January 25, 2016 Philadelphia Construction Accident Lawyers: Workers at Risk in Cold Weather Construction workers who are exposed to the elements during the winter are at risk for “cold stress.” Cold stress refers to any type of health emergency caused by exposure to cold weather conditions. When temperatures drop below normal and wind speed picks up, heat exits the body very quickly and can result in serious health … Read More »
September 8, 2015 New Legislation Protecting Pennsylvania Highway Workers Lawmakers in Pennsylvania are reviewing multiple provisions to discourage speeding in highway work zones. The first is a five-year pilot program to install cameras at work sites. Speeding drivers caught on camera would be issued a $100 citation. Another proposed bill would heighten the penalties for endangering workers on the road, with fines up to … Read More »
October 11, 2013 Philadelphia Construction Accident Lawyers at Galfand Berger Review Ladder Safety Each year, thousands of people are injured or killed as a result of a ladder accident. Read More »