The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules are intended to protect workers from dangers like power lines. Leaders of construction crews are supposed to follow those rules, but they often don’t, and their negligence leads to deadly accidents. If you were injured or a loved one was killed in a workplace power line electrocution accident, a workplace injury lawyer can help you explore your options for compen...
Pennsylvania nursing homes are in a state of crisis. From serious safety violations to severe staffing shortages, nursing homes across the state are facing critical issues when it comes to safely providing for their residents. If you have a loved one who resides in a Pennsylvania nursing home, it’s essential to be aware of the many issues plaguing Pennsylvania senior living facilities.
Unfortunately, many of the issues th...
A new survey sheds light on which Pennsylvania hospitals are safest for patients — and which might be the most dangerous. Hospital practices are directly linked to the risk of a patient’s experiencing medical malpractice in the form of avoidable illness or injury. Next time you need to head to a hospital in Pennsylvania for imaging, lab work, or surgery, it’s worth taking the time to check how your local hospital stacks ...
Pregnancy is known for producing a wide range of unpleasant symptoms, such as nausea, fatigue, and frequent urination. While these can be typical at any time of year, anyone who has been pregnant during the summer months can attest that the heat often significantly increases physical discomfort. What pregnant mothers might not know is that summertime can also bring additional risks for a developing infant.
If you’re pregn...
Using your smartphone while driving is – in most circumstances – not recommended. Knowing that distraction is the cause of many serious and fatal crashes, there’s no reason to be browsing Facebook, Instagram, or Snapchat while driving. However, some smartphone apps could actually help drivers make better decisions on the road.
Injured in a distracted driving crash? Call Wapner Newman at (215) 569-0900 and learn how ou...