Beyond Workers’ Compensation: Know Your Rights in a Construction Accident
You may be entitled to more than workers’ compensation in the event of a construction accident.
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Unexpected Shutdown Prompts LIFEPAK Defibrillator Recall
A defibrillator that automatically and unexpectedly shuts down is not a reliable lifesaving device. That’s why the manufacturer issued a recall for the LIFEPAK 1000.
Little Tikes Recalls Pink Toddler Swings
The Little Tikes 2-in-1 Snug ‘n Secure pink toddler swing, which has injured at least 39 children, has been recalled.
What is Causing ER Visit Spikes in the Tri-State Area?
Long wait times in the ER are nothing new. But a recent trend has caused a spike in visits.
SEPTA Train Collision Latest in Philadelphia Train Accidents
The collision occurred near the 69th Street Terminal in Upper Darby, PA, disrupting the morning commute for thousands who use the terminal.
FDA Reports Recall of Shoulder Surgery Device
The FDA says the Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder medical device poses a danger for serious injury or even death.
Supreme Court Chooses Middle Ground in Pennsylvania Products Liability Lawsuit
A Supreme Court decision may affect future Products Liability cases in Pennsylvania.
Someone, Take the Wheel? Driverless Trucks Coming Soon to Pennsylvania
Driverless trucks will soon be traveling alongside you on Pennsylvania’s roadways. Read on to find out what the implications are for safety and more.
Drones are Taking Off in the US. So are Legal Issues.
They are growing in popularity and may look like a toy, but drones are considered aircraft and regulated by the FAA.
Driverless Cars and Legal Issues
As driverless cars become reality, many things are affected: insurance, accident liability, equipment safety, and more.
With Winter Comes Property Hazards
As winter and the threat of snowstorms close in, be mindful of hazards on your property. Snow and ice could cause visitors to slip—putting you at risk for fines or lawsuits.
Are Financial Incentives Driving the Surge in Back Surgeries?
Is compensation behind the more than 20,000 spinal fusions done in 2014?
What are Erb-Duchenne and Dejerine-Klumpke injuries?
Learn about Erb’s Palsy and Klumpke’s Palsy, injuries that occur during labor and delivery.
Case Example: Ladder Fall Case Underscores Problem of Unsafe Worksites
A jury awarded $6.5 million to a construction worker injured by a fall from a ladder. The man had faced the tough choice of working in unsafe conditions or being able to feed his family.
Medical Mistakes: The 3rd Leading Cause of Death in America?
These are deaths that could have been avoided, yet there's no public outcry or even a coordinated plan to address the situation.