Workplace Injury Prevention Tips for Small Business Owners
All workplaces have hazards. It doesn’t matter if you’re working for a large, international corporation or a small business. Both office workers and construction workers can potentially be injured on the job or develop occupational illnesses if proper precautions aren’t taken. Of course, different types of workplaces will have different types of hazards, but the
- Published in Tips, Workplace Woes
Tips for Parallel Parking Safely
Whether you’ve just gotten your driver’s license or have been on the road for decades, parallel parking can be one of the most stressful situations drivers encounter. It’s not at all uncommon for people to go out of their way to find another place to park instead of trying to parallel park. Yes, this is
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Can a Dog Trainer Help Prevent Dog Bites?
- Published in Dog Bites
Placental Complications & Risks of Birth Trauma
Before birth, the placenta plays a crucial role in delivering oxygen and nutrients to the baby as it grows. In many cases, the pregnancy progresses without any issues involving the placenta. But in rare instances, there may be problems with the placenta that pose very serious risks for both the mother and child. Placental Abruption
- Published in Birth Trauma
Workplace Safety Obligations for Work-at-Home Arrangements
Workplace safety always matters, regardless if people are working on a construction site, a warehouse, an office, or are working remotely from a home office. Even before the coronavirus pandemic overtook the world in 2020, remote workers represented a significant part of the workforce and that number had been expected to steadily continue trending upward.
- Published in Workplace Woes
Can You Sue Doctors for Over-Prescribing Pain Management Medication?
Before the coronavirus pandemic hit, the opioid crisis was one of the most widely discussed public health issues facing America. According to the HHS, two out of three drug overdose deaths in 2018 involved an opioid and in 2019, about 9.7 million people misused prescription painkillers. But just because COVID has taken over the news,
- Published in Medical Malpractice
5 Dangers of Flexi-Leashes and Retractable Dog Leashes
When you own a dog, a good leash is essential. In the state of Michigan, there is a statewide leash law which states that, with few exceptions, it is unlawful for a dog’s owner to allow a dog off their property unless it is properly leashed. Some cities have additional leash ordinances which can apply
- Published in Dog Bites
Flying Ice: Are Trucks and Cars Responsible for Broken Windshields?
Every winter, there’s one question lots of Michigan drivers have: are we legally required to clear the snow off of our cars? The answer to this is yes, under Section 257.677a of the Michigan Vehicle Code. This part of the Michigan Vehicle Code plainly states that a person shall not remove, or cause to be
- Published in Michigan Law, Motor Vehicle Accidents
Complications and Long-Term Effects of Episiotomies & Tearing
Giving birth is an extremely difficult process for both the baby and the mother. And sometimes babies need a little extra help coming into the world. Sometimes, this means performing an episiotomy on the mother or the mother’s perineum tearing naturally to create extra room for the child as they leave their mother’s body. Natural
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
Dealing with the Insurance Adjuster After an Auto Accident
Being injured in a car accident is an extremely overwhelming experience. Not only do you have to worry about getting immediate care for your injuries, it’s very common to feel unsure about what you should and shouldn’t be doing. When injuries are involved, people often feel stressed out about unwittingly saying or doing something that
- Published in Motor Vehicle Accidents, Tips
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