There are many reasons why a Pennsylvania resident would choose to travel by foot. Whether it is for necessity, convenience, exercise or recreation, pedestrians have the right to expect that drivers will safely share the road. Sadly, many drivers choose to engage in...
Month: October 2015
Distracted driving: an increased chance of a car accident
The dangers of texting and driving are well-documented, but this dangerous behavior continues to be a problem in Pennsylvania and across the country. One reason that this behavior is so dangerous is that it involves all three types of distraction: cognitive, manual...
Protecting injured workers in the oil and gas industries
Gas drilling is an important industry in Pennsylvania, but it is an occupation that can pose certain hazards for workers. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has outlined safety standards for drill sites and employers. However, many sites have...
Jogger hurt in drunk driving car accident
Drunk driving is a danger to all drivers and passengers on Pennsylvania roads, but it also poses a unique risk to pedestrians, cyclists and joggers. A recent drunk driving car accident resulted in the serious injury of a jogger, underscoring the danger of this...
What are the options for victims of truck accidents?
The large steel frame of a semi truck can cause serious harm to a smaller vehicle. The damage from truck accidents is often quite catastrophic, frequently inflicting harm on innocent drivers and passengers. When Pennsylvania residents believe that they or loved ones...
Secure the benefits you need with the help of an SSDI lawyer
Pennsylvania readers who have sought Social Security benefits know how difficult it is obtain what is needed and deserved. In order to secure Social Security Disability benefits, the applicant must prove that he or she is suffering from a legitimate physical or mental...
Pedestrian vs. car accident kills 1, injures 2 others
There are certain procedures that are usually followed by Pennsylvania law enforcement officials and prosecutors after a fatal car accident. First, a toxicology sample from the driver or drivers must be taken and analyzed. Then, the information gathered by police...
Preventing workplace injuries by protecting employee from heat
While fall does bring cooler temperatures, it does not mean that employers do not have to take measures to protect workers from heat exposure. Seasonal changes do not eliminate the need for employers to follow safety standards because workplace injuries related to...
Safety violations common source of many workplace injuries
Pennsylvania workers know that proper training and the use of safety equipment are two of the main ways to avoid workplace accidents. Another key to workplace safety is preventing safety violations, a responsibility that lies with managers, employers and supervisors....