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- On May Day, Pennsylvania remembers workplace deaths
May 12, 2017
“Ask not for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee,” runs a well-known line from literature. This year, on May first, however, the bell in nearby Pennsylvania steel town rang to remember workers who died on the job. That date, or ‘May Day,’ as it is often known, is generally considered a day to celebrate the achievements and consider the plight of men and women who do blue collar or manual labor. Unfortunately, for...Read More - What are the standards for design defects in Pennsylvania?
May 10, 2017
Pennsylvania residents generally expect that those items they purchase from reputable retailers will work for their intended purpose and do so in a reasonably safe manner. One reason that people have this expectation is that society has decided that everyone stands to gain when manufacturers and sellers are required to adhere to certain standards and regulations. When they don’t, and a product fails and causes injury, the injured party may be entitled to compensation. Several...Read More - Pennsylvania parents get large verdict for doctor mistake
May 3, 2017
Doctors and other medical professionals are expected to know how to proceed in medical emergencies, especially when they are performing a job within their particular specializations. One of the most important areas of medicine is obstetrics, in which physicians and nurses help in the lead up to, and process of, the birth of a child. Because there are two (or sometimes more) lives at stake, these procedures are very important to get right, no matter...Read More - How long does one have to sue for a Pennsylvania design defect?
Apr 28, 2017
Consumers in Pennsylvania generally expect that when they purchase a product, it will do what it is meant to do effectively and safely. When an item doesn’t do its job, or creates a situation in which a person using it can be hurt by it, the product might be considered defective. Under Pennsylvania law, a defect that causes an injury can create a cause of action against the manufacturer or seller of the product in...Read More - Pennsylvania nursing home neglect can be fatal
Apr 26, 2017
It is an unfortunate fact of life that we all must face aging and death eventually. As we get older, various biological systems begin to function less efficiently, and sometimes break down entirely. When this occurs, even the healthiest of us can find ourselves in a position of needing to be cared for by medical professionals. It can be difficult to watch a loved one go through not being able to completely care for him-...Read More - Settlements important in Pittsburgh medical malpractice
Apr 19, 2017
Most Pennsylvanians likely understand that professionals such as doctors are usually held to higher standards than other people would be, with regard to their work. This is important because of the amount of training medical professionals receive, and the fact that they quite often hold the lives of their patients in their hands. When a person sees a physician or enters a hospital, he or she is likely in a vulnerable state and expects to...Read More - Dryer manufacturer sued for design defects in Pittsburgh fire
Apr 14, 2017
Electrical home appliances are a staple of most U.S. households these days. Very few people would think of going back to a time of having to hand-wash items such as dishes or clothes, and clothes-lines are so uncommon, many younger readers might not even recognize the term. Yes, automatic washers and dryers are certainly ubiquitous in today’s world, whether it be at laundromats or in an individual’s home. Unfortunately, when one has an electrical appliance...Read More - Who can recover damages in wrongful death suit in Pennsylvania?
Apr 12, 2017
It seems obvious that losing a loved one is never easy. When such a death occurs suddenly, or in the middle of a person’s life, when he or she is healthy and could expect many more years of living, the pain can be even worse, as those left behind wonder what might have been. When the death is caused by the intentional or negligent actions of another person, the situation can be devastating for Pittsburgh...Read More - What industries have the most workplace deaths in Pennsylvania?
Apr 5, 2017
Many of us in modern society take our safety for granted. Because many of our daily activities are routine, and seem to involve little risk, we may have a sense of security as we go about completion of our tasks. Life wasn’t always this way, of course, and prior generations may have had more risk involved in their routines. This is still the case in some occupations, as while injury and death can happen anywhere,...Read More - OSHA and Pennsylvania workplace deaths
Mar 31, 2017
Most people in the United States earn a living by working for someone else. In many cases, this means going to an office each day and possibly dealing with things like annoying co-workers or frustrating bosses. However, there are certain occupations in which hazards exist that put employees in danger on a daily basis. Whether it is working with hazardous materials, or around large equipment, or with potentially dangerous mediums such as electricity, some workers...Read More