Mechanic Safety & Hazards in Auto Shops
Hundreds of thousands of Americans work as mechanics and automotive service technicians. The public depends on their skills to help people take care of their cars, get back on the road, and keep the world moving. But working as a mechanic can be a very physically demanding job. Not only do they often need to
- Published in Workplace Woes
Neonatal Facial Palsy Causes & Symptoms
When labor and delivery become complicated, there are several different things that can go wrong. In some situations, an emergency c-section might be necessary to deliver a baby as quickly as possible and avoid the risk of injury to the baby and the mother. In other situations, a doctor might use tools like forceps to
- Published in Birth Trauma
The Risks of Drowsy Driving
The reasons drunk driving is so dangerous are well understood. Since alcohol impairs judgment, affects coordination, and slows down reflexes, it’s very dangerous for someone to be behind the wheel if they’ve been drinking. The same can also be said for some other types of substances, like marijuana and prescription or over-the-counter medications. But people
- Published in Motor Vehicle Accidents
What’s Causing an Increase in Pedestrian Accidents?
Over the years, a lot of progress has been made in finding ways to improve traffic safety. For example, new cars are getting increasingly more features to help drivers avoid car accidents and to protect occupants of a car if a crash does occur. But one type of traffic accident that has actually been increasing
- Published in Motor Vehicle Accidents
Types of Blast Injuries in the Workplace
Out of all the types of accidents that can cause serious injuries in the workplace, fires and explosions often aren’t near the top of the list of the most common types of accidents. However, when these types of accidents do occur, the effects can be devastating. Not only because of the injuries and fatalities they
- Published in Workplace Woes
Can Hospitals be Responsible for a Doctor’s Negligence?
If someone goes to a hospital and experiences medical malpractice of any kind – whether it’s a surgical error, an incorrect diagnosis, or a mistake with medication – their first thought might be that it’s the hospital’s fault. But if you’re harmed by a medical error at a hospital, it’s very important to contact a
- Published in Medical Malpractice
Occupational Safety Hazards in the Waste Management Industry
For hundreds of thousands of Americans, the waste management industry is a source of employment, whether it’s working on a collection truck, in a recycling facility, at a landfill, or providing remediation services, just to name a few. However, the industry is often cited in lists of industries with high rates of work-related injuries and
- Published in Workplace Woes
Can Jaundice Be Caused by Birth Trauma?
Jaundice is an extremely common condition in newborns, occurring in approximately 60% of full-term babies and 80% of babies born prematurely. Jaundice occurs when a person’s liver isn’t able to get rid of bilirubin, a substance naturally produced by the breakdown of red blood cells, as quickly as it needs to. The high levels of
- Published in Birth Trauma
Are Golf Carts Street Legal in Michigan?
- Published in Michigan Law, Motor Vehicle Accidents
The Cervical Lip: Complications During Birth
Even in pregnancies that are healthy and uncomplicated, it’s still possible for issues to come up during labor and delivery that can increase the risk of injuries to both the mother and the baby. A cervical lip is one example of this. A cervical lip occurs when the cervix doesn’t fully dilate as it’s supposed
- Published in Birth Trauma
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