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- Pedestrian injured in hit-and-run accident in Wilkins Township
May 20, 2013
A Pittsburgh area boy was taken to a hospital earlier this month after a vehicle struck him as he was walking. Following the collision the vehicle that struck the boy left the scene. The driver of that vehicle was later found and arrested. The incident occurred shortly after 8:30 p.m. in Wilkins Township. It is not clear what caused the vehicle to hit the 13-year-old or why the driver decided to leave the scene after...Read More - Infected insulin needle blamed for hepatitis C at VA hospital
May 20, 2013
Patients at another of our nation's hospitals reportedly became infected with hepatitis C after receiving treatment. So far 20 individuals, all of them veterans, have been diagnosed with the disease. Some apparently have hepatitis B as well. In total, 716 individuals were reportedly exposed to the infections. The transmission of the disease was apparently due to the use of insulin pens that were tainted with infected blood at a VA hospital in a neighboring state...Read More - Would lowering BAC to 0.05 reduce drunk driving accidents?
May 20, 2013
Drunk driving is a problem that plagues communities throughout the nation, including the Pittsburgh area. While current laws make it illegal to operate a vehicle when one's blood alcohol level is 0.08 or higher, individuals still get behind the wheel routinely to operate a vehicle. Doing so can result in injuries not only to them, but others on the roads as well. While there are ultimately many reasons that car accidents occur in the state...Read More - Avon microwave popcorn maker recalled due to fire hazard
May 17, 2013
Popcorn is a snack favorite for many throughout the nation including those who live in Western Pennsylvania. While some people purchase the snack pre-popped and bagged in stores, others prefer to make it at home either on the stove or in the microwave. Recently a device used to accomplish the task of popping popcorn was recalled. The defective product was sold by Avon via both its website as well as from independent sales representatives for...Read More - Railroad takes steps to protect Pittsburgh workers, residents
May 17, 2013
While many Pittsburgh area residents may not realize it, hazardous materials are transported through the area all the time. In fact, individlals employed by Norfolk Southern Railway are around such materials on a regular basis. Chemicals being transported include: Ferric chloride Sulfuric acid Refrigerated carbon dioxide Propylene The exposure to such chemicals could cause serious harm. In the case of propylene for example, oxygen is taken from the air making it impossible to breathe. This...Read More - Farming industry can be perilous to workers
May 17, 2013
Many Pittsburgh residents likely think about farming as a peaceful, meditative occupation. That is far from the truth however. As it happens, individuals who work in this occupation routinely lose their lives. According to a study recently released by the Center for Progressive Reform, throughout the nation, an average of one worker dies each day. There are many things that could cause this to happen to field workers. As is the case for anyone working...Read More - Parents sue those responsible for gender reassignment surgery
May 17, 2013
Each day decisions are made in medical settings that bring harm to the patient on the receiving end. While in many of those situations, occurring in Pennsylvania and beyond, the harm is minor, in the worst cases it can seriously impact the life and happiness of the patient involved. This appears to be the case in a medical malpractice lawsuit recently filed on behalf of a child. The child was born with the reproductive organs...Read More - Woman injured at Pennsylvania Trader Joe’s files lawsuit
May 14, 2013
While there are a variety of places throughout the state of Pennsylvania from which to purchase groceries, Trader Joe's is a favorite of many. Beyond the usually healthy food selection, many enjoy shopping surrounded by the kitschy island decor. Unfortunately, a grocery shopping trip to a Trader Joe's ended badly for one Pennsylvania couple last year. The husband and wife were in the process of exiting a Trader Joe's when the woman tripped and fell...Read More - Recent report indicates workplace deaths still an issue
May 14, 2013
Overall, there is no question that today, workplaces throughout the nation, including the Pittsburgh area, are safer than they were for our ancestors, 100 or even 50 years ago. The improvements are due to many factors including the establishment of safety standards designed to keep workers from harm. Despite these efforts, including the creation of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, work-related deaths occur all too often. According to a study recently released...Read More - Trucker injured in Pennsylvania bridge accident files lawsuit
May 14, 2013
Often when we write about personal injury lawsuits being filed as a result of a motor vehicle accident, it is in the context of a driver of another vehicle being named as a defendant. While this is appropriate in many situations, in certain circumstances it may be appropriate for other individuals or entities to be on the receiving end of such a civil lawsuit. A truck driver who was injured in a Pennsylvania truck accident...Read More