October 21, 2026 Social Security Benefits to Increase in 2027, But Will It Be Enough? Millions of Americans who rely on Social Security will receive a 3.6% cost-of-living increase in 2027. While the increase is welcome news for retirees and people with disabilities, rising everyday expenses may quickly offset the additional income. The adjustment, commonly referred to as COLA, is designed to help Social Security benefits keep pace with inflation. … Read More »
October 19, 2026 Halloween Safety: Keep the Frights Fun Halloween should be filled with costumes, candy, and fun—not accidents and injuries. With more pedestrians on the streets, dark walkways, elaborate decorations, and Halloween parties, the holiday can also bring increased risks. At Galfand Berger LLP, we encourage families, drivers, and property owners to take a few simple precautions to keep Halloween safe. Watch for … Read More »
October 13, 2026 Can You Sue the Commonwealth, SEPTA, a Municipality, or Another Government Agency in Pennsylvania? Injuries caused by the negligence of a government agency or employee can raise very different legal issues than an ordinary personal injury claim. Pennsylvania law provides certain government entities with protections known as sovereign or governmental immunity. Those protections do not always prevent an injured person from bringing a claim. Pennsylvania law recognizes specific exceptions … Read More »
October 9, 2026 Limited Tort vs. Full Tort in Pennsylvania: What Are You Really Giving Up? When you buy auto insurance in Pennsylvania, you are asked to choose between full tort and limited tort. Many drivers choose limited tort because it can lower their insurance premium. But do you know what you may be giving up in exchange for those savings? The difference may not seem important—until you are injured in … Read More »
September 16, 2026 Fall Travel Safety: What Pedestrians, Bicyclists and Drivers Need to Know Fall is a beautiful time to travel. Cooler temperatures, changing leaves, football games, festivals, and weekend trips bring more people onto Pennsylvania’s roads, sidewalks, bike paths, and highways. However, fall also brings unique hazards, from wet leaves and early sunsets to fog, frost, rain, and slippery roads. Whether you are walking, riding a bicycle, or … Read More »
September 15, 2026 Workers’ Compensation vs. a Personal Injury Lawsuit: What Is the Difference? If you are injured at work, you may assume that Workers’ Compensation is your only option. But depending on how your injury happened and who was responsible, you may have the right to pursue both Workers’ Compensation benefits and a personal injury lawsuit. Understanding the difference between these types of claims, and knowing when a … Read More »
September 10, 2026 Olympus Endoscope Litigation: Did a Defective Medical Device Cause Your Infection? Flexible endoscopes are used every day to diagnose and treat serious medical conditions. But lawsuits and regulatory investigations have raised troubling questions about whether some reusable endoscopes, including Olympus duodenoscopes and bronchoscopes, can be adequately disinfected between patients. The concern is especially serious because these devices may transmit multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs), potentially causing life-threatening infections. … Read More »
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 »
