December 4th, 2019
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….
November 26th, 2019
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…
August 30th, 2019
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,…
July 29th, 2019
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…
July 26th, 2019
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…
July 3rd, 2019
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….
June 28th, 2019
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…
June 18th, 2019
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…
May 28th, 2019
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…
May 21st, 2019
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…
May 16th, 2019
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…
May 13th, 2019
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…
April 30th, 2019
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.”…
April 22nd, 2019
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…
April 12th, 2019
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,…
April 8th, 2019
Recently, attorney Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton and Tom Taylor—President of the Harrisburg Chapter of the Blue Knights Motorcycle Club—visited ABC 27’s Good Day PA to discuss rider safety and overall motorcycle awareness with host Amy Kehm. A video clip of the segment appears below. About the Blue Knights The Blue Knights Motorcycle Club…
February 1st, 2019
Richard Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton visited ABC 27’s Good Day PA to discuss a recent ruling by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court that prohibits insurance companies from wrongfully denying benefits their policy holders deserve. The Background Pennsylvania only requires people to carry $15,000.00 in auto liability limits. Therefore, it is important to protect yourself against people…
January 21st, 2019
Police sources in Butler County have reported two children have been injured—and another killed—when they were struck by a vehicle while waiting for a school bus. An article on this emerging story is available here. State Police in western Pennsylvania’s Butler County say three children from Summit Township were struck by a sports-utility vehicle on…
January 8th, 2019
An Elizabethtown man has been arrested and charged in connection with injuring a pedestrian in a hit-and-run collision that occurred last year. An article on the incident is available here. A 52-year-old resident of Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania has admitted to driving the vehicle involved in a March 2018 collision which left a pedestrian seriously injured. In…
December 27th, 2018
Local news sources indicate a man has suffered burn-related injuries in a workplace incident at the Birdsboro Power Plant. A news article about this developing story is available here. A construction worker who was shocked after coming in contact with a 22,000-volt electric line was taken to a nearby hospital after suffering third-degree burns to…
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