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July 15, 2016

Asbestos is no longer used in construction, yet it still resides in many homes and buildings. The dangerous aspect of asbestos is when it is disturbed, becomes airborne, and is inhaled. Asbestos is a group of microfiber minerals that resists fire, heat, and chemicals, which is why it became a...

Torn ACL From a Slip and Fall

July 8, 2016

According to the University of California San Francisco’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery, 200,000 people suffer from ACL injuries annually. Many of these injuries happen during sports accidents and car collisions. A bad fall can also result in a torn ACL. Most often, surgery is required to suture the torn tendon...

Be Prepared for Roadside Breakdowns and Other Emergencies

July 1, 2016

Vigilant driving, not using electronic devices, and planning for extra drive time so you don’t feel rushed are some of the most important ways to stay safe on the road. With so many distracted and impatient drivers, driving is likely the most dangerous part of the average person’s day. According...

Top Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

June 24, 2016

Collisions with pedestrians are almost always one-sided in terms of injuries. And they are often caused by the driver due to distraction, speed, and failing to look out for pedestrians. In most cases, drivers are negligent in accidents with pedestrians, though alcohol is a contributing factor to pedestrian-caused accidents with...

Logging is the Most Dangerous Civilian Occupation

June 17, 2016

While severe and tragic accidents can happen on the job for anyone, there are occupations that pose much greater risks than others. One of those occupations is logging. The National Traumatic Occupational Fatalities (NTOF) surveillance system reported that 1,492 loggers died in the 10-year period between 1980 to 1989, according...

Victims of Traumatic Brain Injuries at the Workplace Should Contact...

June 10, 2016

Millions of people suffer from Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs). The Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that there are 2.5 million cases of TBIs each year. The causes vary from sports injuries, car collisions, premises accidents, and work related injuries, which can be comprised of falls, injuries...

Injuries That Result in Chronic or Acute Back Pain

June 3, 2016

For those with a chronic back injury, it can be a scenario that, no matter what you do, the pain flares up and ruins your day. A ruined day is one thing, but a ruined week, month, or a lifetime of back pain is another, which is unfortunately all too...

Types of Car Accidents and How to Avoid Them

May 27, 2016

Of the 5.5 million that occur annually, 93 percent of traffic accidents are completely avoidable and due solely to human error, according to the Federal Highway Administration and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. These human errors include becoming distracted; being in a rush (speeding, changing lanes erratically, tailgating, etc.);...

Pesticide Poisoning at the Workplace

May 20, 2016

If you work in agriculture such as farming, orcharding, fruit or vegetable packing, landscaping, or any other type of employment that you use or are exposed to pesticides, you may be at risk. Pesticides are used everywhere: at home, in our food, in parks, on the side of the street,...

Surgical Mesh Complications

May 13, 2016

Hundreds of thousands of Americans undergo hernia surgery. In many hernia surgeries, but not all, a device called surgical mesh (which is a woven fabric) is used to repair the abdomen. It is placed between the the patient’s skin to block intestines and tissue from sticking out beyond the intestinal...

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