When choosing a nursing home, or if you want to learn more about the quality of the nursing home where a loved one already resides, one of the basic steps is to check it out on Medicare’s Nursing Home Compare website. Unfortunately, at this time fire safety inspection data are not available. If you […]
Birth Injury after Medication Error
February 16, 2017 By
Medical professionals rely on powerful drugs in practically every step of helping a woman have a successful pregnancy and birth. Medications may be used in any number of pregnancy related treatments including: Helping to treat potential complications which are discovered during pregnancy Helping to treat a woman’s preexisting conditions, while minimizing potential the harm to […]
Can We Combine Technology and Common Sense to Speed Up Pedestrian Safety?
February 13, 2017 By
There is a worldwide movement to eliminate traffic fatalities, it’s called Vision Zero. An important piece of the puzzle is improving pedestrian safety. To do that we must focus on intersection design. So far that has been an insanely slow and costly process that relies on people dying so that the data can be collected. […]
Super Bowl Party Safety Tips
February 2, 2017 By
Super Bowl parties are an American tradition for football fans and non-fans alike. Make sure everyone gets home safe and healthy by following these Super Bowl party safety tips. Food Safety Whether you are hosting a party or taking food for a potluck, basic food safety can save the day. Ask about allergies before you […]
The Ten Most Dangerous Roads in America
January 30, 2017 By
You’ve likely heard the phrase “driving is the most dangerous thing you will do every day.” Every driver has had close calls, and a large majority of drivers have or will be involved in a car wreck within their lifetime. Thankfully, advances in motor vehicle technology has reduced the number of traffic-related fatalities exponentially and […]
Auto Accident Claim – What Your Attorney Needs to Know
January 16, 2017 By
Have you been involved in a car accident? Chances are you’re not sure what to do next. If you want to ensure that you are compensated for damage or injuries resulting from the accident, it is important to seek the services of an attorney before talking to an insurance adjuster. How an Attorney Can Help? […]
The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Dealing With Insurance Claims
December 26, 2016 By
Settling insurance claims can sometimes be a complicated matter. Even if you only had a slight fender-bender, there are still large mistakes that people can make when dealing with insurance companies and claims adjusters. In order to make sure that you receive a fair amount for your claim, you should read through this list of […]
Quiet Car Rule to Protect Pedestrians
December 15, 2016 By
One of the selling points of electric cars and many new model vehicles is that they have quiet engines. Gone are the days when drivers sought powerful, fast and noisy engines. Many of the new cars in the market feature quiet engines at low speed. However, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), […]
Back and Neck Injuries Caused by Car Accidents
December 13, 2016 By
Most back and neck injuries that are caused by car accidents result from damage to one or more of the spinal discs, known to doctors as intervertebral discs. A spinal disc is a hard, fibrous disc, filled with a gel-like substance called the nucleus, that fits in between the vertebrae. The fact that disc damage […]
