Ensure deck and sidewalk safety to prevent premises liability
In south central Pennsylvania, the days are longer and the temperatures are rising, prompting more people to spend time outdoors. With spring, however, comes an increased risk for slip and fall accidents on neglected sidewalks and patios. Falls account for more than 8 million U.S. hospital emergency room visits, representing the leading cause of visits,…
Read MoreReasons to talk with your teen about safe driving at prom
Prom should be a time of celebration. The school year’s end is near, and if your teen is a senior, her high school career is almost over. It’s the perfect reason to dress up, dine, dance and enjoy the moment. Too often, though, such a celebration results in tragedy. Car accidents are the leading cause…
Read MoreOvercome the stress of insurance hassles
It’s tough enough when you’ve been in a car accident, or a fire destroyed your home. To complicate matters, your car insurance or home insurance company is dragging its feet in processing your claim. In waiting for your insurance payout, you’re left with a rental car or living in a motel. It’s no surprise that…
Read MoreMedical Negligence: Are You Being Treated Right? [Infographic]
According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, if all medically-negligent deaths were reported like other causes of death, medical negligence would be the third leading cause of death in the U.S. — just behind heart disease and cancer. Medical negligence is difficult to prove, but its effects are often dire. It’s estimated that…
Read MoreMichael Scott’s Guide to Surviving Your 9-5 [Infographic]
Office Safety… boring? Not if you’re Michael Scott, fictional boss of NBC’s “The Office” (2005 – 2013). The Office, known for its cringe-worthy, realistic deadpan humor, became one of TV’s best comedies and was nominated for 42 Primetime Emmy Awards, winning five. The series focuses on the day-to-day operation of Dunder Mifflin, a regional paper…
Read MoreCyber Bullying: Is It Really An Epidemic? (Infographic)
Bullying: The New Awareness The prevalence of bullying in America’s schools has resulted in its being named a public health issue. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, bullying is classified as a form of youth violence and can result in physical injury, social and emotional distress, and even death. Victims are at increased…
Read MoreWhat’s Your Insurance IQ?
Reading about auto insurance is like wading through hardening cement. We’ve listed a few things below to help you understand the minimum coverage you must carry: Medical Benefits Insurance companies are required to include a minimum of $5,000 per person in medical coverage with each policy issued in Pennsylvania. This component pays for treatment for…
Read MoreYes or No: Driving Maneuvers
Here are a few questions about driving maneuvers we’ve all seen or done. But is it legal: 1. To talk on your cell phone without a hands-free set-up while driving in Pennsylvania? Y N 2. To have an 11-year-old ride in the front seat with you? Y N 3. For your insurance company to pay…
Read MoreWhat’s Your Insurance IQ – The Price Isn’t Always Right
Buying just the minimum auto insurance coverage may cause you much heartache later on. Accepted medical literature shows that in some cases, apparently “minor” accidents can cause you serious permanent injuries, particularly depending upon your body position at the time of impact. Here are a few IQ-tips to prepare you for scenarios beyond your control:…
Read MoreWhen an Accident Occurs, What Should You Do?
At KBG, our attorneys spend every day fighting for our clients. Standing in the way of fair and just results is the insurance industry, a multibillion dollar industry whose only goal is to pay out as little as possible on any claim whether it is legitimate or not. Each of our attorneys have handled hundreds…
Read MoreAre You “The Suing Type?”
We hear about them every day on television, the internet and talk radio shows: frivolous lawsuits. Ridiculous stories like the one about a burglar who tripped and fell while in the victim’s house and then brought a successful lawsuit against the victim for his injuries. Stories so outrageous that we just want to scream, “What’s…
Read MoreStrained Sports: Injuries in Athletes [Infographic]
It’s something we see at almost every sports contest — someone gets hurt. The severity and type of injury varies case by case and depends greatly on the type of sport being played. Injuries range in severity from minor injuries like cuts and bruises to catastrophic brain injuries.
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