In August of 2020, Aston Township, Pennsylvania, published an online article regarding an August 4, 2020, severe wind, and rainstorm event. The article also described a second severe storm later that week on August 7, 2020. These two back-to-back severe storm events resulted in large amounts of rainwater surface runoff, as the ground was already […]
Whether you represent a plaintiff or defendant in a case, the question remains whether the conditions or circumstances involved in your matter were safe or hazardous. Potential hazards in the built environment may not always be reasonably or effectively eliminated. Sidewalks are elevated above adjacent roadways and curbs providing certain protection from vehicle intrusion. However, […]
Biomechanical Engineers apply mechanical principles to biology and human physiology. They explain the dynamics of biological systems and how those systems behave under loads and stresses. By understanding the biological systems of the human body (cells, tissues, organs, body systems) they can interpret and explain how those systems incur injury. It is important to define […]
In healthcare-related litigation, a clear understanding of nursing ethics and professional standards can significantly influence how attorneys assess liability and credibility. Whether representing the plaintiff or the defense, legal professionals benefit from knowing the ethical and clinical framework that guides nurses’ decisions and defines professional accountability. The Ethical Foundation of Nursing Practice: Nursing ethics are […]
In our last newsletter, Ron Cohen presented an article on driver distraction related to the design of the control systems within our cars. In this article, I delve deeper into touch screen technology and safety. The move toward touch screen controls in our vehicles is not only a distraction, but the screens require the driver […]
We generally think of automotive safety as including driver attentiveness and ability, in combination with the vehicle’s safety devices. A vehicle speed of 50 mph is traveling 74 feet/second. When a hazardous condition occurs ahead while you are distracted for only one second, your available stopping distance is reduced by 74 feet, which means that […]
Home Inspectors typically get sued once every five years and can expect to get sued twice on average in their careers. It is a litigious field. I have been a Licensed New Jersey Home Inspector for 19 years. I know this is true as I have been sued! I haven’t gotten number two yet. But […]
Roadway maintenance provides for ongoing intended safety. However, safe driving practices are also necessary for accident prevention as developing roadway deficiencies cannot always be predicted. Roads experience wear and tear from constant use, weather conditions, and environmental factors that require repair and maintenance to function efficiently and safely. The maintenance of roadways is an important […]
Water heaters in residential buildings provide a nearly continuous supply of heated water for building users. However, water heaters must be properly installed and maintained to prevent an excess amount of internal hot water pressure that can result in a water heater leak, or even an explosion. Damage from Water Heater Explosion Because of contemporary […]
From years of investigating accidents, I have listed some of the personal practices we can use to prevent or reduce the occurrence of an injury. www.hopkinsmedicine.org states, “The top three causes of fatal unintentional injuries include motor vehicle crashes, poisoning, and falls.” The Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin identified the following traumatic injuries with […]
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, also known as the Williams-Steiger Act, was signed into law by President Richard Nixon on December 29, 1970. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was established within the United States Department of Labor on April 28, 1971. The act was established within the United States Federal […]
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has processes for biomedical companies to apply for biomedical device marketing and use. There are two main processes for medical device approval: a 510(k) submission and a Premarket Approval Process (PMA) submission. PMA refers to the scientific and regulatory review necessary to evaluate safety and effectiveness of Class III […]