November 14, 2016 Philadelphia Truck Accident Lawyers Warn of Holiday Hazards The holiday shopping season is upon us, and millions of Americans will be having packages delivered all across the country. Delivery trucks and vans will be hitting the road en masse to meet the demand, which can mean increased risk for other drivers on local roads and highways. December is typically the worst month for … Read More »
November 14, 2016 Philadelphia Car Accident Lawyers Discuss Thanksgiving Travel Safety Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching, and if you are one of the tens of millions of Americans preparing to travel by car to visit family or friends, now is the time to start planning for a safe arrival. Each year, hundreds of Americans are fatally injured and thousands more are seriously injured in car accidents over … Read More »
November 14, 2016 Workers’ Compensation in the Health Care Industry Aon Global Risk Consulting recently released a report that examines a range of factors that affect Workers’ Compensation in the health care industry. The report, entitled the Health Care Workers’ Compensation Barometer, analyzed data from 1,600 health care facilities across the country. The results revealed that, although the severity of claims has increased at a … Read More »
November 10, 2016 Philadelphia Car Accident Lawyers: Eating as Dangerous as Texting We are all aware that texting while driving is a dangerous activity, but new reports suggest that eating while traveling can be just as dangerous. A recent article in USA Today reports that eating while driving is the newest focus on the war against distracted drivers. In fact, studies suggest that it could soon be … Read More »
October 31, 2016 Philadelphia Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Discuss Risk to Temporary Employees The holidays are just around the corner, and many businesses will be hiring temporary staff to meet demand. Temporary or seasonal workers are a great asset in industries that will be expanding hours and seeing increased traffic during the holidays, but they also face unique risks in the workplace. Employers should take steps to mitigate … Read More »
October 11, 2016 Philadelphia Personal Injury Lawyers Share Halloween Safety Tips Halloween is just around the corner, and children around the country will be putting on costumes and trick-or-treating around their neighborhoods. The attorneys and staff at Galfand Berger want everyone to have a safe and fun holiday and remember the following safety tips. Halloween safety starts with the costume. When dressing children up as their … Read More »
October 10, 2016 Philadelphia Medical Malpractice Lawyers Report on Rehab Hospital Injuries Many patients recovering from major surgery, neurological conditions, such as stroke, or long term illness are admitted to rehabilitation centers for extended physical strengthening and conditioning before heading home. Patients most often enter rehabilitation centers after being released from a hospital and considered in stable health. Unfortunately, almost 29 percent of these individuals suffer injuries … Read More »
October 4, 2016 Philadelphia Personal Injury Lawyers Discuss Risk of Carrier and Stroller Injury Most parents use some kind of stroller or carrier to keep young children secure while transporting them from one location to another. When a fall or tip-over occurs, however, strollers and carriers can cause injuries ranging from minor scrapes to severe trauma. A recent study published in the journal Academic Pediatrics revealed that from 1990-2010, … Read More »
September 27, 2016 Philadelphia Medical Malpractice Lawyers: Electronic Health Records Electronic health records (EHR) are quickly replacing handwritten medical records in the healthcare industry. The advent of the technology has increased the productivity and efficiency of medical institutions and doctor offices, and has provided quick access to vital patient information. Although problems are common with any new technology, when there are problems with electronic medical … Read More »
