March 27, 2018 Alka-Seltzer Products Recalled The manufacturer of Alka-Seltzer Plus products has initiated a voluntary recall of its product intended to treat flu and cold symptoms because of an issue with mislabeling. Due to this labeling mismatch, consumers who take the Alka-Seltzer Plus products may unintentionally ingest ingredients that they shouldn’t – especially those who have particular medication allergies. Although … Read More »
March 26, 2018 Opioid Lawsuits Sadly, an estimated 150 people die from an opioid overdose every day in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported over 40,000 opioid overdose deaths in 2016, and the death rate continues to climb at an alarming rate. Parents, children, families, hospitals – and now even governmental agencies and attorneys … Read More »
March 24, 2018 Drowsy Driving Previous estimates on how many fatal car accidents are related to drowsy driving are far lower than previously reported, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Although it might not seem like such a big deal to get behind the wheel when feeling fatigued, the reality is that it puts everyone on … Read More »
March 23, 2018 Roof Work Dangers The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) urges employers and supervisors to protect workers from the dangers of deadly – and preventable – falls. Roofers in particular face fall-associated risks (as well as other occupational hazards), so it’s critical to provide adequate fall protection and to provide other safety measures in order to limit preventable … Read More »
March 22, 2018 2017 Crash Deaths Driving in the United States can be risky business. The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates that over 40,000 people lost their lives in motor vehicle accidents in 2017, which is a six percent increase from the amount reported in 2015. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will put the official federal totals out later … Read More »
March 16, 2018 Bill to Address Side Underride Truck Accidents Anytime a passenger vehicle collides with a commercial truck, there is potential for serious and fatal injuries. Tractor trailers can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds and stand as tall as 14 feet high. The empty space between the bed of a truck and the roadway below can be just enough for a passenger vehicle … Read More »
March 14, 2018 OSHA’s “Fatal Four” Nearly 6.5 million individuals are employed across more than 250,000 jobs in construction. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), construction is one of the deadliest industries for workers. The administration has found that workers face the most severe risks from what it calls the OSHA’s “Fatal Four”, or: Fall hazards; Electrical hazards; … Read More »
March 13, 2018 Supreme Court Issues Guardrail Ruling The Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a ruling determining that the PA Department of Transportation – more commonly known as PennDOT – is liable for defective and dangerous guardrails installed on major commuter roadways across the state. In 2015, a husband and wife lost control of their vehicle on a snow-covered and icy roadway in Beaver … Read More »
March 10, 2018 Fatal Workplace Falls According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), one of the most frequently cited safety failures in the construction industry is fall protection. The reality is that falls account for approximately one-third of all construction fatalities, which indicates a serious need for a safety overhaul and increased enforcement. Workers should never have to fear … Read More »
