How to Avoid Injuries Resulting from Animal Bites
Almost every day, humans come into contact with wild and domesticated animals. Although many of these encounters are harmless, there are some that result in injury. About 4.7 million Americans suffer from a dog bite each year, making it the most common animal-related injury. Bites from cats account for the second most common pet bite,…
Read MoreHead Injuries: What you need to know
Traumatic brain injury is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S., according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. It takes 153 lives every day in the U.S. alone. If you or a loved one experienced a head injury, would you know what to do? Below is information to…
Read MoreQ&A with Nancy Mizerak: What is the new veterans disability law coming in February, and how might it affect me?
In 2017, Congress passed the Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act also known as the Appeals Modernization Act. In short, the reason behind the act is to process appeals more efficiently. The law takes effect in February 2019. Social security and veterans disability attorney Nancy Mizerak responds below to questions about the new law and…
Read MoreAmerican Heart Month Creates Awareness for Pre-Existing Conditions and Workers’ Compensation
Valentine’s Day isn’t the only reason to think about “hearts” in February. February also brings awareness to heart disease as it has been coined American Heart Month. Heart disease doesn’t just affect those who are older; it can happen to anyone at any age. Annually, heart disease is attributed to 1 in 4 deaths in…
Read More4 Tips for Pursuing a Personal Injury Claim
Personal injury claims are one of the most common forms of litigation filed as they happen easily to just about everyone. From auto accidents to property negligence and everything in between, these things happen but need to be taken seriously since the law provides for compensation for individuals who have been harmed due to the…
Read MoreQ&A with Dean Dominick: How has a sedentary workplace impacted workers’ compensation?
As U.S. jobs continue to evolve, more individuals are sitting at desks in front of screens. An estimated 86 percent of all U.S. workers sit all day for their jobs, according to a U.S. News & World Report article. This contributes to an average of 13 hours of sitting per day. Sitting, which has been…
Read MoreQ&A with Wes Addington: What are the new DUI laws and how could they affect me?
Pennsylvania passed legislation that went into effect Dec. 23, 2018, just before the holiday season, in an effort to increase penalties on repeat DUI offenders. According to Pennsylvania Parents Against Impaired Driving, there are 1 million Pennsylvania drivers with DUI convictions who may now be subject to the higher penalties for future DUIs. Personal injury…
Read More5 Helpful Tips to Avoid an Auto Accident Due to Winter Weather
Auto accidents happen for a variety of reasons every day but when you add wintry weather and poor road conditions to the mix, it creates an even higher risk. In 2020, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) recorded 5,756 auto accidents as a result of winter weather. These accidents accounted for 5.5 percent of total…
Read MoreWhat Should I Do Now That My Insurance Claim was Denied?
Don’t panic. While getting a returned claim from your insurance adjuster with the conclusion of it being denied is intimidating and shocking, there are steps you can take to get your claim reviewed and eventually accepted. The insurance claim process can be a tough one, but here’s what you should do when you receive a…
Read MoreQ&A with Evan Kline: What you should and shouldn’t do on social media following an accident
We live in a world where social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are used to talk about your day, upload photos, share an event or to stay connected with family and friends. With roughly 7 in 10 Americans using social media, it is important to be cautious about what you post following an…
Read MoreOlder Driver Safety Awareness: Tips for Older Drivers on the Road
Every year, the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) promotes Older Driver Safety Awareness. The goal of the awareness is to promote the importance of mobility and transportation among older drivers and community members. To ensure older drivers are safely active in their communities — shopping, working, volunteering and much more — AOTA aims to prove…
Read MoreQ&A with Tim Salvatore: What can clients do during a case to help their lawyers?
Let me set the stage so that you have some context for my answers. You’ve been seriously injured. Your world is consumed by chaos, adversity and pain. You made the right decision to hire a lawyer, a lawyer who will take your injuries as personally as you do and fight to get you the results you deserve.…
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