Archive for February 2016
4 PA Driving Laws You May Not Know
Chances are you feel fairly confident on your knowledge of PA driving laws. You know to obey posted signs including speed limits and stop signs. You know to always buckle up and you know that it is illegal to drive under the influence or while texting. However, there are some PA driving laws that are…
Read MoreWhat happens if you are laid off or fired after a work injury? Q&A with Attorney Drew Gannon
Many people are surprised to learn that employers generally do not have to hold a position for you indefinitely following an injury on the job. Your position may be filled or you may even be laid off. As a workers’ compensation attorney for more than 20 years, I’ve seen numerous cases where workers have been…
Read MoreHitting the Slopes: Winter Sports Safety Tips
Now that we have finally seen some snowflakes this winter, hitting the slopes is tempting. Skiers, snowboarders, ice-skaters and others are slipping on their coats and enjoying the season. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, as many as 200,000 injuries related to winter sports occurred in 2018. If you are planning an outdoor…
Read MoreSpace Heater Safety Tips for Your Home
Temperatures are finally reflecting the winter season. As Central Pennsylvanians make warmth a priority in their homes, many turn to dangerous heat sources. While space heaters can help to reduce energy costs by only heating portions of a home, they can prove deadly if not properly maintained and used. More than 25,000 fires related to…
Read MoreThe Evolution of Motorcycle Safety [Infographic]
Motorcyclists are on the road everywhere. While you may think wearing a helmet should be common sense, often you’ll find that many of them choose not to wear one. Depending where you live, those motorcyclists aren’t necessarily breaking the law. Many states have become more lenient on helmet laws since the first law was passed…
Read MoreThe NFL’s Concussion Crisis
In recent years, NFL injuries have been front and center in national conversation. Folks have long suspected that continually hitting your helmet against an opponent’s helmet was bad for your brain. Those fears were validated in a recently released study by the researchers at Boston University. They found chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a disease believed…
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