Protect your child from defective toys
We’re now entering the festive season and you’re looking forward to spending it with the family. You have young children and purchasing fun toys for them this year is at the top of your list of priorities. Toys may seem like harmless objects, but the reality is that there are thousands of toy-related injuries and […]
3 myths about workers’ compensation
Many workers who are injured or contracted an illness as a direct result of their job are eligible for workers’ compensation. Workers’ comp could allow employees to receive medical benefits and lost wages, and, in some cases, pay survivors after an untimely death from work-related damages. Despite hundreds of thousands of workplace injuries, only a […]
Are too many workers’ compensation claims opposed?
Every job comes with a certain degree of risk. If you work in retail, you might be the one at the cash register when an armed robber enters the store. If you work in a nursing home, you can throw out your back trying to help a patient in the shower. When you get hurt […]
3 things to do after suffering spinal injuries in a wreck
You were recently in a head-on vehicle collision that caused you major spine injuries. Unfortunately, as a result of the accident, it seems your injuries may affect you for the rest of your life. With some treatments, surgery and therapy, you may have the chance to recover or reduce prolonged health issues. When seeking a […]
Why someone texting at a stoplight could easily cause a crash
Texting at the wheel isn’t a very safe choice, and it is a danger you likely actively avoid. If you pull up next to someone and see their phone in their hands, you will probably try to get away from them as quickly as possible because they might cause a crash. When you notice them […]
Why is distracted driving so dangerous?
If you are like most people, you have likely been distracted while behind the wheel before. Unfortunately, mundane tasks, such as adjusting the temperature or finding a new radio station, take your mind off the road. In these few seconds, an accident can happen. In situations where you are involved in an accident with a […]
1 simple thing pedestrians can do to prevent being struck by a vehicle
Pedestrians often are not to blame for the crashes that they experience. Frequently, they abide by traffic laws and make safety their top concern, while people in motor vehicles put them at unnecessary risk. They will also bear the brunt of any collision that occurs, as pedestrian crashes rarely cause injury to the people in […]
2 workplace dangers teachers and college professors endure
Millions of kids are back in school, with their nose to the grindstone, working alongside teachers to score well on their tests and advance to the next grade. Likewise, teachers and college professors work countless hours to provide their students with the curriculum they need to be contributing members of society. All that work teachers […]
Motorcyclists face severe risks from left-turn accidents
There are many different types of motorcycle accidents that can lead to serious injuries or even fatalities. Understanding what causes these crashes can sometimes help motorcyclists to see the signs in advance and avoid the impact. Arguably the most common type of accident is a left-turn accident. This happens when a driver in another vehicle […]
What you should do after a traumatic brain injury
It’s, unfortunately, the truth that you could suffer from a traumatic brain injury because of an auto accident or other unexpected situation. If you do, then you deserve the support you need as you focus on recovering from what you’ve been through. A traumatic brain injury can change your life. This injury happens when an […]
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