On behalf of The Waffenschmidt Law Firm, LLC | Apr 3, 2019 | Slip-and-falls
Pennsylvania shoppers are gearing up to contend with April showers. This time of year, it is not unusual to enter a store, only to face a deluge upon exit. Especially in high traffic areas, wet floors can lead to serious injuries for patrons. April showers bring may...
On behalf of The Waffenschmidt Law Firm, LLC | Mar 20, 2019 | Slip-and-falls
Though winter has begun to melt away, and spring has come to Pennsylvania at last, April showers may bring more than May flowers. Recently, OSHA made mention of a danger that many people may overlook. Slip-and-falls, often caused by wet or icy conditions, are now on a...
On behalf of The Waffenschmidt Law Firm, LLC | Jan 23, 2019 | Slip-and-falls
Winter weather took its first swipe at Pennsylvania last week, and days after the storm, residents are still struggling to remove snow and ice. The temperatures have remained below freezing for several days, and some people are desperate to get out of their driveways...
On behalf of The Waffenschmidt Law Firm, LLC | Dec 12, 2018 | Slip-and-falls
Pennsylvania shoppers are in the midst of the busiest retail weeks of the year. The holiday season is traditionally a time when people venture out for more than just household necessities. Many people have occasions to give gifts, or perhaps are shopping for a new...
On behalf of The Waffenschmidt Law Firm, LLC | Sep 5, 2018 | Slip-and-falls
Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common work injuries in the United States. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), there were nearly 600 deaths and over 47,000 serious injuries from falls in the workplace in 2013. While almost every job has some...
On behalf of The Waffenschmidt Law Firm, LLC | Aug 2, 2018 | Slip-and-falls
Shopping is a routine experience for most Pennsylvania residents. Sometimes a large store, such as Wal-Mart, can be a convenient place to go, since they carry nearly every item one might need for the members of their households. Though certainly shopping is not...
