April 15, 2023 Survey Shows More Than Half of Americans Use Cellphones While Driving According to results from a new survey conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), half of the drivers in the United States use a cellphone or some other type of electronic device when they are behind the wheel. While gathering results from respondents, the survey employed something called the “Health Belief Model”. Researchers … Read More »
April 13, 2023 Colorectal Cancer Rates Continue to Grow in Young Americans According to a new report written by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS), colorectal cancer rates in individuals under the age of 50 have grown by a whopping 50% since the mid-nineties. While most people in this age group may believe they are too young to receive a cancer diagnosis, this new data proves … Read More »
April 10, 2023 What Types of Defective Products Cause the Most Injuries at Work? Pennsylvania workers in high-risk industries, such as manufacturing and construction, are more likely to sustain a workplace injury due to the dangerous machinery and equipment they come in contact with every day. Malfunctioning forklifts, defective power tools, unsafe machinery, and faulty scaffolding are all common causes of serious injuries at work. Generally, individuals who gets … Read More »
April 5, 2023 Pennsylvania Court Rules on Medical Marijuana: Employers Can Reimburse Employees Earlier this month, a Pennsylvania state appellate court issued a pair of rulings declaring that employers are required to reimburse claimants for out-of-pocket costs for medical marijuana. The decision marks a legal milestone for injured workers who rely on state-approved medical cannabis to treat their work-related injuries and/or illnesses. A Brief Breakdown on Occupational Injuries … Read More »
March 30, 2023 Galfand Berger LLP Stands Ready to Help Victims of Fatal Work Explosions On Friday, March 24, 2023, a catastrophic explosion occurred at a historic chocolate factory in West Reading, Pennsylvania, killing at least 7 victims and leaving many others injured. Witnesses reported hearing a deafening explosion at the R.M. Palmer Company buildings at approximately 5 pm, immediately followed by visible flames. The fatal blast demolished the well-known … Read More »
March 25, 2023 Are Car Accidents More Common at Certain Times? Anytime a driver gets behind the wheel, they are vulnerable to being involved in a serious car accident. Understanding the common risk factors, such as the most dangerous times to be on the road, can help drivers reduce the chances of getting into an accident with life-changing injuries. Crash data reports have shown that certain … Read More »
March 23, 2023 Families File Class Action Lawsuit Against Social Media Channels Social media permeates nearly every part of our lives. Social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat and YouTube allow users to communicate with one another, share information and create content – but a new federal lawsuit alleges these channels are equivalent to dangerous and defective products, with app makers predatorily targeting young users to get … Read More »
March 21, 2023 What Should I Do if I am Injured in a Multi-Vehicle Car Accident? Being involved in any type of car accident that results in serious injuries can be a traumatic experience. When more than two vehicles are involved in the crash, it is not only more dangerous, but also a more complicated claims process. If you have been injured in a multi-vehicle crash, it is crucial to contact … Read More »
March 19, 2023 What Should I Do if I Get Hurt on a Retail Property? Thousands of shoppers experience injuries at retail stores across the country every year. There are many ways injuries can happen on a retail property, including heavy items falling, improperly installed shelves, spills or clutter in aisles, and inadequate lighting. Sometimes, crimes occur on a retail property that lead to severe physical and emotional injuries. Improperly … Read More »
