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A fatal accident involving a downed power line took the life of an Irwin, Pennsylvania, woman in June of 2009. In the wake of the accident, a personal injury attorney has urged the state Public Utility Commission to conduct an investigation, hoping to prevent similar deaths from occurring in the future. The lawyer is pursuing […]
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Safety Of Epidurals Questioned By Fda Despite Popularity
The use of steroid injections by physicians is growing in popularity in Pennsylvania and the rest of the United States to treat back and neck pain. However, certain side effects of epidurals are causing dangerous complications including spinal cord injuries, paralysis and fatalities. This has led the Food and Drug Administration to review the dangers relating […]
Nfl Wants Brain Injury Lawsuits To Be Heard In Philadelphia
As we have discussed in past posts, more than 100 former professional football players have brought personal injury lawsuits against the National Football League, alleging that the organization knew concussions could cause traumatic brain injuries, but failed to protect the players. The players all claim to suffer from concussion-related brain injuries resulting from the sport […]
Pennsylvania Man Awarded 3m In Workers Comp Case
A Pennsylvania man from Lower Pottsgrove has been awarded a $3 million workers’ compensation settlement following injuries he sustained after being involved in an accident while employed as a highway construction worker. The man is now a quadriplegic after being hit by a motorist while directing traffic in January 2001. According to court documents and the man’s […]
Ex Nfl Players Blame League For Brain Injuries In Lawsuit
If you have ever been to a Philadelphia Eagles game, you know how hard some of the hits are out there on the field. Not surprisingly, many players end up hurt. But some players are alleging that brain injuries, in particular, leave lasting and severe consequences that they were never warned about. A suit filed against […]
Report Popular Instant Soups Pose Burn Risks For Kids
For those cold Philadelphia days, there’s nothing better than a hot cup of soup. However, a recent report revealed that certain instant soups can be dangerous and can cause a serious burn injury, especially involving children. Last week, an investigative report by National Public Radio uncovered the burn risks presented by some of the most popular […]
Criminal Case In Philadelphia Duck Boat Accident Wraps Up
We have reported on the tragic Philadelphia duck boat accident that occurred on the Delaware River July 7, 2010 several times on this blog. The fatal accident took the lives of two Hungarian students when a tugboat pilot led a 250-foot barge into a Ride the Ducks tourist boat that had stalled on the river. […]
Philadelphia To Vote On Bill Limiting Accident Report Access
Currently in Philadelphia, information relating to car accidents and car accident victims, including contact information, is accessible by the public. But soon, the city council will be voting on a bill that would limit access to police reports on Philadelphia motor vehicle accidents. Citing problems of insurance fraud and unlawful access, proponents of the bill […]
The Show Can Go On For Philadelphia Rock Concert Lawsuit
A Pennsylvania woman was severely injured in February 2010 when she went to a rock concert at World Café Live in Philadelphia and the lead singer of the band Fishbone stage-dove. The woman allegedly fractured her skull and collarbone and sustained damage to her eardrum when the rocker jumped into the crowd while performing. Following […]
Pennsylvania Woman Injured In Megabus Accident Sues Company
A fatal bus accident that occurred as a Megabus headed to Toronto from Philadelphia in September of 2010 took a severe physical and mental toll on one woman, and she is now fighting in court for compensation. The woman, a 56-year-old from King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, filed a lawsuit against the bus company, Megabus Northeast […]
Minor Philadelphia Accident Ends In 13 Million Settlement
Sometimes motor vehicle accidents appear to be minor, but until the person sees a medical professional, there is no way to know how severe the injuries sustained in the accident really are. As one former Philadelphia police officer now knows, even a small accident can result in big damage. The 42-year-old police officer was on […]
3 Philadelphia Construction Workers Injured In Accident
Construction is one of the most dangerous lines of work that exist today. Of course, closely following strict guidelines at construction sites ensures the safety of workers and passersby. However, all too often construction companies fail to adhere to these restrictions and people are hurt. Last week, three construction workers had to be rushed to […]