March 15, 2021

Being injured in an accident can be a difficult and life-altering experience to go through. You may have to undergo significant medical treatment and rehabilitation, all the while missing time from work and losing out on the income you need to pay the bills. Of course, injuries also come with physical pain and emotional distress, as well that deserves to…

March 4, 2021

Electrocution can result in serious or permanently debilitating injuries. Many workers across Pennsylvania face the risk of an electrocution in their job, including construction workers, utility workers, and factory workers. If you’ve been electrocuted at work, you may wonder what your rights are for pursuing financial compensation for your injuries and losses. Continue reading to learn more about filing a…

February 10, 2021

Genesis Healthcare, which operates a chain of nursing homes, has been criticized by Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren for giving its former CEO a multi-million “retention payment” during the COVID-19 pandemic, referring to the bonus as an act of “unfathomable greed.” Read more: Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect You Shouldn’t Ignore Nursing Home Operator CEO Received Bonus During COVID-19…

January 24, 2021

Millions of Americans live in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Although most of these facilities provide excellent care to the elderly, those who live in nursing homes are always at risk of becoming victims of abuse and neglect from facility staff, fellow residents, or others.  Every individual living in a nursing home or long-term care facility has the right…

December 8, 2020

The holiday season is certainly the happiest time of the year, but despite the festive cheer, it’s also one of the most dangerous. Icy roads, crowded malls, and faulty holiday decorations are just a few common causes of personal injuries in Pennsylvania during the holidays.  Here at Goodrich & Geist, we specialize in these types of personal injuries. Let’s take…

October 26, 2020

In the early days of the Coronavirus pandemic, citizens across the country were made aware of how deadly the virus could be for the elderly and those who have underlying health issues. Despite these warnings, massive COVID-19 outbreaks have plagued our nursing homes. To date, there have been more than 5,000 nursing home deaths related to COVID-19 in Pennsylvania. The…

October 8, 2020

The family of a meatpacking employee who contracted and died from Covid-19, is seeking compensation for their father’s untimely death. Saul Sanchez, 78, was an employee of JBS, a meatpacking company in Greeley, Colorado for three decades when he contracted the novel Coronavirus back in April. Sanchez was one of 291 employees who tested positive for the Coronavirus and one…

September 5, 2020

When you’re injured on the job, you may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits. However, some employers or their workers’ compensation insurers may try to deny an injured worker benefits if he or she has a pre-existing condition. An injury caused by a pre-existing condition is generally ineligible for workers’ compensation benefits; however, if the pre-existing condition was not…

July 24, 2020

Pennsylvania residents, like many across the country, have been looking for alternative ways to have fun during this unprecedented time. One common summer activity that has increased in popularity over the past several months is swimming. The NPD Group, a market research company, reported that pool sales have increased by more than 160 percent this year. The reason why is…

July 10, 2020

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, road fatalities saw a significant decrease from 2009 through 2018. Despite this decrease, pedestrian deaths have actually increased by a shocking 53% in 2018. U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Elaine L. Chao called these pedestrian deaths “preventable tragedies” during a national webinar for transportation officials this past Wednesday. The Governors Highway Safety Association said…