“In the depths of disappointment, what is really missing is…GRATITUDE.” (Brendon Burchard) Honestly, that quote is a tough pill to swallow when life seems to be down on you. When you are sad, tired, angry, hurt, etc.; how in the world are you supposed to feel grateful?  It feels so much better to be the […]

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Did you know that there are a number of problems involving products that are currently affecting citizens throughout the country? Some affect the elderly, and some involve those who recently had surgeries in our local hospitals. One area of product liability/medical malpractice that our firm has taken an interest in are the injuries involving warming blankets […]

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The bouts of warmer temperatures we’ve had throughout the winter, no doubt, had us anxious for spring. It’s always exciting when the Pittsburgh Pirates head to Florida in February because you know baseball season is just around the corner, but until the first pitch of the regular season is thrown, have you ever considered going […]

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In my continuing effort to explain the rules of basketball (the ACTUAL rules, as opposed to the playground rules) to the fans, I want to take a moment to explain a call that was made in the first round of the NCAA tournament this year. Seton Hall was trailing Arkansas by 1 point with under […]

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I am sure I can speak for thousands of other folks in our region when I say I cannot wait for spring! While our winter has not been nearly as harsh as we were expecting, I am tired of the cold and dreary days and I am ready for the warm sunshine and flip flops. […]

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Potato chip lovers rejoice! Today is National Potato Chip Day. While many of us love this crunchy and flavorful snack, we may not know the history behind the potato chip. Believe it or not, it all began in 1853 when a customer at a restaurant was complaining about the soggy, thick and unsatisfying texture of […]

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They say March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb, but with what Mother Nature has been dishing out lately, just about anything is possible. Last week, with temperatures in the 70s, it was like spring. The tulips began peeking up through the dirt and the birds greeted dawn with a […]

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The era of driverless vehicles is fast approaching, heralding the possibility of a significant drop in automotive fatalities – but also raising a completely new set of vehicle safety challenges. Regulatory responsibility for the safe operation of all motor vehicles is divided between the federal and state governments. Federal responsibility typically focuses on the vehicle […]

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Facebook and other forms of social media have some good things about them. It is a way to see photos of nieces, nephews and children of friends and a way to keep up with the community. WTRF and WTOV Facebook pages provide “breaking news,” and many worthwhile charities and other organizations can promote their causes. […]

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As of late, I have been thinking about different ways that we sign away our freedoms every day to more easily participate in the modern world. Depending on the need, some would say we forcibly give away these rights to participate.  Though I am conscious in some small way of doing this, am I knowingly […]

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