Pittsburgh Personal Injury Law Blog
Elder abuse in the form of nursing home neglect
Individuals who are under the care of Pennsylvania medical professionals and staff in a long-term care facility are entitled to quality care and adequate supervision. When they do not get the care they need, these patients are often unable to help themselves or even...
Certain injuries could be signs of abuse and neglect
Pennsylvania families who place a loved one in a nursing home assume their loved one will receive quality care and support. Unfortunately, that does not always happen, and innocent patients suffer injuries because of abuse and neglect. There are certain injury...
Why it’s important for employers to adhere to OSHA safety standards
In most workplaces, there are safety standards in place that serve the purpose of keeping workers as safe as reasonably possible. These standards are especially important in places where physical labor is a requirement of the job, such as in construction or in...
Distracted driving remains a significant safety threat?
When a driver gets behind the wheel, that individual bears the responsibility of following all traffic laws and being as safe as possible. With the widespread use of smartphones, drivers are more likely to be distracted than ever before. While phones do play a large...
Most truck accidents linked to common mistakes
Pennsylvania motorists frequently share the road with large, heavy trucks and commercial vehicles. Because of the size and weight of these vehicles, semitrailers are capable of causing significant damage in the event they are involved in an accident. Unfortunately,...
Putting the pieces back together after a truck accident
A truck accident can irreparably change the life of the victim and his or her loved ones. Because of the difference in size and weight between a semitrailer and smaller passenger vehicle, even a low-speed collision can result in catastrophic consequences. Trucking...
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...
