September 15, 2023 September 15th: National Concussion Awareness Day Each year in mid-September, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) promotes awareness of concussions through this important campaign. This year, National Concussion Awareness Day falls on September 15th. Through engaging in meaningful conversation, the BIAA hopes to reduce stigma, amplify the voices of survivors, and promote a better understanding of the invisible epidemic of … Read More »
September 8, 2023 Alzheimer’s Drug Leqembi Receives Accelerated Approval from FDA Earlier this year, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted Leqembi, which is only the second drug of its kind, with an accelerated approval. Leqembi is part of a newly emergent class of drugs that target the pathophysiology of Alzheimer’s, instead of merely treating the disease’s progressive symptoms. Per the FDA’s statement, researchers are designing … Read More »
September 6, 2023 Can I File a Premises Liability Claim if I Slip and Fall at Work? Pennsylvania workers in multiple industries face inherent risks on the job every day. According to the CDC, slip and fall accidents cause the death of nearly 40,000 Americans every year. Many slip and falls happen on job sites or while completing work-related tasks. Often, workers will speak to their employer about filing a Workers’ Compensation … Read More »
August 30, 2023 Is Your Teen Driver Ready for a Safe School Year? Students across Pennsylvania are getting ready to go back to school, including teen drivers. Many high school students are excited to be driving themselves to school for the first time. A new school year brings many changes and challenges, but ensuring student drivers are safe on the road should be a priority. If you are … Read More »
August 24, 2023 Did You Suffer a Heavy Equipment Injury at Work? Thousands of workers are injured or killed by heavy equipment used in construction and other industries yearly. If you or a loved one suffered a heavy equipment injury at work, an experienced Workers’ Compensation and products liability lawyer can help you file the necessary claims. What Are Examples of Dangerous Heavy Equipment? Workers in construction, … Read More »
August 22, 2023 Safety Tips for the Back-to-School Season With the new school year nearly upon us, there is no better time than now to refresh your memory on some important safety tips before your child or teen heads back down the hallways. Luckily, the National Safety Council (NSC) publishes a back-to-school safety list each year that parents and caregivers should brush up on … Read More »
August 8, 2023 Products Liability Lawsuits Being Filed Against Manufacturer of Bard Power Port Dangerous or defective medical devices, such as faulty implants, pacemakers, and prosthetics, can give rise to a products liability claim if a person is injured or dies due to their use. Despite Food and Drug Administration (FDA) monitoring, products can still be defective in their design, manufacturing, or marketing. An increasing number of federal lawsuits … Read More »
August 3, 2023 Tips to Avoid OSHA‘s “Fatal Four” Every day, construction workers face an array of job-related hazards. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the “Fatal Four” are the deadliest. The top four causes of fatalities in the construction industry are falls, struck-by, caught-in/between and electrocutions. To mitigate known dangers associated with OSHA’s “Fatal Four”, employers need to take certain … Read More »
August 1, 2023 What Should I Do if I Suffer a Heat-Related Injury at Work? Pennsylvania and states across the country have seen extreme temperatures this summer. According to the National Weather Service, more than 46 million Americans have been under heat alerts over the last 30 days. This raises concerns about the health and safety of workers in various industries. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, employers are … Read More »
