The Safety Risks of Tailgating
Every driver finds themselves getting frustrated behind the wheel from time to time. Perhaps there’s more traffic on the road than you expected, having to make a sudden detour because of a road construction project, or seeing other drivers not following the rules of the road. Driver frustration is extremely common, but it’s extremely important
- Published in Motor Vehicle Accidents
The Hazards of Stored Energy in the Workplace
Sometimes, safety hazards in the workplace are easy to spot just by looking around the space. For example, a person could walk into a workplace and see sharp cutting tools sitting on a counter, an electrical cord stretched across an aisle, or forklifts moving throughout a warehouse and reasonably expect there to be dangers associated
- Published in Workplace Woes
Risk Factors for Umbilical Cord Birth Injuries
The good news is that umbilical cord complications are fairly rare. And when they do occur, they very often do not cause any harm to the baby. However, it’s still very important for doctors to take appropriate steps to monitor for potential umbilical cord conditions so that steps can be taken to prevent complications. For
- Published in Birth Trauma
Pickups and Dropoffs: Back to School Driving Safety Tips
- Published in Motor Vehicle Accidents, Tips
Are Dog Muzzles a Good Idea?
Dog muzzles can be a bit controversial among dog owners and the general public. Many people see a muzzled dog and will automatically assume it’s an aggressive/dangerous animal. Others see muzzles as being a cruel way of controlling the dog’s behavior. But in reality, muzzles can be a very useful tool in certain situations and
- Published in Dog Bites
Do Employees Have the Right to Refuse to Work in Unsafe Conditions?
Employers have a responsibility to provide a work environment that is reasonably safe for their employees to work in. While many types of workplaces can have inherent risks, it’s important that steps be taken to make sure they aren’t unnecessarily dangerous. For example, if a job regularly requires employees to be working on ladders, fall
- Published in Workplace Woes
Birth Injuries & Missed Developmental Milestones
When injuries occur around the time of birth, it’s important for steps to be taken right away to assess the extent of those injuries and determine what treatment, if any, is needed. But how do you know if your child has been injured? Some of the immediate signs of birth trauma include limp limbs, tense
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
Dog Bite Liability for Service & Support Animals
People with disabilities can face a wide range of challenges in their day-to-day lives. In some cases, having a service animal can help lessen those challenges. Service dogs can be trained to help detect medical events before they occur and help with everyday activities, giving their owners a stronger sense of independence and confidence. And,
- Published in Dog Bites
What to Know About Car Accidents With Food Trucks
Food trucks have become big business. In the years leading up to 2020, food trucks had already been a rapidly growing form of business and once the pandemic hit, they became a more important business opportunity as business owners needed ways to continue working and diners wanted ways to go out without risking COVID. Throughout
- Published in Motor Vehicle Accidents
Types of Head Injuries Associated With Vacuum Assisted Births
Over the years, vacuum assisted births have become increasingly less common as c-sections became a more widely used option. It’s now estimated that vacuum assisted births account for about 2.5% of non-caesarean births. However, they can be an option if labor has stalled out in the second stage, if there are concerns around the baby’s
- Published in Birth Trauma
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