THE INJURY AND DISABILITY LAW FIRM
Two common ways in which Pennsylvanians are injured is in an auto accident and a workplace accident. When the circumstances combine and people are working in an area where automobiles must pass seemingly nonstop, that tends to increase the danger. This is an ongoing challenge for workers who are employed in road work zones. While…
DetailsThe Department of Veterans Affairs decided in 2018 to modernize the health record system of the country’s largest hospital network. Under the best possible circumstances, this would increase efficiency and speed of care for the nine million veterans it served by 1,500 hospitals and clinics. It is a highly complex rollout scheduled to take ten…
DetailsSometimes, it’s easy to forget that decades ago, some women never learned to drive. When cars first became commonplace in the early 1900s, women drivers were few. Only during and after World War II did more and more American women learn to drive and embrace it. Now, women drivers are as common as male motorists.…
DetailsWhat do a car accident, a dog bite, and a slip-and-fall have in common? They can all result in serious injuries and extensive damages that can have long-term implications. While legal action might help alleviate some of those damages, your claim is only as good as its result. This is because individuals and companies that…
DetailsA personal injury can wreak havoc on your life. If you’re reading this post, then you probably know that reality all too well. You or your loved one might be dealing with extensive physical pain and suffering, as well as the financial implications that have been unfairly thrust upon you, including medical expenses, rehabilitation costs,…
DetailsPeople often only expect workplace injury is to happen at construction sites, manufacturing plants, oil refineries, and busy factories. Still, workplace injuries occur in places that are far more common than that. Restaurants alone see more than 90,000 injuries and illnesses each year. Because workplace injuries are so common, it is essential to know how to respond…
DetailsPennsylvania workers spanning the state and employed in diverse industries understandably value the company benefits they receive in exchange for their labor. Those benefits are not handouts tied to management generosity; rather, they are hard-earned entitlements based on workers’ sustained good-faith performance. As such, they are intended to be reciprocal. Employees do their jobs, and…
DetailsCar accidents, slip-and-falls, and dog bites are all personal injuries that seem to come out of nowhere. No matter what type of injury you sustained, you may have noticed that the at-fault party’s insurance is working fast to help you. When you already have someone helping you, do you need to get your own legal…
DetailsWorkers in the manufacturing face significant on-the-job risks. For example, welding, cutting sheet metal, assembling parts and heavy lifting are all part of the job for those in Greensburg who work in manufacturing. Any of these tasks can cause serious injuries if care is not taken. The following are three steps employers in the manufacturing…
DetailsAfter an accident—whether it was a car accident, a fall, or a dog bite—you may find yourself under significant financial strain. While you cannot put a price on what you have lost, you can receive compensation for the challenges you have experienced. What damages are available in a personal injury suit? Medical expenses Injuries can lead…
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