By William M. Davis When property owners or managers invite or permit someone to be on their property, they have a legal duty to protect those guests from harm. But what if someone is hurt by a dangerous condition just off of the property line, or the property owner claims that it was not their duty to […]
Property crimes in Philadelphia have risen significantly in just a year’s time, according to an article in Broad + Liberty. The numbers, reported by the Philadelphia Police Department, show double-digit increases for nearly all categories of property crimes from 2021 to 2022. Auto thefts increased 36 percent, and were roughly three times more than during […]
Robots are increasingly being used successfully in warehouses to meet demand for online orders. However some reports share statistics indicating that, as automation increases, so do the number of injuries. Historically, humans have done the majority of the work at warehouses, with workers walking nine miles or more during a shift to fulfill orders. Warehouses […]
Most states require drivers to carry liability insurance in case of an accident. However, not everyone follows the rules. If you are in an accident caused by an uninsured driver, things can get complicated. A recent article in Forbes explains the process. When someone is at fault in a car accident, they are responsible for […]
Customers at a T.J. Maxx in Georgia were in danger of being struck by falling merchandise and exposed to other hazards, according to a recent government agency report. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cited the national discount retailer for unstable storage, fire risks, slip-and-trip hazards, and blocked access to exits during an emergency. […]
By Steven B. Patton Due to a recent change in the law, if you are in an accident in your work vehicle that was not your fault, your personal insurance company must compensate you for your injuries if you have uninsured motorist coverage. Your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance may cover your salary and medical costs, […]
Firearm deaths are surging across the United States, with a record number of people killed in 2021. As America’s gun epidemic continues to escalate, a new study revealed the groups who are most likely to be victims. The study, published in JAMA Network Open, analyzed firearm deaths over the past three decades. More than a […]
America has a transportation system designed to move cars quickly, but not people safely, according to an article in the New York Times. As a result, the U.S. surpasses other developed nations in roadway deaths, putting drivers, cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians at risk. The article described how America’s roadway fatalities were similar to other countries […]
When riding an electric scooter, e-bike, or motorcycle, injuries can happen. But while motorcycle injuries have been widely studied, the other modes of transportation – which typically have fewer safety systems in place – have not. That prompted a group of researchers to compare the types of injuries from motorcycles, e-bikes and scooters. This new […]
An article in Michigan Health claims that the risk of falling has increased among older adults. Looking at data from a University of Michigan poll, the increase can be traced back to the isolation and reduced activity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, as seniors become more active and engaged, the fall risk continues to rise. […]
