Keyless Cars Can Be Dangerous
According to a New York Times report, 73 people have suffered harm, including fatal injuries, from carbon monoxide poisoning after failing to turn off the ignition of their keyless vehicles. 28 people have died and [...]
Keyless Cars Are Subject To Theft
More than half of the 17 million vehicles sold annually in the US have keyless ignitions. Most vehicles use some form of the electronic access and authorization system known as “smart key” that is available either as standard [...]
Judges Struggle To Apply Antiquated Products Liability Law In the Digital Age
At the end of 2019, a federal court panel ruled 2-1 that “under Pennsylvania law, Amazon is strictly liable for consumer injuries caused by defective goods purchased on Amazon.com.” The case’s ruling is nationally significant [...]
Johnson’s Baby Powder Finally Taken Off Store Shelves
Like Gerber Baby Food and Pampers Disposable Diapers, Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder was a staple of the infant years of many Americans. It has been a familiar part of medicine cabinets and changing tables [...]
I’ve Been Injured On The Job: How Much Will I Receive In Workers’ Compensation Benefits?
Powell, Zero, Mundy helps injured Pennsylvania workers assert their right to receive workers’ compensation benefits. After an on-the-job injury, a worker must meet certain requirements when filing a claim. The Pennsylvania worker’s compensation program allows injured [...]
I’ve Been Hurt At Work, How Long Must I Wait To Choose My Own Doctor?
Work-related injuries necessitate workers receiving some level of medical treatment. Many Pennsylvania workers believe that it is mandatory they obtain treatment from doctors chosen by their employer or insurance carrier. While the law provides employers with [...]