Prison for a Medical Mistake?
A Tennessee nurse was convicted of gross neglect of an impaired adult and negligent homicide for administering a fatal dose of medication to a patient.
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Vaginal Birth after C-Section Can Cause Serious Injury
A new study revealed that vaginal birth after a Caesarean section face increased risks of injury.
DOT Sounds the Alarm on Traffic Fatalities
Reports from both the U.S. Department of Transportation and PennDOT show an alarming trend.
What COVID is Doing to Emergency Services
A recent report detailed how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted availability and wait times for emergency services.
What is Behind the Significant Increase in Diagnostic Errors?
A new scientific study sought to identify the frequency and cause of misdiagnosis and missed diagnoses.
Airline Crash Stats for 2021
Two recent industry reports tallied aviation crash figures from last year and offered comparisons to prepandemic data.
Health Technology Hazards for 2022
A research group recently released its annual list of technology hazards that can potentially put patients in danger.
How can I stay safe in a parking garage?
The escalation of crime in Philadelphia has many people concerned for their safety, especially in places where crime is more prone to happen.
What types of injuries fall under “premises liability?”
If unsafe conditions on someone's property cause an accident, what kinds of injuries can be classified as harm by "premises liability?"
Know the 3 Types of Product Defects
When you’re injured by a product because it did not work as it was designed or promised, you may have the basis of a product liability lawsuit, particularly if it falls into one of these categories...
What Should I do if I’m Hurt on an Unsafe Worksite?
OSHA standards are there for a reason—to keep workers safe. How can you confidentially let the agency know if you are working on an unsafe job site?
Five “Must-Know” Facts About Truck Accidents
Big truck wrecks are on the rise. Learn more about the causes, times, and who is most in danger.
PA Among the Most Dangerous for Winter Driving
A new report ranks the most dangerous states for winter driving. Where did Pennsylvania fall on the list, and why?
PA Snowplow Shortage Could Pose Trouble
As winter descends upon the northeast, Pennsylvania is struggling to recruit snowplow and salt truck drivers.
Now on a Road Near You: High-Risk Truckers
The U.S. Customs and Border Patrol has given “quick access” across the border to some truck drivers, including thousands who may be high-risk.