How Common Are Burn Injuries in Children?Most parents go to great lengths to protect their children. They use outlet covers, anchor furniture to the wall, and take other “childproofing” measures in the home. Unfortunately, accidents can still occur. That Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that over 300 kids from birth to age 19 are […]
Learn MoreCan I Sue for Cosmetic Surgery Injuries?As cosmetic surgery and rejuvenation procedures become more common and affordable, many people are turning to enhancements and other procedures as a way to feel better about themselves. Although plastic surgery has become quite safe, it is not without risks. In some cases, patients are injured during a cosmetic […]
Learn MoreCompensation for Lasik Eye Surgery InjuriesInstead of contacts or glasses, many people now turn to LASIK eye surgery to correct their vision. LASIK, which stands for laser in situ keratomileusis, is advertised as a nearly painless surgical procedure that involves the surgeon creating a thin flap in the patient’s cornea, reshaping the underlying tissue with […]
Learn MoreHow Do I Know If My Medication Has Been Recalled?If you take prescription medication or over-the-counter drugs, it’s important to stay up to date on the safety of your medicine. In the U.S., the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is the authority in charge of issuing recalls and notifying the public that medication has been […]
Learn MoreHow Safe Is Your Car? Motor vehicle recalls dominated the news in 2014, and 2015 has also seen its share of large auto recalls. In fact, 2014 was a record year for vehicle recalls. This knowledge is enough to make anyone hesitate before purchasing a new or used vehicle. How do you know your car […]
Learn MoreWhat Are the Leading Causes of Accidental Deaths?The death of a loved one is always a time of grief and sadness. When a family member dies due to an accident – especially one that was preventable – these emotions are often joined by anger, confusion, and frustration.The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that accidental injuries […]
Learn MoreAre Sports Liability Waiver Forms Enforceable?With summer ending and the school year starting up once again, many parents will be confronted with a slew of liability waivers, especially for sports-related activities. Many people sign them without really reading them; parents get them so often, they barely stop to think about what they say.Whether your child […]
Learn MoreYou Witnessed a Car Accident. Now What?Car accidents happen suddenly, and they can cause your adrenaline to kick into overdrive, especially if one happens just a few cars ahead of you. The scene may be chaotic and stressful, causing you to feel confused and uncertain about what you should do next. Many people who observe […]
Learn MoreDefective Airbags Can Cause InjuriesThere is no question that airbags save lives. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reports that airbags reduce fatalities, with frontal airbags lowering death rates by 29 percent and driver-side airbags reducing motor vehicle fatalities by 37 percent.When airbags are defective – or used in an improper way – however, […]
Learn More“Distracted Walking” Putting Pedestrians at Risk“Distracted driving” may receive more attention, but the problem of “distracted walking” is becoming an increasingly common and dangerous problem. According to a recent report by the National Safety Council, distracted walking injuries involving cell phones accounted for an estimated 11,101 injuries between 2000 and 2011, making it a significant safety […]
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