May 1, 2025 National Heatstroke Prevention Day Is Upon Us Since 1998, over 1,000 children have lost their lives from pediatric vehicular heatstroke. Just last year, 39 children died. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launches an annual awareness campaign to prevent these senseless tragedies from happening. Although most incidences of pediatric heatstroke occur during the hot summer months, heatstroke can happen in temperatures … Read More »
April 22, 2025 How Confined Space Programs Can Save Lives The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently investigated the death of a 30-year-old Oklahoma worker who died of asphyxiation while conducting repairs inside a water tank in 2023. The federal health and safety agency found that the decedent’s employer failed to evaluate the water tank for hazardous conditions, like testing atmospheric conditions, and did … Read More »
April 18, 2025 Nursing Homes: When and Where is Right for Your Loved One? There may come a point when an elderly friend or family member begins needing more care and support than you can provide. The United States has over 15,000 certified nursing homes with more than one million residents – but knowing when to it is time to consider a move and which place is best for … Read More »
April 8, 2025 Potholes – Understanding Premises Liability When Accidents Occur Spring is notorious for the emergence of potholes, which can pose significant risks to drivers, motorcycle riders, cyclists, and pedestrians alike. Pothole accidents are common. Every year, numerous people in Pennsylvania suffer injuries caused by potholes on public and private property. Why Are There More Potholes in Spring? Potholes on roads tend to appear and … Read More »
April 8, 2025 Here’s How to Avoid Medication Mistakes According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately one-third of American adults in their 60s and 70s take five or more prescription medications daily. Juggling different medication schedules, dosages, and instructions is a complicated process; in fact, as many as half of all patients fail to take their prescription(s) correctly. Improper medication … Read More »
April 2, 2025 Warmer Weather: What Drivers Need to Know About Road Construction in Spring Spring weather in Pennsylvania is generally ideal for road construction. Warmer temperatures allow for easier and more efficient work and for materials such as asphalt and concrete to set properly. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), nearly 1,500 car accidents occur annually in work zones, resulting in over 100 injuries and numerous fatalities. … Read More »
March 25, 2025 Spring Break Accidents: Navigating the Legalities of Road Trips Spring break is a time for fun and relaxation, but it also ushers in a rise in car accidents, particularly among young drivers. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), March and April have some of the highest number of fatal car accidents. Over 30 percent of all traffic-related fatalities during spring break … Read More »
March 21, 2025 March Is Workplace Eye Wellness Month Prevent Blindness, a non-profit, voluntary organization committed to fighting blindness, saving sight, and improving policies for eye and vision health, has yet again declared March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month. People employed in all different types of industries, from administrative and office work to construction and specialized labor forces, face unique, job-specific risks for sustaining … Read More »
March 13, 2025 What Can an Attorney Do for Elevator Injury Claims? Elevator accidents are often complex, involving multiple parties and potentially devastating injuries. Improper design, installation, or maintenance can compromise elevator safety, leading to incidents that require detailed investigation and legal knowledge. When you hire Galfand Berger LLP, our experienced Philadelphia premises liability lawyers handle every aspect of your claim. A lawyer can do the following: … Read More »
