Certain issues in people's lives in Pennsylvania are more important than others. There are certain issues that people will simply let go because a fight is not worth it to them while they will fight about other issues. What is important to a person varies depending on the person, but certain issues are important issues to almost anyone. One of these issues is a person's health. Most people will do whatever is necessary to beat a disease, illness or to heal from an injury.
The catastrophic consequences of asbestos exposure
As a Pennsylvania worker, you may be inhaling asbestos fibers on a daily basis without even knowing it. Your risk increases if you work for a construction company, a vehicle repair shop or a company that manufactures products containing asbestos.
What happens when a passenger is injured in an Uber car crash?
Many people in Pennsylvania have used Uber or other ride sharing services. They have become a very popular way to get around when people do not want to or cannot drive for one reason or another. People can access everything right on their phone which adds to the convenience and ease of the whole process. However, just like any other time that people get into an automobile, there are certain risks involved. For example, people may end up in a car accident and suffer injuries as a result.
Can I get workers’ comp for a repetitive movement injury?
The pain, swelling and tenderness you have been feeling in your elbows lately has made you suspect you have a repetitive movement injury. This condition can be related to your job and it may not only affect your ability to work, but your quality of life. Repetitive motion disorders are common with Pennsylvania workers across a wide range of industries, from clerical work to heavy labor. As you seek relief for your pain, you may also wonder if you qualify for workers’ compensation.
Tractor-trailer involved in fatal accident in Pennsylvania
One unfortunate fact of life is that no one lives forever, and we will all pass away at some point in time. The hope is that one will live for a long time and simply die peacefully of old age. However, not everyone is so lucky and many people die unexpectedly in accidents. Many of these accidents happen on the roads. While people can certainly die in accidents involving two cars, there is a greater chance that one will die if a truck is involved in the accident. This is because trucks are so much larger than most other vehicles on the road and can cause major problems.
The most common reasons for workers' compensation claims
Accidents can occur in many different types of situations in Pennsylvania and could be caused by a number of different problems. Some are the kind that are commonly described as freak accidents, and it is almost impossible to take measures to prevent these from occurring. However, many other types of accidents could be prevented with the proper safety equipment or procedures being in place. That is why the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has so many safety requirements for companies.
The dangers of sharing the road with millennials
Millennial drivers comprise a substantial portion of all drivers on the road, but motorists within this young adult age group have a reputation for engaging in dangerous driving behaviors. Just how much of that bad reputation is valid, though?
3 top causes of office injuries
Just because you do not work at a construction site or factory does not mean you cannot get an injury at work. Even office workers are at risk for workplace injuries. There are unique hazards in an office environment that are not present in other lines of work.
