19 Jan

New Year’s Eve signifies the end of the holiday season and the beginning of another chapter in life. Most people celebrate by consuming alcohol and going to festive events to countdown the New Year. Unfortunately, there are more alcohol-related car accidents on […]

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19 Jan

WARNING SIGNS OF ABUSE IN NURSING HOMES

While nursing homes are supposed to be places where we can trust that our loved ones will be safe and cared for, sometimes they are places where abuse and neglect take place. Usually, this mistreatment comes from the very people who have […]

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19 Jan

NURSING HOME ABUSE: BEDSORES & NEGLECT

Bedsores, also known as decubitus ulcers, pressure ulcers, or pressure sores, are injuries commonly sustained in nursing homes due to substandard and negligent care. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as many as 10 percent of […]

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19 Jan

FIND THE RIGHT DOCTOR FOR YOUR INJURY

Most people are traumatized in the aftermath of an accident or injury. In fact, an auto accident victim may not even know that they are injured: adrenaline runs high and can mask pain, especially when there is damage to ligaments and tendons […]

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19 Jan

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT DOG BITE INJURIES IN FLORIDA

Thousands of people sustain dog bite injuries in the United States every year. Not only are these injuries physically painful, but they can be extremely expensive to treat as well. In fact, the average amount paid out for dog bite claims in […]

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19 Jan

SUMMER SAFETY: TIPS TO AVOID BOATING ACCIDENTS

Boating is a popular pastime in Florida, and with summer upon us, many families are already enjoying time on the water. While boating, jet skiing, and other water sports can be fun, they can also be potentially dangerous if certain safety precautions […]

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19 Jan

PHARMACY LIABILITY: COMMON PRESCRIPTION MISTAKES

Pharmacy negligence is a big source of personal injury claims. Pharmacists are highly trained individuals with a special responsibility to ensure the health and safety of those they serve. When they are careless in this duty, they can be held responsible for […]

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19 Jan

A WOMAN’S MOTHER NEGLECTED IN A NURSING HOME FACILITY

On March 22, 2007, an 80-year-old woman was admitted to a rehabilitation center after receiving hospital care, which determined she would not need to undergo back surgery. The woman’s past medical history stated the woman suffered from the following conditions: Spinal Stenosis […]

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19 Jan

OSHA’S “FATAL FOUR” RESPONSIBLE FOR 60 PERCENT OF CONSTRUCTION WORKER DEATHS

Construction work has long been considered one of the most dangerous occupations in the country. When it comes to dealing with heavy machinery, tall heights, and dangerous chemicals, it is the sad truth that nearly 4,700 deaths occurred in 2014 alone. Many […]

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19 Jan

MOST MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS CAUSED BY AUTOMOBILES

Every year in the U.S., thousands of people are injured or killed in motorcycle accidents. Typically, accidents involving motorcycles result in more severe injuries than passenger car accidents because riders are more exposed to the elements and lack the protective surrounding structure […]

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