Car accident cases are complex, and even if they appear simple on the surface and the other driver was clearly at fault, it will always work in your best interest to hire an attorney. Some cases can become downright strange, such as the case of a Pennsylvania woman who claimed a shrine depicting President Donald Trump played a role in her collision.
What dangers do you face working in a hospital?
If you make your living working in a hospital, you may have firsthand knowledge about some of the industry-specific dangers you face on a day-to-day basis. Hospitals, per the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, are one of the most dangerous work environments in the nation, with hospital workers experiencing injuries at almost twice the rate of employees in other private industries.
Multiple-vehicle car crash leads to one death and three injuries
There are many different roads conditions that people in Pennsylvania deal with as they drive throughout the year. Some of the most dangerous conditions occur during the winter when there is snow and ice on the roads, but the summer months can create problems as well. When it rains the roads are slicker, and hydroplaning can become an issue. Another problem that drivers need to deal with in the spring and summer is construction.
Drug and alcohol testing for truck drivers in Pennsylvania
Anytime a person gets behind the wheel in Pennsylvania it is important that they pay attention to what they are doing and drive safely. That is why it is illegal for people to drive if they are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. However, this is particularly important for truck drivers. Semi-trucks are much larger than most other vehicles on the road. This means there is a greater likelihood that people will suffer catastrophic injuries in a truck accident, rather than in one just involving cars.
Steps to take if you sustain injuries in a rental car
You may need to secure a rental car when on vacation in another city. It can be tough to acclimate to new roads, and every year, many people end up in traffic collisions while driving a rental vehicle.
Helping people injured on the job pursue the proper compensation
People in Pennsylvania work many different types of jobs. Some are safer than others, but people can be hurt in almost any type of job setting. Some of the injuries are minor and do not have a big effect on a person's life. However, others can require significant medical care and force the person to miss work and lose income as a result. This can be very devastating for the injured worker as well as their family, especially if the injured worker earns a significant portion of the family's income.
Pennsylvania offers new motorcycle program to improve safe riding
Spring is arriving in Pennsylvania. The temperatures will be rising, the grass is turning green and leaves will return to the trees. More people will start being able to enjoy the outdoors again. There are many things to do outside when the temperatures rise. One of these activities is riding motorcycles. As the temperatures continue to rise, more and more motorcycles will be on the roads, and all drivers need to drive safely to protect these riders.
How to tell if the nursing home is neglecting your parent
If you are one of the many Pennsylvanians who has had to make the difficult decision to place your parent in a nursing home, it undoubtedly was one of the hardest choices you ever had to make. Even though you know that your parent needs the daily care that nursing homes provide, still (s)he is always on your mind, and you worry about his or her health, safety and welfare.
