2024-04-26 20:55
Workers’ Memorial Day is observed by individuals and organizations across the globe. Every year, April 28th is a day of remembrance and action in honor of workers who have been killed… Read More
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Since 1947, Galfand Berger has stood on the side of injured workers, consumers and individuals. Our firm’s mission is clear: to secure full and just compensation for people who have suffered injustices and injuries.
2024-04-25 20:45
Although product manufacturers have a duty to ensure the safety of their products, many injuries and hospitalizations occur every year due to defective products. Five to ten percent of all a… Read More
2024-04-22 17:51
Black lung disease, which occurs when a person inhales coal dust – particularly silica dust – is most common among coal miners. Because of this, it is often considered an occupat… Read More
2024-04-18 19:35
Philadelphia has many dangerous roads. A recent study revealed that more than a quarter of the road segments considered among the deadliest in Pennsylvania are located in Philadelphia, this… Read More
2024-04-16 16:03
Distracted driving poses a significant threat to public health; each year, approximately 3,000 people lose their lives in car accidents involving distracted drivers. To combat known dangers… Read More
2024-04-12 17:45
You may not have heard of a “never event” before and chances are, you do not want to. The National Institute of Health or NIH defines “never events” as a subset of pa… Read More
2024-04-10 22:55
Slip and fall accidents are among the most common workplace accidents. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that 22 percent of workplace slip and fall accidents cause worke… Read More
2024-04-08 17:41
Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a serious warning over the use of Abiomed’s left-sided Impella heart pumps, which can perforate the heart and have already been… Read More
2024-04-04 16:55
According to the most recent numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more Pennsylvania workers died from occupational injuries in 2022 than in the previous nine years. In addition… Read More
2024-03-28 22:15
Recently, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) took a close look at the pros and cons associated with participation in youth sports. While there are many physical and mental benefits for… Read More
2024-03-27 20:56
Have you ever had to stay home from work for a few days because of a nasty stomach bug that really knocked you off your feet? Well, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Preventio… Read More
2024-03-20 19:54
Slip and fall accidents are one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), comprising nearly half of all TBI-related emergency room visits and hospitalizations. A TB… Read More
2024-03-18 20:13
You may not know it, but household items like cleaning agents, prescription medications and pesticides can be dangerous to your two-legged and four-legged family members alike. Congress crea… Read More
2024-03-11 13:13
March 10th through 16th marks this year’s annual National Patient Safety Awareness Week, a public health campaign that raises awareness about healthcare safety. Supported by the C… Read More
2024-03-07 21:30
People have ladders in nearly every home and workplace across the country. This March is National Ladder Safety Month, an event that promotes ladder safety and aims to prevent avoidable inju… Read More
2024-03-05 22:14
For over 75 years, Galfand Berger has helped people hurt because of automobile accidents, defective products, unsafe equipment and machinery, workplace and construction… Read More
2024-02-28 20:37
Automobile manufacturers first began conducting crash tests back in the 1960s. These tests relied on living males, not dummies, to simulate what the body underwent during an accident. In 197… Read More
2024-02-28 20:05
$12 MILLION RECOVERY IN A CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT FALL
Case Summary:
Galfand Berger LLP obtained a pretrial settlement for a 22-year-old residential construction framer who fell from a third-f… Read More
2024-02-20 21:20
A mix of major highways and tight city streets bring residents and visitors into the heart of Philadelphia. The city is home to four of Pennsylvania’s top 10 most dangerous road segmen… Read More
2024-02-01 19:50
According to weather forescasters, Philadelphia residents should expect about 75 times more snow this winter than we saw last year. This probably comes as no surprise since the tristate area… Read More
2024-02-01 16:47
Scaffolding accidents can result in some of the most tragic and debilitating injuries. Workers injured while performing their duties can seek Workers’ Compensation benefits from their… Read More
2024-01-25 17:03
Every February, the American Burn Association (ABA) sponsors a weeklong awareness campaign meant to reduce burn injuries in Americans. This year’s campaign, which takes place next mont… Read More
2024-01-23 19:44
This February marks the 57th consecutive American Heart Month, an important annual awareness campaign spearheaded by the American Heart Association (AHA). This year’s campaign: “… Read More
2024-01-18 16:27
In light of the recent snow and ice accumulation seen throughout the Philadelphia area, now is certainly as good a time as any to revisit some important snow removal guidelines for city resi… Read More
2024-01-16 20:21
Each year, we write about how our readers can best protect themselves – and their loved ones – from snow-related hazards. Since Philadelphia and the surrounding areas just sustai… Read More
2024-01-14 20:02
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there was a 5.7% increase in workplace fatalities from 2021 to 2022. Although other reports have highlighted some positive workplace safety… Read More
2024-01-12 23:43
After the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled in Tincher v. Omega Flex in 2014, many lawyers felt the decision marked a major shift in how product liability cases would be handled. A recent ru… Read More
2024-01-09 19:48
With colder weather upon us, now is a good time to make sure that your vehicle is properly winterized and road safe. We have compiled some useful pointers and recommendations on winter drivi… Read More
2023-12-26 13:36
About 400,000 people go to the emergency room every year because of power tools. Construction workers and employees in manufacturing industries rely heavily on power tools. When a power tool… Read More
2023-12-19 21:30
Pedestrian deaths in the United States began to decline in the 1980s, the annual number steadily decreasing until about fourteen years ago. It was then, around 2009, that the pedestrian fata… Read More
2023-12-16 00:30
On December 15th, a SEPTA bus and a car collided at an intersection in Philadelphia, leaving at least four passengers injured. The crash happened early Friday morning in the Hunting Park nei… Read More
2023-12-15 13:14
When you go over to a friend’s home or stop by a neighbor’s house, you certainly do not expect to get seriously injured. However, slip and fall accidents happen daily. Homeowners… Read More
2023-12-14 19:45
Just last month, a teacher was the tenth cyclist to tragically lose his life after he was struck and killed by a motor vehicle while biking in Philadelphia. This most recent loss makes 2023… Read More
2023-12-11 19:44
Thousands of Pennsylvania workers get hurt on the job every year. Workplace injuries can be devastating for employees, leaving them with massive medical bills and time missed from work. Whil… Read More
2023-12-08 19:40
A Pennsylvania appeals court decided cannabidiol (CBD) oil meets the requirements as a supply item for employer reimbursement under the Workers’ Compensation Act. The case involved an… Read More
2023-12-07 17:20
Some kids and teens have already written down their holiday wish lists…but before you head out to the store to make some of their dreams come true, be sure you take a few important sa… Read More
2023-12-01 16:56
When work machinery or equipment contains a hazardous or unsafe condition or is defective it can lead to catastrophic injuries that change lives forever. Virtually any type of production or… Read More
2023-11-20 16:56
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defines an “aerial lift” as any vehicle-mounted device that is used to elevate personnel, such as an extendable boom plat… Read More
2023-11-15 20:51
A common misconception is that winter poses the most hazards for drivers and others sharing the roads in Philadelphia. The reality is that fall brings unique driving hazards that are equall… Read More
2023-11-14 19:18
Over the past six years, hundreds of women have filed lawsuits against Uber saying that the rideshare company failed to adequately protect them. In a recent landmark legal decision, a panel… Read More
2023-11-10 19:00
According to the results of a new study spanning the last three flu seasons, health experts are officially backing the high-dose flu vaccine for individuals over the age of 65. The high-dose… Read More
2023-11-10 18:36
RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, causes infections of the lungs and/or respiratory tract. The virus is quite a prevalent one; for example, the Mayo Clinic reports that most children have… Read More
2023-11-10 17:36
We all know they’re coming…the holidays are practically here. And with the fast-approaching season comes more travel, more parties, and more cooking. Between the months of late… Read More
2023-11-10 15:06
On November 4, 2023, two SEPTA employees were injured by heavy equipment on train tracks in Norristown, Pennsylvania. The track workers were using a piece of machinery known as a “load… Read More
2023-10-31 13:17
When people think of an Uber accident, they may automatically assume that the Uber driver is automatically at fault for what happened. However, while Uber drivers are responsible for many ac… Read More
2023-10-25 13:51
Pedestrian accidents have been on the rise in Philadelphia and across the country. The latest reporting year for Pennsylvania saw nearly 4,300 pedestrian crashes, with over 4,100 injuries an… Read More
2023-10-24 19:40
According to a recent study, just over one-third of occupational injuries occur during a worker’s first year on the job. While it may not come as a surprise that newer, less experience… Read More
2023-10-19 18:25
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is attempting to recoup billions of dollars in disability overpayments, many of which were made to workers who received benefit payouts for injuries… Read More
2023-10-19 15:54
Children account for roughly 22% of the United States’ population, yet according to a new study, emergency rooms around the country are grossly underprepared to treat them during a med… Read More
2023-10-17 15:41
Each year, during the third week of October we observe National School Bus Safety Week. This year, the public education program designed to address the importance of school bus safety, runs… Read More
2023-10-16 20:34
Halloween is almost here. Although many people are busy figuring out their costumes or putting up ghastly and ghoulish decorations, it is still important to take some precautions. Halloween… Read More
2023-09-27 15:17
A recent review of more than 1.2 million workers’ compensation claims from 2016 to 2020 found that more than one-third of workplace injuries occur during an employee’s first year… Read More
2023-09-15 20:50
Each year in mid-September, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) promotes awareness of concussions through this important campaign. This year, National Concussion Awareness Day fal… Read More
2023-09-09 20:40
In recent years, dangerous explosions have occurred in homes across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Home explosions can happen in various ways, usually involving propane, natural gas, or a gas… Read More
2023-09-08 19:24
Earlier this year, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted Leqembi, which is only the second drug of its kind, with an accelerated approval. Leqembi is part of a newly emergent class… Read More
2023-09-06 19:18
Pennsylvania workers in multiple industries face inherent risks on the job every day. According to the CDC, slip and fall accidents cause the death of nearly 40,000 Americans every year. Man… Read More
2023-08-30 19:17
Students across Pennsylvania are getting ready to go back to school, including teen drivers. Many high school students are excited to be driving themselves to school for the first time. A ne… Read More
2023-08-24 15:56
Millions of Americans are gearing up to celebrate Labor Day, which is less than two weeks away – but before getting too wrapped up in your plans, remember that safety needs to be the n… Read More
2023-08-24 14:45
Thousands of workers are injured or killed by heavy equipment used in construction and other industries yearly.
If you or a loved one suffered a heavy equipment injury at work, an experience… Read More
2023-08-24 13:53
Another SEPTA bus crash is under investigation in Philadelphia. A pedestrian walked into the side of a Route 3 bus in the city’s Kensington neighborhood, SEPTA said. CBS News captured… Read More
2023-08-22 19:29
With the new school year nearly upon us, there is no better time than now to refresh your memory on some important safety tips before your child or teen heads back down the hallways. Luckily… Read More
2023-08-17 19:09
Attorneys across the country are investigating claims against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly and Co., manufacturers of popular diabetes and weight loss drugs Ozempic and Mounjaro. These drugs ma… Read More
2023-08-08 20:26
Dangerous or defective medical devices, such as faulty implants, pacemakers, and prosthetics, can give rise to a products liability claim if a person is injured or dies due to their use. Des… Read More
2023-08-03 20:19
Every day, construction workers face an array of job-related hazards. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the “Fatal Four” are the deadliest. T… Read More
2023-08-01 21:30
With summer in full swing and plenty more hot days on the horizon, millions of people are hopping in their cars and hitting the road for fun trips with their families and friends. Before you… Read More
2023-08-01 20:15
Pennsylvania and states across the country have seen extreme temperatures this summer. According to the National Weather Service, more than 46 million Americans have been under heat alerts o… Read More
2023-07-28 19:45
Each June, the National Safety Council (NSC) observes National Safety Month. One of the safety campaign’s primary goals is to highlight the leading causes of preventable accidents in t… Read More
2023-07-28 15:14
On Thursday night, an out-of-service SEPTA trolley crashed into a historic home at the corner of Island and Woodland Avenues in Southwest Philadelphia. Camera footage showed the slow-rolling… Read More
2023-07-26 19:41
Dram shop laws allow victims and their families to file claims against bars, restaurants, and others for injuries sustained in DUI accidents and other incidents after the negligent service o… Read More
2023-07-18 19:11
Recently, the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) investigated intern physicians’ work hours and their effect on poor outcomes for patients. According to the… Read More
2023-07-14 19:20
Patient Safety: Stethoscopes and Bacterial Contamination
Results from a recent study involving clinicians at two American teaching hospitals showed that only 20% reported that they clean th… Read More
2023-07-12 19:14
Numerous national health organizations have come together in sponsorship of a new vaccination schedule for children and adolescents. Organizations including the Centers for Disease Control… Read More
2023-07-08 16:03
Crowds of spectators flock to the Philadelphia area to enjoy live entertainment all year long. Many different venues host music concerts and a variety of events in both indoor and outdoor sp… Read More
2023-07-07 15:00
A recent news release from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) contains numerous allegations against Amazon, including the company failed to provide timely, adequate med… Read More
2023-06-23 12:19
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently voted to adopt mandatory safety standards to protect infants and young children from furniture tip-overs, which all too often culminate… Read More
2023-06-22 16:59
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that the U.S. uses an excess of 86,000 types of chemicals to perform different tasks. For individuals who encounter chemical hazards and t… Read More
2023-06-20 16:53
Consumers purchase and use many kinds of products each year. They also have the right to assume the products will work safely and as advertised. Unfortunately, unsafe products frequently fin… Read More
2023-06-12 20:48
A large section of northbound I-95 in Philadelphia collapsed after a huge tanker truck caught fire on Sunday morning. As Pennsylvania commuters struggle with the adjustment, this will take m… Read More
2023-05-14 15:00
To commemorate National Work Zone Awareness Week last month, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and the State Police boosted enforcement in a joint effort to keep work crews safe. The Comm… Read More
2023-05-13 15:00
Every year, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) puts forth Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, reminding vehicle drivers and motorists alike that safe driving an… Read More
2023-05-12 15:17
House Bill 930, formerly House Bill 2061, has been reintroduced by State Representative Dawkins. The Bill, which passed the House on May 2, 2023, was referred to Labor & Industry in Apri… Read More
2023-05-06 15:00
Pennsylvania offers its residents both limited tort and full tort options when choosing their auto insurance policies. When drivers select full tort coverage, they have an unrestricted right… Read More
2023-05-04 16:21
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (BLS) most recent report on occupational fatalities, there was an 8.9% jump in fatal work injuries between 2020 and 2021. While employers m… Read More
2023-04-15 15:00
According to results from a new survey conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), half of the drivers in the United States use a cellphone or some other type of electron… Read More
2023-04-13 18:14
According to a new report written by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS), colorectal cancer rates in individuals under the age of 50 have grown by a whopping 50% since the mid-n… Read More
2023-04-10 17:46
Pennsylvania workers in high-risk industries, such as manufacturing and construction, are more likely to sustain a workplace injury due to the dangerous machinery and equipment they come in… Read More
2023-04-05 20:54
Earlier this month, a Pennsylvania state appellate court issued a pair of rulings declaring that employers are required to reimburse claimants for out-of-pocket costs for medical marijuana… Read More
2023-03-30 16:46
On Friday, March 24, 2023, a catastrophic explosion occurred at a historic chocolate factory in West Reading, Pennsylvania, killing at least 7 victims and leaving many others injured. Witnes… Read More
2023-03-25 15:00
Anytime a driver gets behind the wheel, they are vulnerable to being involved in a serious car accident. Understanding the common risk factors, such as the most dangerous times to be on the… Read More
2023-03-23 13:51
Social media permeates nearly every part of our lives. Social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat and YouTube allow users to communicate with one another, share information and c… Read More
2023-03-21 15:00
Being involved in any type of car accident that results in serious injuries can be a traumatic experience. When more than two vehicles are involved in the crash, it is not only more dangerou… Read More
2023-03-19 15:00
Thousands of shoppers experience injuries at retail stores across the country every year. There are many ways injuries can happen on a retail property, including heavy items falling, imprope… Read More
2023-03-17 14:30
A car accident claim is typically filed against the driver of another vehicle involved in the crash. Pennsylvania residents rarely hear about passengers of a car that caused an accident bein… Read More
2023-03-16 15:00
March is National Ladder Safety Month. This event raises awareness of ladder safety with a goal of decreasing preventable ladder-related injuries and deaths. According to the International A… Read More
2023-03-13 13:30
Though there are many possible causes of brain injuries, a few of the most common are car accidents, sports, and medical injuries. For some, living with a brain injury permanently alters the… Read More
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