Hospitals in Pennsylvania and around the country have faced significant funding crises in recent years – crises that often result in fewer nurses on staff. Although everyone agrees that reductions in staff lead to more medical errors and poor patient care, a recent study from the University of Pennsylvania suggests that burnout plays a more … Read More »
Dog Bites Common Cause of Insurance Claims
Posted On: September 1, 2012 | Categorized as: Personal InjuryMost people would guess that homeowner’s insurance claims for fire damage are some of the most common and most costly types of claims in the United States. What may come as a surprise, however, is how often people file claims for dog bites. According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), … Read More »
FTC Moves to Stop Anti-Concussion Claims
Posted On: September 1, 2012 | Categorized as: Serious InjuriesThe beginning of this fall’s football season has heightened the focus on the potential long-term effects of traumatic brain injuries. This concern has caused many companies to introduce products – everything from special chin straps and mouth guards to sports drinks – all promising to prevent long-term damage in the event that someone suffers a … Read More »
Highway Fatality Numbers Increase for the First Quarter of 2012
Posted On: September 1, 2012 | Categorized as: Motor Vehicle AccidentsIn recent years, fatal car accidents have become a relative rarity. As car manufacturers improve upon earlier designs and civil engineers work to improve highways, driving becomes an ever safer activity. Indeed, according to United States Department of Transportation statistics, the number of traffic fatalities in the U.S. peaked in 1972 with 54,589. According to … Read More »
Lack of Qualified Truck Drivers May Increase Risk on Highway
Posted On: September 1, 2012 | Categorized as: Motor Vehicle AccidentsAlthough the national unemployment rate has hovered steadily around eight percent, the trucking industry is currently struggling to hire qualified drivers. And while the need for drivers will most certainly create job opportunities, it also may lead some trucking companies to hire inexperienced, unqualified drivers. According to the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), there is currently … Read More »
