What to Do After a Dog Bite
4.5 million people are bit by dogs per year, with one out of every five requiring medical attention. While children are more likely to be injured, the wounds resulting range from superficial cuts to punctures requiring immediate medical attention. Should something like this happen, be sure to do the following: Clean the Wound or Get…
3 Tips to Safely Ride Your Motorcycle in Cool Weather
When the temperatures drop, many put their motorcycle away in storage for the next few months. But there are a handful of die-hard riders that continue through the winter season. Like taking your car out on the road, riding a two-wheeled vehicle through wintry conditions has its pitfalls. However, the risks are often specific: Motorcycle…
New Airbag Recall Affects 2.1 Million Vehicles from Honda, Toyota, Chrysler
On January 31st, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a recall concerning airbags installed into vehicles from Toyota Motor Corp, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, and Honda Motor Co. 2.1 million vehicles launched in the early 2000 are affected. While 1 million of Honda’s and Toyota’s cars overlap with the Takata airbag recall from last…
Four Complications of Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Wrongful death lawsuits have received a significant amount of media attention over the past two months. First, following her mother’s death in September, Melissa Rivers confirmed to E! Online that she plans to open a claim against the New York endoscopy clinic where Joan Rivers experienced cardiac arrest. Then, closer to home, families of the…
10 of the Most Common Injuries in Nursing Homes
Negligence in nursing homes often stems from overworked staff, crowded facilities, and improper treatment. Although you, as a visiting family member, can spot this with certain signs, including physical and behavioral changes, negligence manifests itself further as life-changing injuries. Medication errors, not monitoring residents’ eating habits, and restraint have potential to result in the following…
