August 11, 2026 Back-to-School Safety: Helping Students Start the School Year Safely As summer comes to an end, families across Pennsylvania and New Jersey are preparing for a new school year. School buses are back on the roads, children are walking to and from school, and neighborhoods become much busier during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up times. At Galfand Berger LLP, we know that the excitement of … Read More »
July 21, 2026 Why Every Pennsylvania Bicyclist Should Have Auto Insurance with Underinsured Motorist and Uninsured Motorist Coverage Many Pennsylvania bicyclists don’t realize that one of the best ways to protect themselves after a serious bicycle accident has nothing to do with their bicycle—it’s their automobile insurance. If you’re hit by a negligent driver while riding your bike, the driver’s insurance may not be enough to cover your medical bills, lost wages, pain … Read More »
July 21, 2026 Why Hiring a Galfand Berger Personal Injury Lawyer Can Make a Difference in Your Case After an accident, you may be dealing with injuries, medical bills, lost income, and uncertainty about what comes next. Having an experienced Galfand Berger personal injury attorney on your side can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. Protecting Your Rights Insurance companies often begin investigating claims immediately. An attorney can protect … Read More »
July 16, 2026 Summer Driving Safety Tips: How to Stay Safe on the Road and What to Do After a Car Accident Summer is one of the busiest times of the year on the road. Families head out on vacations, teens are out of school, construction projects increase, and holiday weekends bring heavier traffic. While summer is a great time to travel, it also comes with a higher risk of car accidents. Whether you’re planning a cross-country … Read More »
July 13, 2026 Workers’ Compensation and Extreme Heat: What Every Worker Should Know Summer temperatures in Pennsylvania and New Jersey can create dangerous working conditions, especially for employees who spend long hours outdoors or in hot indoor environments. Recently, our area has seen record-breaking temperatures. Construction workers, landscapers, roofers, warehouse employees, delivery drivers, agricultural workers, and factory employees all face an increased risk of heat-related workplace injuries. If … Read More »
June 11, 2026 Product Recalls Are Rising—But Many Injuries Occur Long Before a Recall Is Issued Consumers often assume that if a product is dangerous, it will be quickly removed from the market. Unfortunately, recent data suggests otherwise. According to a new consumer safety report, product recalls reached their highest level since 2007, with 420 recalls issued in 2025 and hundreds of injuries linked to recalled products. While those numbers are … Read More »
May 15, 2026 United States Supreme Court Opens New Path to Recovery for Truck Accident Victims The Court’s Decision: In a major win for injury victims, the United States Supreme Court recently ruled that freight brokers can potentially be held responsible for negligently hiring unsafe trucking companies and drivers. The decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, is significant because it allows injured victims to pursue claims not only against … Read More »
April 17, 2026 Think Before You Post: How Social Media Can Impact Your Personal Injury Case in Pennsylvania In today’s world, it’s second nature to share updates on social media. But if you’ve been injured in an accident, what you post online can have serious consequences for your personal injury case—especially under Pennsylvania law. Insurance companies and defense attorneys routinely monitor platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, looking for anything they can use … Read More »
April 17, 2026 Spring Driving Dangers: Why Car Accidents Increase—and What to Do If You’re Involved in One As winter fades and spring arrives, many drivers welcome warmer weather and longer days. But with this seasonal shift comes a hidden danger: a noticeable increase in motor vehicle accidents (MVA). More commuters, road construction, pedestrians, cyclists, and unpredictable weather conditions all contribute to a higher risk of collisions. Understanding why accidents spike in the … Read More »
