November 15, 2019 Limiting Workplace Motor Vehicle Accidents Someone dies in a motor vehicle collision every twelve minutes, a person is injured every ten seconds, and every five seconds a crash happens. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), many of these accidents happen while someone is commuting to or is already at work. Data shows that when employers implement effective … Read More »
November 14, 2019 Truck Accidents Caused by Lost Loads One of the most common causes of truck accidents is lost loads. Commercial truck drivers transport heavy cargo and hazardous materials across Pennsylvania highways every day. When cargo is improperly loaded or overloaded, it can lead to truck accidents. The truck accident lawyers at Galfand Berger LLP have successfully represented many clients injured by lost … Read More »
November 13, 2019 Check Your Batteries: Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide Alarms Robert Adler, Acting Chairman of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is reminding Americans that now is the time for checking and changing batteries in their carbon monoxide and smoke detectors. In regard to limiting risks associated with fires and CO exposure, Adler said: “early warning is crucial to getting out […] alive” – and … Read More »
November 7, 2019 City Sidewalks in Poor Condition for the Disabled We tend to go about our daily activities, taking for granted how simple it is to walk across the street or walk along the sidewalk. For individuals with disabilities, the path may not be as easy or safe to navigate. Cities and towns are responsible for ensuring sidewalks and ramps are properly designed, well-maintained, and … Read More »
November 4, 2019 Chainsaw Hazards And Safety Tips Chainsaws are tools commonly used in a variety of jobs – but they can also be extremely dangerous and cause thousands of serious injuries and hundreds of fatalities every year. When employers implement effective safety and health programs to mitigate chainsaw dangers, a majority of the hazards typically associated with these tools can be avoided. … Read More »
October 31, 2019 More Dressers Recalled Due To Tip Over Hazards Approximately one million Ridgewood four-drawer dressers (“Belmont” models) have been recalled due to serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that create deadly risks for infants and children. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced the recall, which also includes certain models that fail to comply with federally mandated performance requirements. Recall Information A total of … Read More »
October 30, 2019 Over One Million Defective Knives Recalled The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced a recall including more than 1.1 million Gordon brand folding knives due to laceration hazards. The manufacturer has received at least seven reports of incidents or injuries associated with the defective knives so far, four of which required professional medical attention. Defective Gordon Folding Knives Due to … Read More »
October 29, 2019 Survival Benefits From Owning a Dog There is good news for current and prospective dog owners: in an official statement, the American Heart Association (AHA) says that data including 10 studies and more than 3.8 million patients shows improved survival rates associated with dog ownership. The data also finds numerous health benefits for people who live alone – especially those with … Read More »
October 24, 2019 Halloween Safety Tips Halloween is just around the corner, and many children and adults are eagerly anticipating a night of trick or treating and celebrations. Many people do not realize that this fun holiday can have tragic results when slip and falls, pedestrian injuries, and car accidents cause serious injuries. Halloween can be safe and fun for all … Read More »
