Slip and fall accidents can occur in any setting, including grocery stores. When a slip and fall occurs, determining who is at fault can be complex. Here are some factors that can determine fault in a slip and fall accident at a grocery store: Store responsibility The...
Year: 2023
Challenges the elderly face in securing care
Of all the industries impacted by the pandemic, nursing homes may have suffered the most, particularly the residents occupying facilities nationwide. Stories of overcrowding with facilities accepting covid positive patients made banner headlines. The choice to house...
Chemical plants and asthma: A deadly combination
Oil refineries are types of chemical plants that carry fluids between large processing units. Housed in large industrial complexes, many of these facilities can be found close to residential neighborhoods, with many residents feeling the effects of fumes and...
Spinal cord injuries often result from falls
Spinal cord injuries are among the most serious types of injuries an individual may experience, and many Indiana residents who suffer these injuries become unable to work or earn a living in the aftermath. While spinal cord injuries result from various circumstances,...
How can you help your teen become a safer driver?
When your teenager is old enough to drive, he or she may feel excited to get a driver’s license and drive independently. But you may have concerns about your teenager getting a license and having the freedom to drive. According to the National Safety Council, car...
What are some mental health effects of surviving a car accident?
Most people are aware of the physical trauma that can occur when someone gets into an automobile accident. However, it is important to note that psychological trauma can be part of the experience as well. Although largely invisible to others, mental suffering is just...
What steps should you take after a car accident?
Whenever you get in your car to drive and go somewhere, you are at risk of getting into a fatal or injurious car accident. An unexpected car accident can change your life in an instant and make it hard to get back to your normal routines. According to the Centers for...
What are the psychological effects of nursing home neglect?
When your family member moves into a nursing home, you may not initially think about the ways that they could suffer from neglect. Noticing subtle signs when you visit them is important, especially when these issues are psychological. Talking to your elderly loved one...
Data on speeding and deadly traffic accidents
If you encounter a reckless driver on the road, they could cause a collision that shatters your life. Negligent driving takes different forms, and some drivers break multiple laws behind the wheel. For example, someone could drink alcohol while driving and drive too...
Why you should never talk to the insurance company by yourself
In the aftermath of an accident that causes a personal injury, the responsible party’s insurance company will call you for information. Most personal injury attorneys recommend that you avoid having those conversations without legal representation. There are several...