July 18th, 2018
Recently, attorney Dick Freeburn of Freeburn Hamilton joined host Christina Butler on ABC 27’s Good Day PA to examine boating safety tips for the coming summer season. They discussed several tips to help both pilots and passengers avoid potentially tragic accidents on the water. You can view the full segment below: Every year, there are…
July 12th, 2018
While a Pennsylvania law passed in 2011 prohibits texting while driving, speaking on a handheld cell phone while driving remains legal. In contrast, all of Pennsylvania’s neighboring states have enacted bans on such activity—including tough bills passed in New Jersey and New York. New bills proposed in the state seek to require the use of…
June 7th, 2018
Any work-related or on-the-job injury can bring with it the potential for long-term physical, emotional, and financial after-effects. Here are the most important things to avoid when you pursue your Workers’ Compensation claim: DO: Go to the Doctor Immediately See Doctors the Insurance Chooses Keep All Medical Appointments DON’T: Post on Social Media…
June 1st, 2018
A recent incident in Philadelphia left a 34-year-old bicycle courier dead after he was hit by an SUV in one of the city’s busier sections. After friends and neighbors held a memorial ride in honor of the fallen cyclist, many in the city are wondering what needs to be done to reduce the number of…
May 11th, 2018
You may have seen a new category of motor vehicle on the highway that has three wheels, a steering wheel, and a driver’s seat that is neither car, nor motorcycle. There are several manufacturers of these vehicles such as Elio Motors of Louisiana, and Polaris industries of Minnesota which makes its “Slingshot” model. The Pennsylvania…
April 30th, 2018
This past weekend, staff members of the Freeburn Hamilton law firm attended an auction benefiting Developmental & Disability Services (DDS) of Lebanon Valley. The event featured hundreds of live and silent auction items—with all proceeds benefiting DDS of Lebanon Valley. DDS of Lebanon Valley—a charitable 501 (c)(3) organization—endeavors to empower children with developmental delays and…
April 26th, 2018
Every day throughout the United States, thousands of lives are lost due to distracted driving. Whether someone is adjusting the radio, sending a text, or putting directions into their GPS; taking your eyes off the road for even just one second can cause a serious accident. Attorney Dick Freeburn recently joined Amy Kehm on ABC…
March 14th, 2018
The men and women of our law enforcement work tirelessly to serve and protect the public. In doing so, police officers face a higher risk of incurring a work-related injury or illness than other occupations. The most common risk that is posed to police officers is injury that results due to persons or animals. According…
February 23rd, 2018
Developmental & Disability Services (DDS) of Lebanon Valley is a charitable 501 (c)(3) organization with a mission to empower children with developmental delays and persons with disabilities to lead more productive, satisfying and/or independent lives. DDS of Lebanon Valley is able to provide training and educational services at no cost to individuals and their families…
February 20th, 2018
Every year, approximately 4.5 million dog attacks occur throughout the United States. Dog attacks can be very serious and about half of the dog attacks that occur result in a visit to a medical facility. In addition to being very serious, dog attacks can also be very expensive with the average cost of a dog…
February 2nd, 2018
Super Bowl Sunday is almost here and football fans across the nation will be joining one another to watch the Philadelphia Eagles take on the New England Patriots. Last year, approximately 111.3 million Americans tuned-in to watch the Super bowl and the viewership for this year’s Super Bowl is expected to be nearly just as…
January 31st, 2018
Pedestrian accidents happen more than you know in the state of Pennsylvania. The most recent report shows that there were over 4,000 pedestrians injured in accidents involving people walking, jogging or just hanging out. A recent report also states that there were 153 pedestrian fatalities due to traffic related pedestrian accidents. Sadly, pedestrian accidents occur…
January 29th, 2018
The goal of healthcare workers is to heal others and make them better. But, the healthcare profession is rife with risk and dangers. Research shows that more workers are injured in accidents and other causes in the healthcare and social assistance professions than any other industry. There are a variety of risks that healthcare workers…
January 19th, 2018
Being admitted to the hospital due to a serious illness can be an overwhelming time for anyone, but it can be an especially difficult time for children and their families. In 2016, 28,472 patients were admitted into Penn State Health’s Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, including children. These patients traveled far and wide seeking medical…
January 16th, 2018
Car Accidents are the #1 cause of death for teens which can be primarily attributed to inexperience on the road. In addition to inexperience, teens often drive distracted or do not wear a seatbelt which yields devastating results. More specifically, 58% of teens involved in car crashes are distracted and 66% of teen passengers who…
December 27th, 2017
Freeburn & Hamilton is proud to announce that Jonathan Schnaars has accepted a position as its newest law clerk. Jon is a second year student at Widener Commonwealth Law School where he is in the top 20% of his class. Jon’s interest in the law was sparked by his passion for philosophy and his competitive…
December 22nd, 2017
Millions of Americans will be traveling this holiday weekend by various means of transportation to get to their destination. It has been estimated by AAA that 107.3 million Americans will be traveling by planes, trains and automobiles from Saturday December 23 through Monday January 1st; making this the highest travel period on record. Freeburn Hamilton…
December 15th, 2017
According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission’s most recent report, it is estimated that about 254,200 toy-related injuries occurred that required emergency room treatment in 2015 alone. Unfortunately, toy manufacturers still produce toys that could be potentially dangerous to children. Attorney Dick Freeburn recently went on ABC27’s Good Day PA to discuss hazardous…
December 11th, 2017
Drunk driving motor vehicle crashes account for almost 1/3 of all traffic related deaths in the United States. Annually over 10,250 people die in alcohol related crashes every year. Just think about this. If people would not drink, then get behind the wheel, there would be over 10,000 less deaths. Drinking and driving remains a…
November 22nd, 2017
Thanksgiving is a time for friends and family gather for a meal and drink, enjoying quality time with one another. It is also a time for us to reflect on the year and be thankful for all that we have. While the Thanksgiving holiday is a time to relax and reflect, it is also one of…
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