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- 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 - Jury awards $15M in Pennsylvania products liability case
Apr 10, 2013
We often write posts regarding potential products liability lawsuits that could be filed as a result of a defective product inflicting injury on someone using it. This week we have information on a jury verdict recently handed down by a Pennsylvania jury. The defective product at the heart of the case was 2006 Toyota Sienna. Six individuals were reportedly in the vehicle, which was rented from a car-share service, when a component to the vehicle...Read More - Jury verdict in favor of victims who contracted Hepatitis C
Apr 10, 2013
Each day individuals throughout Western Pennsylvania turn to medical professionals to address illnesses and injuries they suffer. In some cases visits to medical providers are preventative in nature, designed to keep the person as healthy as possible by identifying any health issues as early in their development as possible. When medical errors are committed in any of these situations that result in harm to the patient, a medical malpractice lawsuit may be appropriate. An ailment...Read More - Pennsylvania man dies in accident on Route 119
Apr 10, 2013
When a loved one dies in a car accident it can be difficult for family and friends to deal with the shock of losing someone so suddenly. In addition to the emotional toll, in many situations a financial stress is present as well. While today it is not uncommon for multiple individuals within a family to work to pay the bills, this stress is particularly strong when the individual who died was responsible for all...Read More - Motorcycle accident in Western Pennsylvania sends man to hospital
Apr 10, 2013
While throughout the nation spring is having a hard time determining whether it really wants to arrive, individuals throughout Western Pennsylvania are seizing any opportunity they can to get out with their motorcycles. While this undoubtedly brings joy to many throughout the state, it also has an unfortunate downside-an increase in motorcycle accidents. Last week one such accident occurred in the New Castle area. A man was taken to a Pittsburgh hospital after the motorcycle...Read More