Injuries are a part of life in Western Pennsylvania. We work hard, and we play hard. Injuries to backs, necks, shoulders, knees and hips are common, and can happen in many ways — playing sports, car accidents, and injuries at work. While the human body is resilient,...

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Year: 2020
Why Have Fatal Accidents Increased?
Those who have seen the shift in remote work this past year may have noticed the decrease in traffic conditions. The fewer number of commuters means that roadways are much more open to many drivers. While the roads have cleared up in terms of congestion, fatal...
Your workers’ compensation rights as an employee in Pennsylvania
Regardless of the industry in which you work, employers in Pennsylvania must comply with the safety standards set out by the Bureau of Workers' Compensation. Your employer must provide a safe work environment that is free of known safety hazards. The safety program...
Historic Legislation Could Usher in a New Era for the VA
In a rare bipartisan move, Congress passed a major veteran omnibus package that featured a “crown jewel.” The Johnny Isakson and David P Roe Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act will provide additional pandemic aid to Native, homeless, and women veterans....
Nice doggie, nice doggie… ow you bit me
You are out for a walk and you see a medium sized dog, walking down the street and he doesn't appear threatening in any way and when he comes up to you, you extend your hand to the dog and he lunges and bites your hand causing several fractures to the bones in your...
Fender bender? Yes, you do need to see a doctor
You headed off to the grocery store, you obeyed the speed limit and stopped at the red light. Suddenly, you felt a bump from behind. When you got out to check the damage, it was minor. You exchanged numbers with the other driver and finished your errands. There was no...
October Is the Inaugural Pedestrian Safety Month
With the coming of October, fall is now in full swing. The weather is cooler. Leaves are falling. Halloween is close. Not to mention, a particular “spice” that becomes an annual tradition/obsession. The temperature slightly dropping will not deter most people from...
Injured at home? Am I covered by workers’ comp?
The Pandemic has moved workers from the office building to the kitchen table. The long commute to work has been replaced by a few steps into your "home" office. What does that mean to you? Will you be covered by workers compensation if you trip over the lamp cord? ...
Types of personal injury compensation
A personal injury can happen in an instant, and drastically change the way you live your life. Wounds from a dog bite to a car accident all cause different types of consequences to a victim. When victims are pursuing compensation for these consequences, they need to...
3 ways you can steer clear of distracted drivers
Even the safest drivers wind up on the receiving end of car accidents. But maybe getting in the head of the other driver can save you from injury and death. Year after year, thousands of people die in accidents involving distracted drivers. Thankfully, there are ways...