The holiday season is a festive occasion for both young and old. It is also a season fraught with hidden dangers. Everything from the decorations to the toys to the food holds the potential for causing injury unless care is taken. Some of the more common injuries include falls from…
With the holidays quickly approaching, it’s important to note that the chaos of the season can affect your pets as much as it does you. Increased activity, new faces, loud noises, and lack of routine, especially when you are hosting family and friend gatherings, can adversely affect your dog’s behavior,…
It seems every time you open a website or engage in an online transaction these days you are presented with a lengthy Terms and Conditions document, which you’re expected to read before proceeding. Many of us are guilty of simply clicking “Agree” and moving on. But have you ever wondered…
If you have been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, you could have grounds for a personal injury lawsuit. Personal injury cases seek to recover financial compensation for damages relating to your injury, including lost wages, medical expenses, and pain and suffering you have endured. What…
This is the time of year, with summer winding down to an end, we see an increase in traffic caused by people returning from vacation and heading back to work and school. At the same time, because the weather is still nice, we also see people continuing to enjoy their…
Just as motorists are obliged to follow the rules of the road, boaters have laws to follow, too. For example, vessel operators can be cited if they fail to obey posted speed limits or adhere to right-of-way passing rules, or if they operate their vessels while under the influence, just…
Despite all the driver education programs, the Drive Sober campaigns, and the strict penalties, drunk driving is still one of the leading causes of all traffic fatalities in the U.S. In fact, in 2023 DUI-related traffic accidents resulted in more than 13,000 fatalities, or 35% of all traffic-related deaths that…
The unofficial start of summer is just around the corner and for many of us that means it’s time to fire up the backyard grill. Moving the cooking outdoors gives us more time to enjoy these longer days with family and friends, but these friendly gatherings can quickly turn tragic…
Whether due to the influence of social media or sheer vanity, many people today – men and women, alike – are obsessed with looking younger. Capitalizing on this, there is an abundance of products and treatments on the market today that promise users a means to hitting pause on the…
Electronic vehicles (EVs) are quickly growing in popularity. Although they are said to be more environmentally friendly than their gas-powered counterparts, these vehicles are not without risks of their own. Recent reports state that EV fires are becoming more commonplace and are extremely dangerous, posing risk of injuries not only…