As people get into the full swing of summer, you may very well be getting ready to take the boat out for some fishing, tubing, or just to cruise around. It is important to follow a few safety tips when out on the boat to make sure you reduce the chance of injury for yourself, …

Pedestrians face a wide variety of dangerous obstacles every day. Even though municipalities take great care in constructing sidewalks and plotting out safe paths for pedestrians, the amount of hazards they can encounter is staggering. From inconsiderate cars to beaten down sidewalks, most of these obstacles are, tragically, to be expected. But one of the leading …

Summer is an exciting time of the year for many. It means less time at work, kids are out of school, and both friends and families can gather to take part in summer activities. It is important to remain safe during these summer activities, as a misstep or missed precaution can lead to a variety of …

Now more than ever, it seems that drivers are distracted. Considering the wide variety of distractions that can be found on a phone, it’s no surprise that distracted driving, including texting and driving, is on the rise. With every convenience at one’s fingertips, it can be hard to put it all away, not just for …

The loss of a loved one has an immeasurable impact on a person’s life. It can be extremely difficult knowing that someone you loved and cared deeply for is no longer with you. Death, after all, is nearly impossible to comprehend, especially when the death occurred in a way that could have been avoided. Though it …

A dog bite will leave more than just a few teeth marks on your arm. Whether it’s a resident jogging through the neighborhood, a small child walking to school, a mail carrier delivering packages, or anyone else who happens to be passing by a yard containing a potentially dangerous dog, a victim of a dog …

A prescription drug error is a specific type of medical malpractice that can have devastating consequences. When a medication error results, it can be the result of many things, including the following: Wrong Medication A patient might receive the wrong medication and there are a few different ways this can happen. If the patient fills …

An accident or injury can happen anywhere, at any place, and at any time. Working a seemingly safe job can still result in an injury under certain circumstances. Although it can be difficult to predict whether working in a certain industry will be risky or safe for the most part, the following industries tend to …

When it comes to consumer product recalls, you’ve likely heard about your fair share of them. From foods to cars, some product recalls are simply precautionary and only affect a small percentage of customers, whereas others are much more serious and might affect most (or all) customers. Hearing about a product getting recalled is one thing, …