Workers' compensation is a vital guarantee for employees that any injury they suffer on the job. This is especially important for people with high-risk professions, such as construction workers and emergency service personnel. Thousands of Pennsylvanians require...
Month: May 2019
Sleep deprivation in commercial drivers is a dangerous issue
When you don't get enough sleep, it can affect the health of your brain and everything you do. Being tired can make it harder for you to make good decisions or react quickly when the situation requires an immediate response. If you have ever wound up behind the wheel...
Traumatic brain injuries: Causes and prevention
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be a life-changing event. TBIs are caused by head injuries that are severe enough to disrupt the way your brain normally functions. TBIs range from mild concussions to extended periods of unconsciousness that can cause memory loss or...
Problems following a car accident may be all in the head
Getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage for American teenagers. Though, it is one which often comes with conflicting feelings from parents. For as much as you might want to support your teen’s ability to drive, you also probably worry about their...
New law may make medical malpractice cases easier for veterans
If you live long enough, it is almost inevitable someone else will accidentally hurt you. In some cases, this is simply an experience that may be worth more than it costs. In others, that may have to be taken literally, as the only way to recover from injuries caused...
DOT, NHTSA offer motorcyclists summer safety tips
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect time for a refresher on how to hit the road safely as you dust off your bike for the summer. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)...
First responders risk mind and body to help car accident victims
Most people who are involved in car accidents in Pennsylvania survive to be more careful on the roads. This is often because the Keystone State has highly modernized emergency response services to manage accidents and the injuries they cause.The government in...