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The spread of COVID-19, the coronavirus, has led to the closure of many businesses and offices across the U.S. including the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) field office network. The closure of the field offices, which began on Tuesday, March 24th, is set to continue until further notice. For those that depend on SSA for disability,…

COVID-19, commonly referred to as the Coronavirus, has been all over social media and the news after its recent outbreak in the U.S.  While we know how it can impact our health, many workers have been wondering how the spread of the virus could affect them. Prevention Taking the necessary precautions to avoid getting the…

Written by Gregg Freeburn Over the summer, we sent our oldest daughter to summer camp and she rode on a school bus for the first time. She was so proud and happy to sit with her friends. We waved goodbye to her from the street as she was barely able to see out of the windows on…

When deciding on what type of car to purchase, one thing people always evaluate is whether or not the car is safe and dependable, typically relying on available crash test information provided by the government. In an effort to reduce the number of injuries and deaths on our roads, the federal government implemented crash tests…

The Senate Transportation Committee has approved Senate Bill 773, known as Deana’s Law, which was named in memory of Deana Eckman, a Delaware County woman who was killed by a drunk driver who had multiple previous DUI convictions. About The Law Deana’s Law would require the use of specific technology in order to deter and…

When you’re in a car accident, one of the very first things everyone asks you is if you are okay. And while you may be ready to affirm the answer, you may want to give it a bit of time. Sometimes symptoms of injuries – even serious ones – can be delayed after an accident….

A new study from researchers at Penn State Hazleton and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health has found that video-based “threat appeals” diminished the impulsive decision-making skills that are associated with those who text and drive. The study serves as a promising discovery as a possible means for striving to reduce – or…

Freeburn Hamilton is proud to have teamed up with the Blue Mountain Chapter of the Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education (A.B.A.T.E.) of PA, for its Third Annual Ride for Smiles. A.B.A.T.E. of Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization made up of motorcycle enthusiasts who are dedicated to protecting the rights of motorcyclists through political change,…

Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton and Bob LeGore of A.B.A.T.E. recently visited ABC 27’s Good Day PA to discuss the organization and its program, Operation Save a Life. The segment is available below: About A.B.A.T.E. A.B.A.T.E. stands for the Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education. A.B.A.T.E. of Pennsylvania is an organization of motorcyclists dedicated to the protection of the individual rights of motorcyclists…

The Americans with Disabilities Act was passed on July 26th, 1990 in order to protect individuals with disabilities in many areas of life including jobs, schools, public or private locations, or transportation. As we celebrate the ADA’s 29th anniversary, we share with our readers the five sections (“titles”) of the ADA and the impact it…

Fourth of July is a time to celebrate America’s independence –with many displaying their national pride by attending parades, festivals, and barbeques. This year, AAA estimates 41.4 million Americans will be hitting the road to get to their celebration destination, the most on record for the holiday and an increase of 4.3% over last year….

  Recently, Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton appeared on ABC 27’s Good Day PA to announce an expansion of the firm’s practice areas to include Social Security Disability cases. You may view the segment here: What is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? Social Security Disability Insurance is a benefit provided by the Social Security Administration that…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) makes Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits available to citizens who are currently disabled and unable to work due to an impairment caused by illness or injury. Sadly, the SSA denies the majority of claims for SSDI benefits—including 60% of initial claims—and 85% of appeals. To make matters worse, an…

  Recently, Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton and Bob Einsel of the Pennsylvania State Police Museum visited ABC 27’s Good Day PA to discuss the museum’s Historical, Educational, and Memorial Center (HEMC) with host Amy Kehm. A clip of the segment is available below. About the Pennsylvania State Police Historical, Educational, & Memorial Center The…

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently issued a recall of surgical staplers manufactured by Ethicon—a division of Johnson & Johnson. The recall comes after the device manufacturer confirmed serious injuries to two patients who were treated with the recalled devices. An article on the recall is available here. About Surgical Staplers…

Attorney Ryan McDaniel of Freeburn Hamilton has been selected as a 2019 Rising Star by Super Lawyers. The entire staff of Freeburn Hamilton extends our congratulation to Ryan—and we are delighted to see him rewarded for his hard work, dedication, and professionalism. About Ryan McDaniel Pittsburgh native Ryan McDaniel graduated from the University of Scranton and…

This spring, Americans are taking on DIY projects they have delayed all winter. For many, these include roof repairs, gutter cleaning, or trimming trees. Since many projects require homeowners to climb ladders, attorney Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton visited ABC 27’s Good Day PA to discuss ladder safety with host Amanda Peterson. A video clip…

Surgical staplers cut and seal blood vessels and tissue, but when they fail to fire, patients have bled profusely and suffered serious injuries or even death.  The FDA has said that stapler malfunctions or misuse of staplers can lead to “bleeding, sepsis, tearing of internal tissues and organs, increased risk of cancer recurrence, and death.”…

Mention a workplace injury to most Americans and they envision a construction accident, a fall, or a slip on an unsafe floor—images of a dramatic, often traumatic accidents. However, repetitive-motion disorders or injuries related to office tasks are increasingly common in today’s information-based workplace. The details of one reporter’s experience with similar issues can be…

Each day, crashes caused by distracted drivers in the United States injure 100 people and leave at least nine dead. The National Safety Council (NSC) has declared April to be Distracted Driving Awareness Month for this reason. Distracted Driving Awareness Month is an opportunity to acknowledge the dangers of, and eliminate preventable deaths caused by,…