Author Archives: Brad Pinzur
‘How Much is My Pennsylvania Workers’ Comp Case Worth in 2020?’
If you were diagnosed with a work-related injury or illness in Scranton or other parts of Pennsylvania, you most likely have two questions: “Am I eligible for workers’ compensation?” “How much is my workers’ comp case worth?” Determining how much your workers’ compensation case is worth may feel complicated. In reality, however, calculating your… Read More »
Who’s Liable for Damages in House Fire Accidents in Pennsylvania?
Many Americans mistakenly believe that their likelihood of being a victim of a house fire accident is very low. But did you know that house and apartment fires kill more people than all natural disasters combined? Regardless of how the house fire accident occurred, the consequences can be catastrophic. Not only do house and… Read More »
Conveyor Belt Accident in Pennsylvania: Can Injured Workers Seek Compensation?
A recent power plant accident involving a conveyor belt caused one man to die and another to suffer serious injuries. Conveyor belts are commonly used as part of the manufacturing process, but failure to maintain those belts can cause injuries and deaths. Also, failure to exercise due care when working around conveyor belts can… Read More »
Can You File a Zantac (Ranitidine) Lawsuit if You Have Cancer?
In April 2020, the Food and Drug Administration issued an immediate request to remove all ranitidine medications, including Zantac, from the market. The FDA’s recall came after researchers had found that ranitidine drugs contain dangerous ingredients that increase the risks of cancer. If you have been diagnosed with cancer after taking Zantac or other… Read More »
COVID-19: Pennsylvania Grants Civil Immunity to Healthcare Providers and Nursing Homes
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf has provided legal protection to medical professionals and healthcare practitioners against liability for good faith actions during the coronavirus pandemic. The governor signed an executive order providing civil immunity to professionals in hospitals and nursing homes in Pennsylvania. The executive order is intended to supplement Pennsylvania’s disaster declaration, which suspended… Read More »
Pennsylvania Suspends On-Site Inspection in Nursing Homes During the COVID-19 Pandemic
As coronavirus-related deaths increase across Pennsylvania, nursing homes in the state have less state and federal oversight. In fact, even facilities cited repeatedly for failing to protect their residents against infections and communicable diseases are not being inspected during the coronavirus pandemic. With restrictions on visitation from family members, nursing home residents are more… Read More »
ATV Accidents in Pennsylvania: Fault and Compensation
All-terrain vehicles, or ATVs, are three- or four-wheeled motorized vehicles that are used for a variety of purposes, including: Work on farms and ranches; Recreational use (for fun); and For rescue purposes on rough terrain. Unfortunately, ATVs are also inherently dangerous when used for off-road riding and rugged terrain because these motorized vehicles can… Read More »
Coronavirus (COVID-19): It’s Time to Update Your Estate Plan (or Create One)
The coronavirus pandemic has forced everyone to think about what would happen to them if they contracted COVID-19. Is your health strong enough to show no coronavirus symptoms even if you become infected? Or do you have any underlying health conditions that put you at greater risk of complications from COVID-19? Either way, during… Read More »
Nurses Detail a Scranton Hospital’s ‘Carelessness’ That Exposed Patients to COVID-19
Scranton hospital made national headlines after The Washington Post published an article detailing the experiences of nurses and other employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. The medical professional spoke on condition of anonymity for fear of retribution. The hospital’s alleged carelessness could have exposed healthy patients to the coronavirus disease. The nurses recalled being sent… Read More »
Can You Sue a Nursing Home for Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
The coronavirus outbreak at multiple nursing homes across the United States is highlighting the need for facilities to adopt serious precautionary measures to avoid the loss of life and minimize exposure to the virus. After all, older adults are the most vulnerable to COVID-19. According to the Centers for Disease and Control, the rate… Read More »
