Hoverboards may be a hot item, but they may be literally too hot to handle in some cases.  The lithium ion batteries of the self-balancing scooters may overheat and potentially explode. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) received 50 reports of injuries including the devices, with 11 reports of fires in 10 states. The[…]

When a loved one dies – under any circumstances – the grief which follows can be overwhelming. A death due to the negligence of another individual adds an entirely different dimension to the grieving process. It can be hard to move on when a loss was so unexpected and so unfair. The Pennsylvania Superior Court[…]

“When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.”  ― Maya Angelou Each year, Galfand Berger makes charitable contributions in honor of our valued clients, colleagues and friends.  This year, we contributed to a number of nonprofit agencies that have a positive impact on the lives of many needy people.   We encourage you to[…]

For only the third time in the past four decades, there will be no cost of living increase adjustment (COLA) in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits in the New Year. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports a zero percent rate of inflation over the past 12 months, which translates to zero[…]

Each year during the holidays, many take time to give back to their communities. Philadelphia personal injury law firm, Galfand Berger, is no exception. Our attorneys and staff generously participated in Camp Out for Hunger this holiday season.  For 2015, the firm’s donations totaled 438 pounds of food. Camp Out for Hunger supports Philabundance and[…]