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Summer is around the corner and that means right now is the time parents are signing up for summer camps before the available spots fill up. Pittsburgh offers a lot of truly incredible summer camps for children of all ages. Gone are the days of one size fits all summer camps as camps are becoming more streamlined and geared towards…

Drinking and driving are so out of the norm these days. With the convenience of rideshare apps and education on drinking and driving, it is a wonder that people are still so adamant to drink and drive. Our Pittsburgh DUI Accident Attorneys at Shenderovich, Shenderovich, and Fishman understand that addiction plays a role in DUI accidents; however, there are still…

Having your own car makes a big social statement. It tells people that you can afford a car and insurance, which means you have a job that pays you enough to have a car. People can tell a lot about a person from the car they have. For example, if you drive Toyota Prius then you are probably environmentally conscious.…

We typically would not bring you a story so far from our coverage area, but a recent case involving a Pennsylvania bus driver highlights one of the many dangers we face on the roadways each day. In Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 44-year-old Lori Ann Manko's was allegedly driving a school bus under the influence of alcohol with 26 children on board. She…

We are learning that the US Department of Labor has cited a Pennsylvania contractor for major violations and levied a fine of $208,560. OSHA says that the company, Etna Construction, was cited for several excavation-related violations. At Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, we know that construction workers have dangerous jobs and they deserve to be protected with the right training and…

Our Pittsburgh Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys at Shenderovich, Shenderovich, and Fishman have heard the harrowing tales of our clients who experienced spinal cord injuries. A big part of our practice is getting to know our clients. We believe in hearing your story and building relationships throughout our time together and after. We want our clients to know that we believe…

Pennsylvania is unique in that we still use railroads every day. We use railroads not just for passengers, but we get a lot of freight trains too. Even though our state uses the railroad system, the infrastructure does not match its use. By this, we mean that our railway system is in need of not only a makeover but a…

On the outside looking in, trampoline parks look incredibly fun. In most cases, kids cannot wait to get in and jump around. Over the last few years, trampoline parks have become popular in Pennsylvania, especially for group parties and events, but one local news story highlights the dangers that these parks have posted in our area. At Shenderovich, Shenderovich &…

When you are out and about in the city, we know that you take the steps necessary to remain safe. On foot, you know there are dangers, especially considering how much vehicle traffic there is. However, we know that some areas of the city are more dangerous than others. East Carson Street in Pittsburgh’s South Side is one of those…

When we look at the total fatal occupational injuries in Pennsylvania from 2006 – 2015, we are glad to see that they have decreased. However, there are still far too many deaths and injuries due to work injuries. For that time period, transportation incidents led the way in fatalities with falls, slips, and trips coming in second. Those two categories…