Pedestrian safety is a priority throughout the United States. With the proliferation of young drivers, distracted drivers and drunk drivers, even crosswalks are increasingly dangerous for pedestrians. In recent years, however, the Pennsylvania Department of...
Serious head trauma can result in severe, debilitating symptoms. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be caused by a violent jolt or blow to the head. Additionally, a penetrating injury can lead to devastating cognitive changes. Whether a mild TBI or a more severe...
It’s easy to assume that roads are getting safer. After all, modern cars have safety features that earlier cars lacked. Unfortunately, the opposite trend is at work for pedestrians. Pedestrian fatalities are at their highest levels in 30 years and Pennsylvania is...
The use of emotional support animals has increased dramatically in recent years, and with good reason. Many studies have shown that animals have a beneficial effect for people suffering from mental health conditions, such as depression, PTSD and others. While most of...
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hundreds of thousands of people nationwide, including Pennsylvania, receive medical treatment for dog bites each year. The agency further reports that approximately half of all victims of dog bites are...
Slips, trips and falls happen throughout the year. However, chances of slip-and-fall accidents are significantly higher as New Year approaches. Snow and ice are your biggest enemies when you visit Pennsylvania shopping centers, hotels, restaurants, supermarkets,...
While safe driving practices and compliance with traffic rules might keep you safe on Pennsylvania roads, accidents have a habit of happening when you least expect it. The problem is that you will never have any control over the actions of other drivers. Fortunately,...
Most parents in Pennsylvania will do whatever they can to ensure a comfortable life for their families. In most cases, both parents have to work to make that possible. This brings us to one of the hardest things for mothers and fathers of toddlers — having to leave...
Summer is the time for many exciting activities, and for some thrill seekers and families in Pennsylvania, trips to their favorite amusement parks are highlights of the season. While your children might anticipate excitement and nothing else, it would be only natural...
While broken bones are relatively common injuries that can occur from a variety of activities, they can prove immensely serious in some cases. Depending on how the injury comes about, you could suffer a minor hairline fracture, or you could suffer a more unfortunate...