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- Road conditions, tires, possible causes of fatal crash
Apr 19, 2013
Often when car accidents occur in the Pittsburgh area, they are due to something the person behind the wheel does. This is of course not the only reason that car crashes occur however. At times the condition of the road or vehicle can play a role. Both of these appear to have contributed to causing a fatal collision that happened earlier this month on Ohio River Boulevard. Authorities indicate that the early morning crash occurred...Read More - Air bag issues prompt automobile recalls
Apr 17, 2013
Automobile makers throughout the world take steps with each model to make their vehicles safe for its occupants. Many of these safety features, such as airbags, are standard throughout the industry. Each day throughout the Pittsburgh area individuals who are involved in motor vehicle accidents are saved by these airbags. These lives that are saved illustrate how effective these safety features can be. Recently, four major carmakers issued a recall of their cars due to...Read More - Charter bus strikes travelers in disabled car on I-70
Apr 17, 2013
Generally, drivers have a responsibility to pay attention to their surroundings when driving at any time of the day, or night. The legal duty is intended to protect not only the driver, but anyone else who may be on the road. Drivers owe a duty to passengers, pedestrians and other motorists. Nonetheless, motor vehicle accidents can occur, and each accident may involve a complex array of circumstances. The Ohio State Patrol says that a driver...Read More - Worker hurt after becoming wedged under equipment
Apr 12, 2013
Depending on an employee's workplace a worker fall can be devastating. While a trip and fall in an office can of course result in injury to an employee, falls that can occur in industrial settings can lead to even more catastrophic injuries. These occur throughout the nation including the in the Pittsburgh area. Last month a Pennsylvania man was apparently hurt in a fall while working. He was reportedly in the process of unloading a...Read More - Super-absorbent polymer ball toys pose danger to children
Apr 12, 2013
It is likely that there are many children in the Pittsburgh area that fascinated by polymer balls that have been sold as toys throughout the nation under brand names Water Balz and Orbeez. The small balls grow when water is added to them. Unfortunately these types of toys can be dangerous, particularly to young children. These dangers led to the recall of Water Balz sold by Dunecraft. There appear to be at least two ways...Read More - Car hits, kills pedestrian in Allegheny County
Apr 12, 2013
While fatal car accidents often involve multiple vehicles, this is not always the case. At times they involve one vehicle and a pedestrian. Victims who are not in automobiles when struck are even more likely to suffer serious injuries that lead to death. This was the case late last month in Allegheny County. A 40-year-old man died at a hospital after a SUV struck him. After the incident the driver behind the wheel of the...Read More - Long-term safety risks kill 40,000 workers each year
Apr 11, 2013
N-propyl bromide (nPB) is used by thousands of workers in auto shops, dry cleaners and electronics manufacturing plants across the U.S. However, government officials and researchers have warned for over ten years that the chemical is linked to neurological damage and infertility when inhaled over extended periods. Nevertheless, the use of this chemical has expanded in the past several years. This sheds light on the problems among workplace safety. The exponential growth and use of...Read More - Pennsylvania hospitals can be dangerous to one’s health, Part 1
Apr 10, 2013
Hospitals are deemed by many Pittsburgh residents to be a safe environment. There is good reason for this. On a regular basis, patients receive the care they need to recover from accidents and injuries. While this is the outcome in most situations, unfortunately in some cases hospital patients actually suffer injuries and illnesses due medical errors they are on the receiving end of while they are in the hospital. These medical errors take many forms...Read More - Can better communication reduce medical errors?
Apr 10, 2013
Doctor errors are a big problem in the medical system, both in Ohio and throughout the United States. While distraction, inattention and busyness are all major contributing factors, many misdiagnoses and other errors can be traced back to poor communication between doctors and their patients. The Cleveland Clinic is working on a program to address this issue. They have developed an education program that teaches medical students and practicing physicians better strategies for communicating with...Read More - Western Pennsylvania ATV accident kills 1, injures child
Apr 10, 2013
Many individuals in Western Pennsylvania enjoy spending time outdoors while utilizing recreational vehicles. A popular recreational vehicle for these individuals is the all-terrain vehicle. ATVs allow individuals to traverse through terrain other vehicles would not be able to handle. While these vehicles provide enjoyment for many they can also be dangerous and result in serious injuries. This is illustrated by a fatal ATV accident that occurred this past weekend. The incident occurred in Connellsville Township...Read More