February 19, 2020 More Car Accidents During “Spring Forward” Daylight Savings According to new research, there is a 6% to 8% increase in car crash injuries and deaths during the workweek that follows the “spring forward” to daylight savings. Many states have considered ending daylight savings altogether due to a variety of observed problems, such as a greater number of workplace injuries, heart attacks, and strokes … Read More »
February 17, 2020 Backseat Passenger Injuries A recent study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) suggests that passengers may want to choose the front seat of a car when traveling. The study revealed that backseat passengers are injured more often and more severely than those traveling in the front seat. Safety for front seat passengers has improved tremendously … Read More »
February 11, 2020 Accidents with Emergency Vehicles Fire trucks, ambulances, and police vehicles typically drive above the posted speed limit, run red lights and stop signs, and make sudden turns in their effort to get to those in need of help as quickly as possible. Despite flashing lights and sirens, accidents between emergency vehicles and passenger cars are too common. Who is … Read More »
February 6, 2020 Slip and Falls at Resorts Arriving at a resort should mark the beginning of rest and relaxation for most travelers. Hotel guests do not plan on visiting an emergency room as part of their trip. Unfortunately, for some individuals, slipping and falling at a hotel can lead to serious physical injuries ruining their vacation and leading to an unexpected hospital … Read More »
February 4, 2020 Snow Blower Safety Tips Every year, snow blowers are responsible for thousands of serious injuries. Although there has not been a major snowfall in the Philadelphia area quite yet this winter, meteorologists are predicting major storms are still to come. Before using a snow blower, it is important to know how to safely operate one in order to avoid … Read More »
February 3, 2020 Preventing Winter Home Fires According to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), nearly 900 people die in winter home fires every year. Despite accounting for only 8% of total fires in the country annually, winter home fires result in 30% of all fire-related fatalities and more than $2 billion in property damages. Being informed on the common causes of winter … Read More »
January 31, 2020 Emergency Room Visits: What to Expect According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 145 million men, women, and children go to emergency departments every year. The experience can be an overwhelming, scary, and stressful one – but there are certain things to know about navigating the E.R. that can simplify the process. First things first: if … Read More »
January 30, 2020 February is American Heart Month According to the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), heart disease is one of the leading causes of death for men and women in the United States. The good news is: heart disease is typically preventable. Our team at Galfand Berger wants to remind our readers that this February is American Heart Month. American … Read More »
January 24, 2020 Liability Regarding Snow and Ice-Related Car Accidents Slippery road surfaces and poor visibility during snow and ice conditions can lead to serious and sometimes fatal car accidents. Many people believe that a car accident caused by ice and snow is a no-fault situation, but this is not the case. In many snow and ice-related car accidents, the driver that slides into another … Read More »
