When a child is injured due to a defective product, it can be an overwhelming experience for parents and guardians. From toys and car seats to household items and medical devices, children are especially vulnerable to harm from unsafe products. In such situations,...
Truck accidents are becoming a growing concern in Pennsylvania, with both the frequency and severity of crashes on the rise. These accidents often lead to devastating injuries and fatalities, leaving those injured and their families to face significant emotional and...
Trucking accidents often result in severe damage, making it crucial to determine who is responsible. Unlike typical car accidents, the process of assigning liability in trucking accidents involves multiple parties, each of whom may share some fault. Understanding the...
Not all work-related injuries and illnesses are reported. This means a concerning number of employees are missing out on the benefits they deserve. But what causes these employees not to report their cases? Here are three reasons: Fear of retaliation It's not uncommon...
When does “your time” end and “your employer’s time” begin? This is an important question if you happen to get injured and hope to have workers’ compensation benefits cover your medical care and lost wages. The “going and coming” rule states that workers’ compensation...
Sustaining a work injury or contracting an occupational illness may make you eligible for workers' compensation benefits. This insurance can cover the costs you incur due to the injury or disease. Here are four examples of the damages you can claim: 1. Payment of lost...
It’s very dangerous to text and drive. In most places, it’s prohibited. Cellphones have massively increased the frequency of distracted driving, to the point that they are the first thing most people think of when considering distracted driving issues. But it is...
Employee misclassification is an all-too-common problem, despite laws against it and penalties for businesses determined to be guilty of it. It involves classifying a person who meets the legal requirements of an employee as an independent contractor. Pennsylvania...
In Pennsylvania, workers across many industries face daily hazards that can lead to severe injuries or even fatalities. From the high-risk environments of mining and construction to the unpredictable nature of agricultural work, the state’s labor force is engaged in...
Did you know that most car accidents have just one root cause? Of course, there can be many different factors that contribute to the crash. A drunk driver could cause one accident, while a distracted driver causes another. A fatigued driver could nod off behind the...