Automotive Fatalities in Pennsylvania
Recent data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows that fatalities resulting from car accidents have been on a steady decline, but it is still one of the most common reasons for death in the United States. In 2013, the most recent year that complete data is available, the Centers for Disease Control and […]
Read MoreHow Much Does a DUI Cost in the State of Pennsylvania?
After a drunk driving arrest in Philadelphia, or elsewhere, it is likely that your primary focus is the potential of jail time or having your driver’s license suspended. While these are common penalties for those charged with DUI, there are numerous other costs associated with a conviction for this offense. You, like others who have […]
Read MoreMost Dangerous Jobs Performed by Pennsylvania Residents
According to preliminary data from the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries, there were 4,679 fatal work injuries in the United States in 2014. If accurate, this would represent a 2 percent increase from 2013. Overall, there were 3.3 fatalities for every 100,000 full-time equivalent workers. Many Pennsylvania residents might not recognize that the highest fatality […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Prescription Fraud in Pennsylvania
When most people think of illegal drugs, substances like marijuana and cocaine are typically what come to mind. Many people fail to realize, however, that prescription medications may also be considered illegal, if they do not have valid prescriptions. Based on a 2013 survey conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, it […]
Read MoreThe VPP and Workplace Safety
Pennsylvania workers may want to know about the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP), through which the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rewards worksites that have demonstrated an exemplary commitment to workplace safety. The average VPP worksite achieves a significantly lower DART case rate, indicating improved safety performance, which is an outcome of their commitment to […]
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