Elevator accidents may seem rare, but these incidents do happen and cause a range of serious injuries. You may take them for granted, but elevators are powerful machines that can be dangerous. They pose risks not only to riders but also for the people who work in or near them. There are several reasons why[…]
Vacation is a time for exploration, rest, relaxation and fun. Every year, millions of Americans rent residential vacation spaces through online lodging services like Airbnb, HomeToGo, VRBO, and Tripping instead of booking commercial hotels or motels. Customers have the option to rent private or shared spaces and can also book a property for multiple people[…]
Spending the day at the pool is a fun part of summer for many people. Unfortunately, swimming pools are also places where there are serious risks of accidents and injuries. The two most common swimming pool accident injuries are drownings and slip and falls. While drowning accidents are particularly tragic, slip and fall accidents occur[…]
An accident can be particularly overwhelming and disruptive when it occurs away from home. While summertime is when people typically enjoy going on vacations with family and friends, it is also the time of year when the likelihood of being involved in an accident increases, including a slip and fall. Getting injured as a result[…]
Recently, a 14-year-old boy died after falling from a ride at ICON Park in Orlando, Florida. Unfortunately, he may not be the only fatality this year as amusement park season gets into full swing. Research shows there are nearly 12,000 emergency room visits in an average year due to amusement and water park injuries and[…]