Motor vehicle accidents in the Pittsburgh area sometimes leave those involved with devastating injuries. Spinal cord injuries are often some of the most serious and may result in a variety of permanent injuries including motor disabilities, difficulty breathing and paralysis. A recent study conducted by the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine found that between … Read More »
Woman killed in collision with parked public works truck
Posted On: January 1, 2014 | Categorized as: Truck AccidentsPublic works employees play an important role in communities throughout the state of Pennsylvania. Among other things, those employed by the City of Pittsburgh, work to keep the roads located throughout the city, in good condition. In many cases, this involves the use of large vehicles. Recently, a Pittsburgh public works vehicle was involved in … Read More »
Stay Safe this New Year’s Eve
Posted On: December 1, 2013 | Categorized as: Drunk Driving AccidentsStay safe this New Year’s Eve and do not drink and drive and avoid getting into a vehicle with a drunk driver. New Year’s Eve is a popular night for partying with friends and family. Unfortunately, New Year’s Eve activities that include alcohol can easily go from a night of fun to tragedy. Last year, … Read More »
Tips for staying safe on Pennsylvania roads this winter
Posted On: December 1, 2013 | Categorized as: Car AccidentsFor winter sports enthusiasts living in the state of Pennsylvania the snow that ushers in the beginning of winter is a wonderful thing. Winter activities such as skiing, ice skating, sledding and snowmobiling provide hours of fun for those individuals. For others however, who are not interested in these activities, the hassle the snow and … Read More »
Toddler death prompts recall of IKEA lamp
Posted On: December 1, 2013 | Categorized as: Product LiabilityIn many instances the product recalls we write about in this blog are the result of injuries that might be incurred while using the recalled product. It is likely that some of those recalls have prevented consumer injuries. Sadly, there are times when a recall occurs only after a defective product has hurt a user. … Read More »