Maybe you fell down the unlit stairway at your best friend's apartment building. Perhaps you suffered a brain injury in a car crash caused by a distracted driver. You may have spent several days or even weeks in the hospital, and now you have massive medical bills...
Emergency rooms are expensive. It takes a lot of resources to keep a well-staffed and supplied medical facility operating constantly. Hospitals charge a premium for the services provided at an emergency room. In some cases, health insurance policies may apply a higher...
Depending on countless factors, a motor vehicle collision can result in injuries ranging from tissue strains to amputation. Serious, high-speed crashes can lead to devastating conditions that can worsen over time. It is not uncommon for many injuries to remain hidden...
Whether it is a construction project or a home renovation, people rely on ladders as a quick and easy tool to extend their reach. From painting up high to cleaning gutters of falling leaves, ladders are ubiquitous in homes, apartments and worksites throughout...
From pools and ponds to rivers and lakes, Pennsylvania families seek out water-based fun during the summer months. Unfortunately, swimming and boating can lead to serious accidents with devastating consequences. The use of the term “floatation devices,” or “floaties”...
Each year, warmer weather encourages Pennsylvania residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities. From yoga and Tai Chi in the park to jogging in the cool morning air, people are happy to get out of the house and breathe in the fresh air. Unfortunately, every...
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...