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For kids of any age (and parents, too), Halloween can be one of the most happily anticipated nights of the year. However, excitement can turn to tragedy when accidents happen. Even though “Beggar's Night” is supposed to be filled with fun and spooky delights, parents...
Students generally expect to remain safe while attending classes, living in dorms and otherwise participating in activities on a college campus. However, accidents and injuries can happen. If a student is hurt on campus, they may understandably wonder if they are...
Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) are infections that patients acquire while in a health care setting for other reasons. These infections can end up leading to health complications that are far more severe than what brought them into the hospital in the first place...
Many slip-and-falls occur with little warning. Someone simply making their way through a store encounters an obstacle they did not anticipate. They lose their traction or sense of balance and fall. They may strike their head on the wall or the floor, leaning to a...
When juries come back with so-called “nuclear verdicts” for malpractice against doctors and hospitals, it seems like the whole world takes note. Indeed, the mega-malpractice claims are becoming more common. According to one company that tracks such verdicts, 2023 set...
If you’re like most people, you probably have an instinct to try to land on your feet when you fall. Perhaps you’ve heard that cats land on their feet way too many times and believe this is an effective way to break your fall. If you’re a construction worker, you...
There is a lot of trust inherent in a patient-physician relationship. Patients have to provide very private, even embarrassing details about their health and personal lives. They trust that a doctor has the knowledge necessary to properly diagnose them and to oversee...
Construction sites are inherently busy and potentially dangerous environments. Scaffolding, a crucial element for many construction projects, presents a significant fall risk for workers. While safety regulations are in place, accidents can still happen due to...
Effective communication is not just an important element of patient care, it serves as a safety net that guards against the risk of medical errors and malpractice. Yet, despite advances in medical technology and protocols, communication failures remain a significant...
In public buildings of more than one story, stairways are a common sight. They ensure that consumers can reach each floor of the building. Unfortunately, using a stairway can be risky. Studies suggest that over a million people are injured in stairway falls every...