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A trip to the grocery store or supermarket should be uneventful. Virtually no one runs a simple errand expecting to be involved in an accident that leaves them with potentially significant injuries. Unfortunately, this can happen. There are various ways you may be harmed at a supermarket or grocery store that you should be aware of. Examples include the following: Slip & Falls or Trip & Falls A slip and fall or trip and fall accident may not be as “minor” as you think. According to the CDC, falling accidents

Product liability cases can be complex and challenging, particularly when it comes to determining fault. In a product liability case, a plaintiff alleges that they were injured as a result of a defective product, and they seek to hold the manufacturer, designer, or seller/marketer of the product liable for their injuries. If you’ve been harmed using a dangerous product because someone else was negligent, you may have grounds to seek compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other such losses/damages resulting from your accident. You could pursue said compensation

Train accidents are a serious issue in Pennsylvania and can have devastating consequences for those involved. According to data from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), there were a total of 317 train accidents and related incidents in Pennsylvania in 2020, resulting in 14 fatalities and 223 injuries.  While train accidents are relatively rare compared to other types of transportation accidents, they can be particularly devastating due to the size and weight of trains. Train accidents can occur for a variety of reasons, including equipment failure, human error, and track defects.

Accidents involving trucks can be particularly dangerous, as these large vehicles can cause serious damage and injuries. Thus, if you share the road with large commercial vehicles, you need to take care to minimize your chances of being involved in an accident with one.  This doesn’t just involve practicing basic safe driving habits. Additional ways you can avoid being harmed in a truck accident include the following: Give trucks plenty of space: Trucks require a lot more space to stop than smaller vehicles, so it’s important to give them plenty of

Dog attacks can be a frightening experience, and the severity of the resulting injuries depend on several different factors. According to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 4.5 million dog-bite related injuries occur each year, with 800,000 requiring medical assistance. Knowing how these factors influence the severity of one’s injuries can help people prepare and protect themselves before they suffer an attack. What Factors Play a Role in Dog Bite Injury Severity? The first factor that influences bite severity is breed type. Larger dogs with powerful

A bicycle may not be as complex of a machine as a car or other such motor vehicle, but it still consists of numerous parts which must all work properly in order for a bicyclist to remain safe on the road. Thus, if you regularly use a bicycle to navigate the Pittsburgh area, it’s wise to perform a regular bicycle safety test. The best way to do this is to bring your bike into a shop where specialists can take a closer look at it. However, there are certain basic