April 30, 2008
Posted by: Attorney Edgar Snyder
Over the past 40 years as a lawyer, I have often had people say to me, "Do you have any idea of what it is like to be in an accident, to experience what your clients experience?" And I say to people "yes," I have had that experience. Having been hurt in two accidents in just the past couple of years, I understand the fear and worry people feel when they are injured. A couple of years ago I was sitting down to have breakfast with my wife, the chair broke, and I fell to the floor. My neck was hurt and I couldn't move. I remember that when the ambulance was called and the paramedics immobilized me, I was extremely scared and did not know what to expect. The good news for me was that I was okay, but the experience made me understand the apprehension and anxiety that people who have been seriously injured in an accident must feel. More recently I was running, and I fell and lacerated my knee down to the bone. I had to be taken to the hospital in an ambulance and once again I was very, very frightened. I have been extremely lucky because I could have been more seriously injured in both instances, but because of those experiences, I realize how frightening it is to be injured in an accident. There are so many emotional, physical, and practical concerns that come with being injured, and I'm very proud to say that we have a caring and compassionate legal team that works hard to remove as many of these stresses as possible. The only thing we want our clients to focus on after an injury is what is most important – getting better.
March 19, 2008
Posted by: Attorney Edgar Snyder
Just like our clients, many of us at our law firm have suffered injuries due to accidents that were not our fault. So we know, first hand, the kind of pain victims deal with as well as the resulting time off work and medical bills. Just over the past few months, I had a slip and fall injury, and one of my partners slipped and fell and got hurt. I fell while jogging on bad pavement and ended up in the emergency room with a lacerated knee. Even a beautiful day isn’t without its dangers. Poorly maintained and uneven sidewalks can trip you up. The icy and snowy Pittsburgh weather was to blame for my partner's slip and fall accident. She fractured a bone in her arm, and needed to wear a sling for many weeks. Too often, people don't call us for help if they've been injured due to a slip and fall. Don't be embarrassed or assume the accident was your fault. These are some of the most serious injuries we see here at our law firm. Experts all seem to agree that slip and fall accidents are a growing concern, especially for the elderly. We know from personal experience how a serious injury can cause a major upheaval in your life. I recommend that anyone injured in a slip and fall accident call us immediately. It's critical that we investigate the scene as soon as possible to preserve evidence.
March 14, 2008
Posted by: Attorney Edgar Snyder
It’s starting to warm up a bit here in Pennsylvania. But that doesn’t mean that slip and fall accidents are any less of a risk. These are some of the worst accidents we see here at our law firm. Unlike car crashes, there is nothing between your body and the surface of the accident when you fall. This time of the year, varying temperatures ensure that slip and fall accidents are no laughing matter. The transition to spring can mean melting ice and freezing rain – two types of weather that make outdoor surfaces very slippery. Steps, pavement, and sidewalks can become coated and slick with moisture that’s halfway between water and ice. As ice melts, pavement and sidewalks can chip. Sometimes rain and snow become lodged under surfaces during the cold months, and the melting process can causing erosion and cracking. The weather may be getting friendlier as it gets warmer, but walking surfaces may not. Stay safe over the next month and watch where you take your steps.
February 14, 2008
Posted by: Attorney Edgar Snyder
Freezing rain that clings to the ground. Melting snowfall that refreezes over night. Sidewalks and steps that haven’t been properly shoveled or salted. Any of these instances can lead to a dangerous slip and fall accident. Here in Pittsburgh, we’ve seen tremendous winter weather that has created icy conditions over the past few days. From the precipitation that freezes once it hits the ground to the snow that wears down to ice from footsteps and cars, there are few safe places outside when snow and cold weather mix together. Even the United States Secretary of Defense fractured his shoulder this week due to a slip and fall accident while walking on an icy patch. No one is immune from the winter risk of a slip and fall accident if you live in snowy or icy part of the country. Ice is especially dangerous for children and the elderly. Kids often take to the outdoors at full speed when they go to play, and that can mean serious head injuries. Elderly people must be careful not to misjudge how slippery a surface might be, or else fractures and broken bones may result. If you’re on someone else’s property, it’s their legal responsibility to shovel or salt surfaces to prevent injuries. This applies in particular to landlords and business owners. So please take care out there this winter season and watch the ground for dangerous ice.
January 14, 2008
Posted by: Attorney Edgar Snyder
I’m proud to announce a new feature that’s been added to my law firm’s website, our Recall Alerts & Safety Warnings page. This is our new hub for breaking news about recalled products, cars, food, drugs, and much more. If you follow the news, then you already know about the surprising amount products pulled from the market everyday. But keeping up with every single safety alert can be tricky and that’s why we’ve made this one-stop spot for must-have recall warnings. So please stop by our Recall Resources page and get the latest safety news to protect you and your family. Not only do we have links to important news stories, but we also have links to connect you with major government agencies that monitor product safety. This way you can stay safe and stay informed.
August 09, 2007
Posted by: Attorney Edgar Snyder
I can’t believe it’s August already – it seems like the summer has just flown by. At this point, many children are already preparing for one of the busiest times of year: back-to-school. For the second year in a row, my law firm is sponsoring a back-to-school webpage with WPXI. It’s full of great information including a weather report for the first day, school preparation suggestions, and of course, back-to-school safety. This is just one of many webpages we’ve worked on with WPXI to promote safety in our community. Other pages include drunk driving prevention, motorcycle safety, and tips for the prom season. On my site, we’ve put together a list of important driving safety tips for parents, students, and anyone else on the road during this back-to-school time. Please take a moment to look at these tips. Nothing is worse than seeing a child’s future robbed by a distracted driver. I wish everyone a safe back-to-school season this year!
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