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Construction is regularly cited one of the most hazardous industries in the country. Working with heavy, dangerous equipment only adds to the risk factor. When that equipment is defective, construction accidents happen. Product designers, manufacturers, installers, or sellers can be held liable if defective equipment causes an injury. Construction workers operate heavy machinery and tools […]

Slip and fall accidents are second only to car accidents as the cause of accidental fatalities in the U.S. Slip and fall accidents lead to a staggering 15 percent of all accidental fatalities across the country. The facts are that slip and fall accidents happen just about anywhere and more importantly – most are preventable. […]

Nursing home residents are especially vulnerable to illness and injury. Physically weak, ill, or disabled seniors are more susceptible to dangerous falls. Of course, some slip and fall accidents are just that – accidents. But many slip and fall accidents in nursing homes are caused by staff negligence. The National Institute on Aging estimates that […]

The U.S. insurance industry estimates drivers get into car accidents approximately once every 18 years. That statistic may be higher for drivers in New Jersey, since the Garden State has a higher population density than most. When you or a loved one is involved in a car accident in South Jersey, it is important to […]

Most people are familiar with crash avoidance systems, and would welcome this technology in their vehicles as a safety upgrade. Crash avoidance technology uses radar, and sometimes cameras and lasers, to provide a warning to the driver when a collision is imminent. When coupled with the ability to act by automatically braking or steering, this […]

Slip and fall accidents are governed by premises liability law. These laws dictate that property owners may be held liable for any injuries that occur from a slip and fall accident on their property. However, simply suffering an injury is not typically enough to grant compensation to a plaintiff; the plaintiff must prove that an […]

Winter is here and with it comes snow, ice, and distracted holiday drivers. As most Americans know, this combination can make for some harrowing experiences on the highways. Part of the reason is the poor driving condition due to the snow and ice. But, negligence and distractions play a role in many car accidents, too. […]

When most Americans go to work each day, the possibility of losing life or limb in an accident is the last thing on their minds. But for some, the risk is just another part of the job. This is especially true for those working in the construction and farming industries. Philadelphia construction accident lawyers report […]

As winter approaches, it is necessary for workers who work outside to be aware of the potential dangers caused by cold weather. Cold weather can lead to multiple cold-related workplace accidents and occupational illnesses. One of the primary dangers is cold stress, which is any form of stress that extreme cold weather causes either physically […]

As winter approaches, days become shorter. Thus, more drivers are on the road during night hours. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), driving at night is more hazardous and leads to more car accidents and personal injuries. Why Night Driving is More Hazardous For various reasons, the risk of a car crash increases threefold […]