Blog: Firm News
- Tips for Recovery After a Slip and Fall Accident
Jun 13, 2018
Falls are the leading cause of injuries and death among American seniors. In fact, falls send senior adults across the United States to the emergency room every 11 seconds on average. Falls can lead to cuts, bruises, broken bones, and knee, neck, and head injuries. After a slip and fall accident, seniors often become wary of walking too far and are afraid to trust their own judgment or balance. Three-quarters of seniors injured in falls...Read More - At-Will Employee FAQs
May 28, 2018
An at-will employee is one who can be terminated at any time without the employer having to give a reason. They also may or may not give notice of termination. At-will employees have very few remedies available to them unless the employer breaks a law or violates their employee rights. In fact, in every state but Montana, the law favors the employer in at-will situations and it is assumed that you are an at-will employee...Read More - Memorial Weekend Driving
May 21, 2018
The Memorial Day Weekend is one of the deadliest for travelers. Serious and fatal car accidents related to drunk driving increase over the holiday weekend as people travel to barbeques, parades, parties, and celebrations. This is an annual issue. The American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates there will be nearly 37 million people hitting the road during the four-day weekend that stretches from Friday evening through Monday. With so many on the road, the chance of...Read More - Richard J. Schubert Honored as Super Lawyer
May 18, 2018
Richard J. Schubert, Managing Partner of AlpernSchubert, P.C. has once again been honored as a Super Lawyer for 2018. Mr. Schubert has been recognized each consecutive year since 2008. This recognition reflects the personal attention and dedication he provides to each of his clients, and the foundation of experience he has built for more than 35 years. Mr. Schubert has a broad range of experience in the practice area of personal injury. He has represented...Read More - Teens Admit to Riding with an Impaired Driver
May 14, 2018
A new study reveals that one third of recent high school graduates have ridden with an impaired driver in the past year. According to the study, published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, young adults are also more likely to ride with a driver who is under the influence of marijuana than one impaired by alcohol. Twenty-three percent of respondents reported riding with a marijuana-impaired driver, 20 percent reported riding with an...Read More - Workers’ Compensation and Pre-Existing Conditions
May 7, 2018
The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act provides for Workers’ Compensation benefits for employees who suffer a work-related injury. This no-fault system covers medical expenses, lost wages, and disability for injured workers. This may be true even if the employee has a pre-existing condition. If the pre-existing condition is aggravated or worsened by the work an employee is currently doing, then treatment for that condition must be covered. The pre-existing condition does not have to be related...Read More - Richard Schubert Receives Judicial Ranking from Martindale Hubbell
May 3, 2018
We are proud to announce that Richard J. Schubert of AlpernSchubert P.C. received a judicial ranking from Martindale Hubbell, which is the highest possible designation granted by the organization. This prestigious honor is bestowed upon those who have been recognized by both peers and judges in the legal industry and denotes professional excellence in legal abilities and ethical standards. The entire team at AlpernSchubert congratulates Mr. Schubert on this outstanding achievement. Mr. Schubert, a Pittsburgh...Read More - Sexual Orientation Discrimination
Apr 30, 2018
In a landmark decision, a New York federal appeals court ruled that the protections in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 extend to claims of employment discrimination based on sexual orientation. While it has long been established that Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin, there has recently been much debate surrounding whether it also prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation. The 2nd Circuit Court...Read More - Tire Maintenance Key to Safety
Apr 26, 2018
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 11,000 crashes happen every year due to tire-related issues. Maintaining your tires is critical to your safety and that of passengers traveling with you, as well as other drivers sharing the road. Good Tire Maintenance Certain drivers think engine maintenance is the key to a car’s performance and do not give much thought to their tires. Putting off tire maintenance will result in poor performance, potential safety...Read More - Bill Reclassifying Asbestos Claims as Workers’ Compensation Proposed
Apr 17, 2018
The House and Senate in Pennsylvania are close to approving a bill that would classify asbestos claims under the umbrella of Workers’ Compensation. Five years ago, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court removed asbestos and other related claims from the realm of Workers’ Compensation. However, the proposed bill to reverse that action is gaining traction. Labor groups, trial lawyers, and plaintiff attorneys plan to fight the bill, arguing that it applies to a number of latent diseases...Read More