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Posted on Jun. 11th, 2015 | in Brain Injuries, News
Last year, we discussed a serious truck accident involving actor and comedian Tracy Morgan. Morgan suffered critical injuries in the accident, including a traumatic brain injury. It has been almost a year since the accident. Morgan has said that he is still struggling to recover, and he continues to suffer from headaches, nosebleeds and memory… read more
Posted on Jun. 5th, 2015 | in News, Truck Accidents
Readers of this blog are probably well aware that big rigs can pose a significant threat to Pennsylvania motorists. Their sheer size can be deadly in the event of a truck accident, and even those who are fortunate enough to survive such a wreck can be left with serious injuries or permanent disability. Yet, when… read more
Posted on May. 29th, 2015 | in Gas Drilling, News
The shale gas drilling explosion from last February in which a 27-year-old contracted worker and future father was killed has been settled. The explosion, which happened in February 2014 in Dunkard, Greene County, PA, killed the man as he and another worker were rushing toward the blast area after hearing a loud hissing noise. The… read more
Posted on May. 28th, 2015 | in News, Truck Accidents
Accidents involving commercial trucks can cause serious injuries to motorists. Commercial trucks can be dangerous on the Pittsburgh roadways due to their extensive size and weight. When these vehicles are speeding, their danger is even more pronounced. Despite this danger, many truck drivers exceed the design limits on the tires of these commercial vehicles. That’s… read more
Posted on May. 21st, 2015 | in Brain Injuries, News
Traumatic brain injuries lead to devastating life changes for many people each year. Traumatic brain injuries are typically caused by an external force and often arise in personal injury cases. A TBI can occur as a result of slip and falls, motor vehicle accidents and workplace accidents. When a brain injury is caused by the… read more
Posted on May. 15th, 2015 | in Car Accidents, News
Every day, thousands of people travel on the busy highways of Western Pennsylvania. Some of these people will be involved in a car accident that will change their lives forever. While some accidents are not preventable, many of them are caused by a motorist who failed to follow the rules of the road. Determining who… read more
Posted on May. 11th, 2015 | in Aviation Accidents, News
With so many devastating plane crashes in the news nowadays, many people are afraid to travel by plane. While aviation accidents are rare, when they do occur, they can leave families devastated. Plane crashes can be caused by many things, including pilot error, faulty design or equipment and negligent actions by flight and ground crew…. read more
Posted on May. 1st, 2015 | in Brain Injuries, News
Traumatic brain injuries can occur as a result of serious accidents. These accidents can range from a slip-and-fall at the local grocery store to a car accident on a busy Pittsburgh highway. While not all traumatic brain injuries are severe, even a relatively mild one can have long-lasting consequences. A majority of people who suffer… read more
Posted on Apr. 17th, 2015 | in News, Wrongful Death
When families trust medical professionals to care for their loved ones, they expect these professionals to adhere to the standard of care reasonably expected of those in the medical field. When a doctor or hospital behaves negligently, and as a result of this negligence, harms a patient, he or she may face lawsuits from the… read more
Posted on Apr. 10th, 2015 | in Brain Injuries, News
For many years, Pittsburgh medical professionals have informed us of the damage caused by traumatic brain injuries. Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, are often suffered as a result of car accidents, falls, and various athletic activities. The effects of TBIs depend on the severity of the injury. Mild TBIs could involve brief unconsciousness, changes in… read more