It is no secret that 18-wheelers are some of the most dangerous vehicles on the road. Trucking companies have regulations in place for their drivers to follow in order to promote safety, and yet trucking fatalities are at a 30-year high. So what regulations are truck...
When placing a loved one in a nursing home, you expect them to receive the best care possible. Along with having their physical needs addressed, nursing home patients must also receive mental and emotional support to ensure a good quality of life. Unfortunately,...
Head injuries can cause a broad range of effects. While some people only experience temporary issues, serious head injuries can result in lifelong problems that require continuous therapy and rehabilitation. Understanding the effects of a head injury is important if...
Imagine you are taking a walk on a beautiful, sunny day. Your neighbor is outside with their dog, and you ask if you can pet their pooch. The neighbor agrees, then your idyllic day takes a turn for the worse. The dog sinks his teeth into your arm. You need stitches...
Sometimes the abuse of elders in nursing homes does not involve actual physical contact. In some instances, such mistreatment involves not providing residents with the care they need and deserve, which may lead to injuries or health complications such as bed sores....
When you suffer from a back injury, you may not think it is a big deal at first. This is especially true if the pain does not feel too intense right away, or if it does not seem to hinder your movements too much. However, back injuries make up the biggest reason for...
While many motorists in Indiana feel comfortable driving alongside tractor-trailers, they may not fully understand the potential dangers of these massive vehicles. Their size alone presents significant hazards to everyone on the road. Not only is it essential that the...
If your vehicle has a model year after 1998, it likely has frontal airbags. These airbags may save your life in a catastrophic motor vehicle accident. In fact, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, frontal airbags reduce your fatality risk by almost...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, car accidents are especially dangerous for older adults. This age group has an elevated risk of involvement in a motor vehicle collision as well as a higher risk of serious injury or fatality if an accident...
After a personal injury, your doctor diagnosed you with a herniated disc. You want to get back to your routine as quickly as possible, but first, you must receive proper treatment for the harm you suffered because of another person's negligence. Mayo Clinic shares...
