There are different types of mesh implanted transvaginally to treat pelvic organ prolapse (POP) as well as stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Oftentimes, women implanted with transvaginal mesh products may not be aware of what material the implants are made of. Some products are made out of …
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Pennsylvania Transvaginal Mesh Attorney Discusses the Meaning of FDA “Clearance”
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) plays a significant role in monitoring the food we eat, the drugs we take, and the products we may use or have implanted into us. More often than not, we hear about the FDA in terms of pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices. The FDA is a government agency …
FDA Public Health Notifications About Transvaginal Mesh – What You Should Know
The United States Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) often issues public health notifications (“PHNs”) and safety alerts when it finds that certain pharmaceutical drugs or medical devices may pose a risk to patients and consumers. Over the past eight years, there have …
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Buckle Up in Bucks
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Dangerous and Deadly Problem of Not Buckling Up. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death among those aged 1-54 in the U.S. With those alarming states, millions do not buckle up on …
Chronic Pain and Your Brain Caused By Car Crash
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Impact of Car Accidents Can Be Long-Lasting Motor vehicle accidents plague our highways. Approximately every 10 seconds a driver U.S. is injured in a car crash (according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). The majority of auto …
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Michael Saile is a Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney in Pennsylvania
"The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA) names Attorney Michael L. Saile, Jr. as one of the "10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys". LANGHORNE, PA, September 01, 2017 (Via 24-7PressRelease) -- Cordisco & Saile LLC is pleased to announce that the American Institute of Personal …
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Pennsylvania Motorcycle Laws Bucks County Bikers Should Know
People choose to ride motorcycles for various reasons: transportation, for recreation, and for several other reasons. Like all motor vehicles, there are multiple laws regarding the use and operation of a motorcycle that bikers should know. Familiarizing oneself with Pennsylvania motorcycle laws is …
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Best and Worst States for Drivers: Pennsylvania Among the Best, New Jersey Among the Worst
We have all sat behind the wheel and argued that our state has the best or the worst drivers, without truly knowing. Well, now we do. According to a Bankrate.com ranking of best and worst states for drivers, Pennsylvania was one of the best states for drivers while New Jersey ranked as one of the …
57 People Died So Far in Philadelphia Traffic Accidents This Year
Losing a loved one in an accident is many people’s worst fear. Unfortunately for many families, that worst fear has become a reality. According to the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, 57 people have died so far in Philadelphia traffic accidents in 2016 (as of November 8).What do the …
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Chipped Tooth Not A Displaced Fracture Under NJ Personal Injury Law
In New Jersey, an auto insurance policy holder who opts for limitation on lawsuit threshold – verbal threshold – limited tort on their NJ car insurance policy can only recover for pain, suffering, and inconvenience, if he or she suffers one or more of the following injuries: 1. Death 2. …
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Some Magisterial District Boundaries Realigned in Bucks County
Earlier this year, Bucks County President Judge David W. Heckler and Court Administration announce that magisterial district boundaries in Bensalem and Middletown Townships have been realigned by order of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, effective January 7, 2008. Bensalem Twp. now will be served …
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Traffic Fatalities Rise in First Nine Months of 2016
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 2016 saw a huge rise in traffic fatalities. Traffic deaths decreased between 2012 and 2014, but increased quickly in 2015 and 2016. Traffic Fatalities are on the Rise According to NHTSA statistics, during the first nine …
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How to Prove Medical Malpractice
In order to win a medical malpractice case, you must know how to prove medical malpractice. To do so, you must produce adequate evidence that substantiates the following four elements: A valid doctor-patient relationship existed. The doctor (or other medical professional) was negligent in your …
AAA Reports Top Three Teen Driving Distractions
Teen drivers are the age group most likely to be involved in traffic accidents, according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The Foundation conducted an eight-year study, from 2007 to 2015, on teen driver behaviors and habits. The study also tracked the causes of approximately 2,200 moderate …
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Social Media & Insurance Claims
Social media use has risen significantly over the past few years. In fact, the Pew Research Internet Project claims that out of all internet users, 74 percent are active on social media sites. Social media sites are great for catching up with old friends, sharing pictures, and making connections …
Falls Prevention Awareness Day Is September 22
Falls Prevention Awareness Day is September 22, 2016. Millions of older adults fall each year, and some suffer serious injuries and hospitalization. The risk of falling and getting injured is a critical issue for older adults – but the vast majority of falls are preventable. The Fall Prevention …
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Feet First Philly 3 Common Pedestrian Complaints
Philadelphia may be a beautiful city, but it’s not one that’s without complaints from pedestrians. To help improve pedestrian safety and comfort—and increase the number of people who choose to commute by walking—Feet First Philly surveyed pedestrians in Philadelphia. Here is what those walkers …
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Car Accident Knee Injuries
Knees can sustain serious injuries in car accidents. Car accident knee injuries can lead to intense pain, limited range of motion, and swelling. Some require weeks or even months to heal. This may mean extended time away from work, in addition to mounting medical costs. While your personal injury …
Does New Jersey Have a Deadline For Issuing a Traffic Violation?
Yes, usually the deadline that a citizen or police officer, and possibly a judge can issue an NJ traffic ticket against another driver is 30 days after the incident. There are a few exceptions (See N.J.S.A. §39:5-3 below). The NJ Appellate Division just issued new law regarding a case where …
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Insurers Think Distracted Driving is to Blame for Increase in Fatal Accidents
There has been a recent surge in the number of traffic fatalities and injuries, and many people have an opinion on what caused it. We might have our answer. In an article by The Seattle Times, Robert Gordon, a top executive at the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America, blames traffic …
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The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Claims Process
Every year, millions of Americans at hurt at work and need some way to pay the bills while they are out of work. Luckily, most of them can rely on workers’ compensation insurance to cover their medical bills and wage loss. Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation law requires almost all employers to …
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Extensive List of Approved Breath Tests Announced by Dept. of Health
On October 6, 2007, a Notice was posted in the Pennsylvania Bulletin (37 Pa.B. 5434) announcing a new list of approved PA breath test devices. The Department of Health (Department) has approved the following equipment for determining the alcohol content of blood by analysis of a person’s breath. …
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U.S. Could See Most Traffic Fatalities in Nine Years
The United States could be looking at its deadliest year for traffic fatalities in nearly a decade. The National Safety Council (NSC) released preliminary estimates for the first half of the year, and the death toll for traffic accidents is already at 19,100. High National Death Toll is Cause for …
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Excessive Speed to Blame in Philadelphia Amtrak Derailment
Cordisco & Saile LLC extends its deepest sympathies to the victims and families of victims injured or killed in the May 12th derailment of Amtrak Train 188 in Philadelphia. At the time of publication, eight passengers are confirmed dead and at least 200 have been treated at local hospitals. …
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Lawsuit Blames Apple FaceTime for Fatal Wreck
The parents of a little girl killed by a distracted driver filed suit against Apple in December 2016, according to an ABC News report. In the suit, the couple accuses Apple of failing to disable its FaceTime video calling app when the phone is moving at highway speeds, despite the ability to do so. …
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