By Leonard Sciolla, LLP | Published July 21, 2016 | Posted in medical malpractice, personal injury | Tagged Tags: eldercare injuries, hopsital injuries, slip and fall | Comments Off on Common Injuries at Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
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Common Injuries at Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
Studies show that patient falls are the most common cause of injuries in hospital and healthcare settings. Nearly one third of those falls result in serious injuries, which can lead to long-term effects like lost time from work, reduced quality of life and disability. Falls occur most frequently in rehabilitation, neurology and eldercare departments. Falls Read More
Read MoreSleep Deprivation and Workplace Injuries
Sleep deprivation is a major cause of workplace injuries. Studies have shown that sleep-deprived workers are 70% more likely to be involved in a work accident. Lack of sleep slows reaction time and decreases attention, alertness and motivation. Shift workers (workers who provide services 24/7) are more likely to suffer from sleep deprivation because of Read More
Read MoreCorporate Whistleblowers Can Sue on Behalf of the Government
Did you know that citizens can bring lawsuits against corporations on behalf of the government? These whistleblower cases, also known as Qui Tam, uncover fraud and can bring big benefits to the government and whistleblower. Cases can include anything from companies evading taxes to scamming a government organization such as Medicare or Medicaid. If you Read More
Read MoreBe Careful When Choosing Limited Tort Coverage
Pennsylvania residents are able to choose between full tort and limited tort coverage when signing up for an auto policy. Many policy holders pick limited tort coverage because it keeps monthly payments down, but this choice can end up “limiting” your right to file a claim should you become injured in a car accident. Policy Read More
Read MoreArbitration Agreements in Medical Forms
When seeking medical treatment, sick or injured patients and their loved ones often do not read the many admission forms they are handed. This can result in an unfavorable situation if the patient later seeks to bring a claim due to the doctor’s negligence. For example, some medical facilities have started putting arbitration agreements in Read More
Read MorePedestrian Commuters on the Rise
A November 2015 report released by the Government Accountability Office states that there are more pedestrians on the road than ever before: nearly one million more people reported walking or biking to work in 2013 than in 2005. Unfortunately, along with the increase in pedestrians comes with an increase in pedestrian related traffic accidents. The Read More
Read MoreNew Law Aids Victims of Spousal Abuse in Divorce
On June 20, 2016, a new law goes into effect that will make it smoother for victims of spousal abuse to divorce their partner. Current Pennsylvania law dictates that if one party does not consent to divorce, the court is required to order up to three face-to-face counseling sessions before the divorce is finalized. Without Read More
Read MoreMedical Marijuana and the Workplace
Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Act goes into law on May 17, 2016, exactly one month after it was signed by Governor Wolf. The Act establishes a program for residents suffering from a total of 17 serious medical conditions, including cancer, ALS, HIV, AIDS, Crohn’s disease and epilepsy. It is expected to be 18 to 24 months Read More
Read MoreExpert Assistance Complying with new Department of Labor Regulations
The Department of Labor issued new rules in May that update the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act, the law which guarantees a minimum wage and overtime pay for executive, administrative, professional, outside sales, and computer employees. The new regulations, which will go into effect on December 1, 2016, increase the salary threshold indicating eligibility for Read More
Read MoreOne Hundred Deadliest Days
Memorial Day is the start of what is known as the 100 deadliest days for teen drivers. According to the most recent data from the National Safety Council, nearly 1,000 people were killed in crashes involving teen drivers between Memorial Day and Labor Day in 2012. More than half of the people killed were teens Read More
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