Ryan Zavodnick | April 15, 2021 | Car Accidents
Whenever someone is involved in a car accident, there is a chance they sustain life-threatening injuries. Head-on collisions and rollover accidents have a high risk of traffic fatalities. However, any car crash could result in a traffic death. No one wants to consider that they may never return home when they get into a vehicle. […]
Ryan Zavodnick | March 31, 2021 | Car Accidents
Pennsylvania has a texting-and-driving law that makes it illegal to use an interactive device to send, read, or write messages while driving. The fine for a texting-and-driving ticket is $50 for each offense. But the costs of a texting ticket go beyond a fine. These costs range from increased insurance premiums to liability for any […]
Ryan Zavodnick | March 30, 2021 | Car Accidents
Combat veterans, crime victims, and disaster survivors can experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). But according to psychological studies, the leading cause of PTSD in the U.S. is car accidents. About 39% of accident survivors experience PTSD. This means that 6 million car accidents in the U.S. could produce over 2 million cases of PTSD annually. […]
Ryan Zavodnick | March 24, 2021 | Medical Malpractice
The odds of dying from a medical error are 1 in 10. Studies estimate that medical errors are responsible for between 100,000 and 200,000 deaths each year in the United States. However, some researchers suggest the figure might be even higher. John Hopkins Medicine reports that deaths due to medical error total more than 250,000 […]
Ryan Zavodnick | March 4, 2021 | Car Accidents
It can be frustrating when you can see the other driver’s eyes in your rearview mirror. But you should never be tempted to punish a tailgating driver. That can make the situation worse! Following too closely behind a car, commonly called tailgating, increases the risk of a rear-end collision. According to the National Highway Transportation […]
Ryan Zavodnick | February 1, 2021 | Car Accidents
The idea of being in a car accident during pregnancy is petrifying. Unfortunately, sometimes scary things happen. If you are pregnant, it is important to understand a few things about pregnancy and car accidents. By knowing the risks surrounding pregnancy and car accidents, an expectant mother can better protect herself and her growing baby. Here’s […]
Ryan Zavodnick | January 25, 2021 | Personal Injury
If you have been diagnosed with a herniated disc after a car accident or other accident, you may have heard your doctors describe your soft tissue injury with “C4/C5” or “C5/C6.” You probably understood pretty well what your doctor was saying, but if you still have questions, here are the details about herniated discs, C4/C5, […]
Ryan Zavodnick | December 22, 2020 | Personal Injury
Tattoos have become widespread, and for many, they provide a highly personal form of expression. But tattoos are not limited to pictures and symbols. Tattoos also come in the form of permanent makeup and cosmetic medical procedures. With so many tattoo shops, customers inevitably run into shops and artists who cut corners. Unfortunately, their failures […]
Ryan Zavodnick | December 13, 2020 | Personal Injury
Bronchiolitis Obliterans, also known as popcorn lung, is a health condition that affects a person’s lungs and can cause shortness of breath, coughing, and in extreme cases can be debilitating. Often the disease is caused by the inhalation of flavoring chemicals such as diacetyl. While diacetyl and other flavoring chemicals are considered safe to eat, […]
Ryan Zavodnick | November 23, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
Have you ever had to sign a consent to treatment form at the doctor’s office or the hospital? Consent to treatment forms give the medical facility and doctors permission to perform various treatments and diagnostic tests. Consent forms are legal documents that could impact your legal rights. What is Meant by Express Consent? In some […]
