There are a lot of dangerous jobs out there. But truth be told, some of the most dangerous are those that you would think are the safest. For example, just a few years ago, statistics showed that retail work was riskier than factory work, with 3.5 out of every 100 of...
There can be a lot of contributing factors to dangerous driving. Intoxication, fatigue, and distraction are some of the biggest. But there are other situations that can prove just as hazardous. And any one of these situations could put you and your loved ones at risk,...
There are two main pieces to your personal injury case. In the first, you have to prove liability. This means that you’ll have to demonstrate that the other driver’s negligence caused your accident and your resulting injuries. If you can successfully show liability,...
In Altoona and across Pennsylvania, drivers are justifiably concerned about safety when they take to the state roadways. In recent years, speeding, distraction and drivers who are under the influence has increased markedly. With that has been a spike in accidents with...
A recent preliminary report by the Governors Highway Safety Association showcased a worrisome statistic. According to the report, pedestrian deaths increased by 21% in 2021 as compared to the year before. Non-pedestrian fatalities rose 13% in the same period. In one...
Workplace violence is more common than many people realize. In fact, almost 25,000 assaults occur in workplaces each year. What may be even more surprising is the fact that about 75% of those assaults happen in healthcare setting such as hospitals. As if that’s not...
The primary job responsibility for health care workers in Pennsylvania is to ensure that patients are receiving the care they need. This can include administering medications, moving patients to different beds or areas, conducting surgeries and other medical...
In Pennsylvania, any type contracting and construction work will pose a risk to workers. Since these jobs are among the most common for workplace injuries and death, it is important to understand the fundamental safety requirements and what workers’ compensation...
Driving in Pennsylvania can be stressful when you cannot control the actions of other drivers. This is especially true when drivers are merging on or off the freeway. You may feel like these drivers are putting you at risk by not merging properly. Proper merging can...
