5 essential winter weather driving tips
Even a more experienced driver can have problems driving in icy, snowy conditions. In Western Pennsylvania, with hilly and mountainous roads, traveling can be even more dangerous in a winter storm. You never know when you might have visibility problems due to fog or...Study identifies top 10 causes of brain injuries in kids
Nearly three-quarters of the 4.1 million traumatic brain injuries (TBI) suffered by children and teens between 2010 and 2013 were caused by consumer products, according to research published in the journal Brain Injury. TBI occurs when the brain receives sudden...Workers in Pennsylvania meat industry face hazards
Recently, when the federal agency that oversees worker safety penalized a Pennsylvania company, it once again highlighted the risks workers face in the meat processing industry. The troubling case also offers a reminder that meat plant workers, like other employees,...Avoid holiday driving hazards
Between the increased traffic and the potentially poor weather conditions, the holiday season can be dangerous for drivers. The pressure to multitask this time of year and the time constraints of a busy schedule may lead to speeding and other unsafe driving...What are the primary causes of distracted driving?
The road can be a dangerous place. There are a variety of different things that can go awry every time you sit behind the wheel of a car. You run the risk of experiencing mechanical issues, road hazards and reckless drivers every time you pull out onto the open road....Safety tips for Pennsylvania manufacturing employees
A worker is injured on the job every seven seconds in America. It’s an unfortunate truth that factory workers are filing many workers’ compensation claims. The physical demands of the job are such that accidents happen all too frequently in manufacturing plants—and...Warning signs of a toxic nursing home
It can be devastating for guardians to know their loved one is facing mistreatment in their nursing home. According to the World Health Organization, around 1 in 6 adults ages 60 and older suffered some form of abuse in a community-based setting in the past year....Should you report a drowsy or dangerous driver?
One of the things that people can do to make the roads safer is to report dangerous or reckless drivers. You may see people who are weaving in and out of traffic, speeding recklessly or slamming on their brakes; These people are putting themselves and others at...Here’s what to know about a death during a personal injury claim
As someone who is representing a loved one who was hurt in a car crash and subsequently passed away, you may not be sure if their personal injury claim remains viable in court. The truth is that it depends on why they’ve passed away.If your loved one was badly... 
