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Posted on Jan. 12th, 2017 | in Industrial Accidents, News
Miners know they’re entering an inherently dangerous profession, but it’s much less dangerous than it used to be. And last year may have been one of the safest years on record for miners. It certainly looks that way from fatality data, with a record low of 25 mining fatalities reported by the Mine Safety and… read more
Posted on Jan. 5th, 2017 | in News, Wrongful Death
If you are ever in a situation where a loved one unexpectedly has passed away, the loss is no doubt overwhelming. Dealing with the initial needs like funeral arrangements and grieving can be more than any one person should bear. You, along with family members and friends, may have a lot of questions about how… read more
Posted on Dec. 30th, 2016 | in Car Accidents, News
When Pittsburgh residents get behind the wheel, as they often do on a daily basis, they never think that they will be the one involved in a horrific car accident. The reality is that car accidents can happen anywhere, anytime and to anyone. Innocent drivers and passengers are involved in serious car accidents that can… read more
Posted on Dec. 23rd, 2016 | in News, Truck Accidents
Semi-trucks and other similar commercial trucks, are held to higher safety standards than are passenger vehicles. This is because their size and weight are so much vaster than the average vehicle, and thus, semi-trucks can do much more damage when involved in a truck accident. Such a truck accident, between a semi-truck and multiple passenger… read more
Posted on Dec. 16th, 2016 | in Aviation Accidents, News
Many people in Allegheny County have the fear of flight. Whether this fear is rooted in a fear of heights, claustrophobia or a relinquishing of control, many people have a fear of flying. Most people’s fears are unwarranted as most flights go off without a hitch. However, there is a small percentage of flights that… read more
Posted on Dec. 8th, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
On an ordinary drive to school, work or the store, on an ordinary day, Pennsylvania residents can experience profound life-changing events. An unexpected and sudden car crash can cause serious injuries that impact the person for the rest of their life. As discussed last week in this blog, it is not always easy to tell… read more
Posted on Dec. 2nd, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
When Pennsylvania residents suffer serious injuries, they often know it right from the moment the injury is suffered. This is not always the case, however, as there can be injuries that are not immediately apparent. For example, as discussed last week in this blog, there has been an effort recently to increase awareness about concussions… read more
Posted on Nov. 25th, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
Many Pennsylvania residents around the state are enjoying another exciting season of Pittsburgh Steelers football. The legendary team is again hoping to add another championship to its impressive resume. In the meantime, the team is taking other steps to advance the lives of those around the state and the country as a whole. With the… read more
Posted on Nov. 17th, 2016 | in Car Accidents, News
After Pennsylvania residents are seriously hurt in a car accident, their focus is often on regaining their health to the extent possible, and rightly so. But the operations, medications, therapy, rehabilitation and other medical treatment that may be necessary costs a great deal of money. These high costs are on top of the other significant… read more
Posted on Nov. 11th, 2016 | in Car Accidents, News
When Pennsylvania residents suffer serious injuries in a car accident, the focus is often placed upon the acts of the negligent driver who caused the crash. However, as discussed recently in this blog, there may be the potential for holding other parties liable beyond simply the driver. For example, if the driver was acting in… read more