Blog: Catastrophic Injury

What Happens After a Construction Collapse? Understanding the OSHA Investigation and Related Oversight Questions Following the Grays Ferry Tragedy

Apr 10, 2026

On Wednesday afternoon, a parking garage under construction on the 3000 block of Grays Ferry Avenue in South Philadelphia partially collapsed, leaving one worker dead, two others treated and released, and two more still unaccounted for as search efforts continued, according to public reporting and city officials. Residents nearby described hearing and feeling the collapse, and emergency crews remained at the site as search and recovery efforts continued. If you are feeling unsettled today, wondering...

Severe Burn Injuries in Philadelphia and When Property Owners May Be Liable

Oct 17, 2025

Severe burn injuries are among the most painful and life-altering forms of trauma. Survivors often face multiple surgeries, long-term scarring, nerve damage, disability, emotional distress, and overwhelming medical costs. These harms are especially devastating when they occur in places where people should feel safe, such as apartment buildings, restaurants, hotels, workplaces, and retail stores across Philadelphia. When a severe burn occurs because a property owner failed to correct a dangerous condition, Pennsylvania law allows victims...