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- Flammability cited as reason for mattress recall in Pennsylvania
Feb 1, 2013
Most Pittsburgh area residents appreciate a good night's sleep. For many this means investing in a quality mattress. While most consumers who purchase new mattresses are likely most interested in comfort, there are certain other requirements issued by the federal government that must be met as well. One of these requirements regards its flammability. Recently, mattresses manufactured by The Mattress Cloud Inc., were voluntarily recalled due to this issue. Though as of yet no injuries...Read More - Failure to stop results in SUV rollover accident
Feb 1, 2013
Car accidents that result in vehicle rollovers are among some of the most serious and often result in those individuals involved sustaining serious or fatal injuries. Oftentimes, rollover accidents result when two or more vehicles collide with one another. The impact of such a crash interferes with a vehicle's ability to stabilize causing it to rollover or turn on its side. Often larger vehicles with more height are especially susceptible to rolling over when involved...Read More - New servicer for Pennsylvania workers’ compensation debit card
Feb 1, 2013
When a worker in Pennsylvania is injured or becomes ill due to something at his or her work place, in some cases the worker may decide to seek workers' compensation benefits. The benefits available and the duration of those benefits varies depending on the severity of the injury or illness the worker suffered. Currently, those workers in the Pittsburgh area have two options for how to obtain the benefits-direct deposit or debit card. Those who...Read More - Wrongful death lawsuit filed in bicyclist’s death
Feb 1, 2013
No parent expects to have to experience the death of a child. Most figure that their children will long out live them. Due in part to the expectation, no one is prepared for such an outcome. An already difficult situation is made that much more devastating when the death is the result of negligent behavior of another. For the family of a 19-year-old man who was killed by a drunk driver while riding his bicycle...Read More - Junior Seau’s family sues NFL for linebacker’s brain damage
Jan 30, 2013
Junior Seau, retired former star linebacker, committed suicide last May at the tender age of 43. Now his family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the NFL. Supporting their claim of head trauma that was covered up is the result of an examination of his brain by the National Institutes of Health. This action is not yet part of the thousands of former players, who are plaintiffs in 175 head trauma suits. Over 100...Read More - Possibility of metal particles prompts pizza recall
Jan 30, 2013
All humans require food to eat. Accordingly each day individuals throughout the Pittsburgh area make their way to area grocery stores to purchase either ingredients for dishes or premade meals that only need to be heated before consuming. Either way, there is an expectation on the part of the consumer that the items purchased will not make them sick or otherwise inflict harm. One of the most popular take and heat types of food is...Read More - Gatorade formula changing to switch out questionable ingredient
Jan 26, 2013
In many cases when it comes to potentially dangerous products, companies will change their products as a result of public pressure without issuing a recall for that product. This tends to be a positive for a company over waiting for a recall and having to pull the product from store shelves; the company can claim to be aware of the issue while still asserting that its product is safe. This is the scenario playing out...Read More - Improperly reuse of medical devices putting patients at risk
Jan 26, 2013
A conflict is emerging in the attitude among medical professionals toward so-called green practices. Many hospitals and clinics can and do save money and resources by conserving resources. When it comes to reusing certain medical devices, however, the risk of inadvertently infecting patients should outweigh the cost savings. Unfortunately, in some cases, reusing needles or vials of medicine has led to outbreaks of diseases such as hepatitis C. Such hospital errors can be avoided by...Read More - Woman headed to prison after murder, DUI convictions
Jan 26, 2013
A woman who was charged after causing a fatal car accident last year while fleeing from police has been sentenced to up to 10 years in prison. The crash occurred in February in Penn Hills; a 25-year-old woman died in the accident. The woman who was sentenced this month was convicted of charges including third-degree murder, driving under the influence as well as drug charges. The woman was observed driving the wrong way down the...Read More - Hulk Hogan files $50 million medical malpractice lawsuit
Jan 25, 2013
A recent lawsuit filed by Terry Bollea has gained national media attention. Bollea, better known by his stage name of Hulk Hogan, has filed a $50 million medical malpractice lawsuit against doctors who he claims performed ineffective procedures that only served to worsen his condition. After years on the pro-wrestling circuit, Bollea had sustained severe damage to his lower back. Seeking relief from the constant pain which prevented him from re-entering the wrestling ring, Bollea...Read More