in Pennsylvania’s industrial workforce
By their very nature, industrial companies throughout Pennsylvania are the sites of worker accidents from time to time. From manufacturing to the chemical industry to warehouse careers, these jobs can be dangerous to those who do the heavy lifting and other types of work. While workers’ compensation is an enormous...
What pieces of evidence can help in an auto accident case?
In every personal injury case involving a car accident, proving fault is a necessity. After all, in order for someone to be held liable for causing an accident, there must be some form of proof showing that a driver failed to use reasonable care while behind the wheel. Naturally, there...
Could your car be hacked?
The modern accoutrements that entice car buyers, such as electronic starters, keyless entry systems and in-car WiFi systems are almost too good to pass up; even on entry level vehicles. However, there is a hidden danger that many people may not even be aware of. In fact, many people are...
Planning ahead reduces heat-related worker injuries
Workplaces that expose workers to extreme heat could inflict heat stress illnesses. Heat stroke presents the worst risk to Pennsylvania workers in hot conditions because it is potentially deadly. The federal Occupational Health and Safety Administration recommends that employers keep workers aware of heat illness risks and establish procedures to...
Could potential tire failures lead to speed limit changes?
With a few weeks before the summer driving season begins (i.e. Memorial Day weekend) the NHTSA has raised a concern about potential truck accidents on highways. New administrator Mark Rosekind recently called for action against states that have raised their speed limits to 75 miles-per-hour and higher because of concerns...