Posts by KBG Injury Law LLP
Orthopedic Injuries and Workers’ Compensation in Pennsylvania
One common truth of every occupation in America is that work-related injuries can happen when you least expect it. Even remote workers are at risk of suffering from specific work-related injuries. Some of the common work-related injuries are slip and fall accidents, overexertion injuries, and injuries from falling objects. Overexertion injuries are the result of…
Read MoreBrain & Head Injuries in Children: What Adults Should Know
One of the more serious injuries that children may sustain is brain injury. Such injuries can lead to devastating, permanent changes. One of the dangerous characteristics about a brain injury is that it a brain injury can arise from trauma that doesn’t cause a visible injury or result in pain. After suffering head trauma, a…
Read MoreInjured While Traveling in PA for the Holidays? We Can Help
The holiday season can be one of the most exciting times of the year for many families. It can also be one of the most stressful and anxious times of the year for many people choosing to travel during the holiday season. Some of the heaviest days for traveling revolve around the holiday season, from…
Read MoreIn A Car Crash in a Work Vehicle; What Happens Next?
Accidents — something we all may experience at least once in our life whether it’s a fender bender or a major collision. Car accidents become even more complicated if they occur while you are driving a company vehicle. While there are benefits of driving a company car, such as mileage and wear and tear not…
Read MoreGood Deed Gone Wrong – Injured While Volunteering
Most organizations need the help of volunteers to keep their business moving forward. But what happens if a volunteer is injured at work? Who is responsible? Is the company required to cover any medical expenses? It can be a tricky and complex situation when volunteers come into play. Read on to learn what types of…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation 101
You may often hear about workers’ compensation on a commercial or on a billboard on the side of the road, but what is workers’ compensation? How might it apply to you? Understanding workers’ compensation will benefit you as an employer or as an employee. Read on to learn how workers’ compensation works. What is Workers’…
Read MoreQ&A with Evan Kline: I was injured during holiday shopping, who is responsible?
The month of December is the busiest shopping month of the year. With door-busting deals, more and more shoppers flood to their local stores and malls creating chaos for all. While shopping may look differently this year with more online sales, there is still the potential for a greater risk for slip-and-fall accidents for shoppers.…
Read MoreHow Defective Product Injuries Changed History
We all have sustained some sort of injury throughout our lifetime. However, an injury caused by a dangerous or defective product could leave more than just physical damages. The United States is familiar with dangerous products and recall. Thankfully, most products are recalled before too many individuals are harmed. In 2019, the number of product…
Read MoreDIY Electrical Safety at Home Tips
In the day and age of the Internet, homeowners are leaning toward Google and YouTube to learn how to do home renovation projects. In a 2019 report, nearly nine in 10 homeowners ran into mistakes when working through DIY home improvement projects, while one in four have injured themselves. Read on to learn how DIY…
Read MoreInjured at work – now what?
The unthinkable has happened – you were injured on the job. Under the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act, everyone who has suffered a work-related injury or has contracted a work-related illness or disease that prevents them from carrying out their daily work responsibilities is eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. While workers’ compensation is intended to help…
Read MoreRepetitive Stress Injuries for Workers’ Compensation
Many believe workers’ compensation only covers work-related injuries like hurting your back while lifting a heavy object, slipping and falling on a wet floor or breaking an arm. While all of these injuries may be covered by workers’ compensation, there are other injuries that are just as common that could be covered. A large portion…
Read MoreBoating Safety for Summer Fun
After being cooped up in your home for the winter season, you want to enjoy the nice warm weather with a boating and fishing trip. What could possibly go wrong? Many believe that boating disasters occur in the dark on raging ocean water. However, most boating accidents occur during the day, typically with nice weather…
Read MoreSafety First: Firework Work Safety
When you think of the Fourth of July, you typically think of turning on the barbecue, pool parties and a day filled with dazzling firework displays. However, a day filled with laughter and fun can end with severe and life-altering injuries. The Fourth of July carries the highest accident statistics in the U.S. compared to…
Read MoreHome Pool Safety
Summer vacation is just around the corner for kids and teens. What might seem like the perfect answer to keeping your kids active while beating the summer heat, can also be dangerous if not properly monitored. Taking a splash in a home pool should come with some precautions to avoid unintentional drowning and swimming pool…
Read MoreStart summer with a home inspection checklist
Summer is the perfect time to reflect on your home and how you can best maintain it. Whether you’ve owned your home for 5 years or 20, it’s important to regularly ensure it remains safe for you and guests. Over time, safety guidelines change and regular wear-and-tear can take its toll. If someone is injured…
Read MoreQ&A with Drew Gannon: What to do if injured in another state for work
Being injured on the job can cause not only physical pain but also frustration. Additional frustration and confusion can be caused by being injured on the job in a different state. Each state has different statutes for workers’ compensation, which can affect how you are covered if injured. Drew Gannon, a certified Pennsylvania workers’ compensation…
Read MoreWhat is PIP and do I need it?
PIP, personal injury protection, is a complex type of auto insurance that provides medical coverage when an auto accident occurs, regardless of who is at fault. Creating a plan that is right for you and your family can save you from financial devastation and give you the time you need to fully recover. What you…
Read MoreChoosing Long-Term Care for Your Loved Ones
Americans are aging slower, and therefore living longer, compared to 40 years ago. Whether aging in place or transferring to an older adult community, it’s important to find care for your loved ones that not only aligns with their interests, but also has their safety top of mind. How can you ensure that you’re finding…
Read MoreThree Things to Do after a Semi-Truck Accident
Being involved in a vehicle accident can be a frightening time for anyone, especially if the accident involves a truck. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation estimates that of 7,000 heavy truck crashes that occur each year, roughly 140 of them are fatal. No matter the type of truck, whether it be a tractor-trailer, flatbed or…
Read MoreQ&A with Ted Kennett: Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety
In Pennsylvania, there are roughly 850,000 licensed motorcyclists. If you are a motorcyclist, it is important to know how to keep yourself safe. If you do not drive a motorcycle, it is just as important to understand how you can help reduce hazards. For National Motorcycle Safety month, Ted Kennett discusses motorcycle safety and what…
Read MorePut Down the Phone and Drive: Adhere to PA’s Distracted Driving Laws
We all have likely done it once in our life — been distracted while driving. Today we think of distracted driving and visualize a smartphone or car infotainment system. Yet long before this tech, we ate fast food in our cars, reached toward the back seat to grab a wallet or changed the radio station.…
Read More5 Steps to Take When You Are Hit By a Drunk Driver
According to PennDOT, an average of 21 alcohol-related crashes occurred daily in 2020. Nearly three-fourths of those crashes resulted in injury or death. While the number of DUI accidents has decreased in the past five years, drunk driving remains a serious problem in Pennsylvania, particularly during summer holidays. Last year during the Independence Day weekend,…
Read MoreQ&A with Brian Strong: How will COVID-19 delay my case?
As the nation continues to see COVID-19 evolve, many businesses and organizations are seeing a halt in their proceedings. United States courtrooms are not immune to these updated regulations and restrictions, which is leading to numerous COVID-19 interruptions. In a recent announcement, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ordered all court across the Commonwealth to close…
Read MoreQ&A with Jennifer Kline: I’ve been laid off and was on work restrictions for a work injury. Am I entitled to workers’ compensation benefits?
In a time of uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic, unfortunately, many Pennsylvanians are seeing layoffs and furloughs. By mid-March, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry estimated roughly 121,000 people applied online for unemployment assistance. While the government has shifted the unemployment benefit requirements, many employees are left with questions regarding their workers’ compensation…
Read MoreQ&A with Lishani Sunday: What do I do if I was injured by a failed medical device?
Medical devices are intended to increase and improve an individual’s quality of life. You would not expect them to cause additional anguish. Unfortunately, some medical devices are defective causing long-term suffering and sometimes fatal injuries. Since 2008, medical devices for pain and other medical conditions have caused more than 80,000 deaths. Lishani Sunday, one of…
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