February 6, 2020 Slip and Falls at Resorts Arriving at a resort should mark the beginning of rest and relaxation for most travelers. Hotel guests do not plan on visiting an emergency room as part of their trip. Unfortunately, for some individuals, slipping and falling at a hotel can lead to serious physical injuries ruining their vacation and leading to an unexpected hospital … Read More »
November 7, 2019 City Sidewalks in Poor Condition for the Disabled We tend to go about our daily activities, taking for granted how simple it is to walk across the street or walk along the sidewalk. For individuals with disabilities, the path may not be as easy or safe to navigate. Cities and towns are responsible for ensuring sidewalks and ramps are properly designed, well-maintained, and … Read More »
September 24, 2019 Senator Says Trampoline Parks Cover Up Deaths A Connecticut senator, Richard Blumenthal, claims that trampoline parks circumvent justice and legal repercussions by forcing participants to sign arbitration waivers. Arbitration waivers are legal documents that forbid individuals from filing legal claims in a court of law if they are injured. Instead, an arbitrator – not a judge – hears the injury victim’s complaints; … Read More »
August 19, 2019 It’s That Time Again: Back to School Safety With the upcoming school season approaching, now is the time to go over the most useful tips that help kids and teens stay safe during the school year. We have compiled some of the National Safety Council’s (NSC) key school safety tips for our readers and their loved ones below. School Safety Topics According to … Read More »
June 21, 2019 CDC: Playground Safety Parks and playgrounds are some of the most popular – and fun – locations for family outings in the spring and summertime, but they can also be prime injury spots for kids and teens. Here’s the good news: most playground injuries are actually preventable. Some of the best ways to avoid getting hurt is by … Read More »
April 25, 2019 Kids and Teens: Avoiding Water-Related Injuries and Death According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately ten fatal and unintentional drownings (non-boating related) happen every day in the United States. On average, one in five drowning victims are children 14-years-old or younger, and for every child fatality that occurs, five others require medical emergency treatment. With pool and beach season … Read More »
March 8, 2019 Trampoline Park Injuries Indoor trampoline parks have become more popular in recent years – but the number of injuries associated with them has also been increasing. Although they may seem like a worry-free and fun-filled activity, the truth is that they can be extremely dangerous. Trampoline Parks: General Info and Injury Reports Trampolines are devices that use taut, … Read More »
June 22, 2018 Swimming Pool Safety Few things are as inviting as a pool filled with cool water on a hot summer day. However, fun and enjoyment can quickly turn tragic when swimming pool accidents happen. Minor to severe injury and even fatalities by drowning can result from diving accidents, unsupervised children, or slip and falls. When these types of accidents … Read More »
January 27, 2018 Snow and Ice Removal Depending on where you live, the laws concerning who is responsible for shoveling snow and clearing sidewalks can vary. As a result of a citywide ordinance throughout Philadelphia all businesses, home owners, landlords and even some renters are legally obligated to remove snow from sidewalks within 6 hours of a storm and snow accumulation. Some … Read More »
