April 19, 2017 Philadelphia Workers’ Compensation Lawyers: Machine Accidents Machine Accidents Caused by Improperly Guarded Equipment Create Additional Remedies for Injured Workers A machine that is guarded does not necessarily make it safe. The wrong type of guards on machines can and do leave machine operators prone to serious and sometimes fatal injuries. Workers’ Compensation benefits in Pennsylvania provide compensation for lost wages and … Read More »
April 12, 2017 Proposed Medical Malpractice Reforms May Hurt Patients Congress appears poised to consider medical malpractice reforms that put dollars over patient safety. H.R. 1215, or the “Protecting Access to Care Act of 2017” is designed to cap non-economic recoveries at $250,000. To many of us, this seems like a lot of money. But imagine these situations: You go into surgery and become paralyzed; … Read More »
April 11, 2017 What to Do if you are Injured on the Job Every year, more than 4 million workers suffer from serious, job-related injuries. Even more frightening is that studies show workers have a 1-in-4 chance of becoming disabled before they reach retirement age. When this happens, it can be a confusing and overwhelming time. There are certain tips that are important to know and can make … Read More »
April 11, 2017 Galfand Berger Receives Award from United Labor Council of Reading and Berks County The United Labor Council of Reading and Berks County recently recognized Galfand Berger’s support and commitment to labor unions and the hardworking people of Reading and Berks County. The Labor Council was founded in 1960 and works to support the working people in Reading and Berks counties through democratic processes. With more than 900,000 members, … Read More »
April 7, 2017 Philadelphia Personal Injury Lawyers: Pedestrian Deaths on the Rise due to Automobile Accidents Nearly 30,000 pedestrians died through 2010 and 2015, and all as a consequence of being hit by vehicles on roadways. The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) notes that pedestrians make up 15% of all traffic fatalities annually. With numbers as high as these, it is clear that not enough preventative and protective measures are being … Read More »
April 6, 2017 Philadelphia Product Liability Lawyers: Are Kids and Teens Hooked on Technology? Children and adolescents across the country have video game systems, iPads, cell phones, tablets…the list goes on and on. We live in a culture where technology is everywhere and starting early in life. The question is that regardless of numerous benefits, is technology addictive? And if it is, can it damage the development of children … Read More »
April 5, 2017 Pennsylvania Product Liability Lawyers Discuss Forklift Accidents and Defects Forklifts are one of the most useful tools to those working in construction, retail, warehouses, and other industries that require the moving of heavy materials. Whether you need to move pallets, boxes, furniture, or heavy lumber, forklifts are designed to move large amounts of heavy material quickly and easily. As with all heavy machinery, there … Read More »
March 31, 2017 Rise in Car Accident Fatalities Over 40,000 traffic deaths were reported in 2016, which is the highest number reported in the past ten years. Warmer climate, better road conditions, and cheaper fuel prices have led to an increase in the number of vehicles on the road, which in turn has raised the risk for car accidents. Despite the ongoing information … Read More »
March 30, 2017 Philadelphia Personal Injury Lawyers: Spinal Cord Injury A spinal cord injury can be devastating and result in life-long disability. Paralysis, debilitating nerve pain, cognitive deficits, and mobility issues are common when the spinal cord is damaged. Victims of spinal cord injuries are often unable to work or live independently. A new study conducted by the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago is … Read More »
