Pittsburgh Personal Injury Law Blog
Advocating for victims of nursing home neglect
It takes a significant amount of trust for a Pennsylvania family to place a loved one in the care of a nursing home. It is devastating when the facility violates this trust by neglecting or abusing the patient. Nursing home neglect is inexcusable, and loved ones who...
Protecting the interests of health care workers
When health care workers go to work, they face a myriad of risks and hazards that could leave them injured or sick. People who work in this field are aware of the risks they assume on the job, but they are dedicated to the needs of others and committed to providing...
Is technology the key to reducing car accidents?
Distracted driving is one of the main reasons why motor vehicle accidents happen. From cellphone use to in-car technology, a number of things can take a driver’s attention away from the road and cause car accidents. Distraction is a problem on Pennsylvania roads, as...
Maximizing a workers’ compensation claim
When a Pennsylvania worker suffers an injury on the job or becomes ill as a result of his or her job, it can result in more than just injuries and time away from work. It can lead to serious and substantial financial loss as the employee and family must grapple with...
Helping families confront nursing home neglect
Making the choice to place a loved one in a Pennsylvania nursing home is not easy. This decision likely comes after an extensive period of research, and it takes a certain amount of trust to place a family member under the constant care and supervision of another. It...
Important steps to take after a motorcycle accident
An accident involving a vehicle and a motorcycle can change a person’s life permanently, especially when he or she is dealing with serious injuries. Motorcycle accidents often result in traumatic physical damage, even when the biker is wearing a helmet and other types...
Who is to blame for your slip-and-fall accident?
If you fell while you were out in public because you slipped on something or tripped over something that was in your path, you may assume your accident was your fault. While you may blame what happened to you on your own clumsiness or inattentiveness, it’s possible...
Vehicle accident with Amish buggy leaves two dead
In parts of Pennsylvania, Amish buggies share the road with other types of vehicles. It is the responsibility of these drivers to make sure they are properly sharing the road and not needlessly endangering others. A recent vehicle accident between a commercial truck...
Protecting workers from accidents involving falls
Pennsylvania workers have the right to a reasonable expectation of safety in the workplace. One important aspect of this is making sure all types of employees know how to do their jobs safely. Safety training is important, especially when employees have to work from...
Truck accident in a parking lot leaves one person dead
Accidents involving semitrailers are often serious because of the large size and heavy weight of these types of vehicles. Even a crash at slow speeds can result in serious or fatal injuries, as illustrated by a recent truck accident that took place in a Pennsylvania...
