Dogs are individuals and you can not rely on breed alone to predict the risk that a dog will bite. However, some breeds of dogs are more prone to biting and cause more damage with their bites. A recent study found that in cases where researchers knew the breed of a...
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What is an attractive nuisance?
The phrase “attractive nuisance” may sound like an oxymoron. After all, it pairs a positive-sounding adjective with a negative noun. Even though the term itself is a little bit strange, it actually is a very adept way to describe what it is. An attractive nuisance is...
Reviewing factors in recent Six Flags accidents
A trip to Six Flags Great Adventure is a summer tradition for many New Jersey families. This year, a series of accidents has many concerned about the park's safety records. Review the current reports about these incidents and take steps to avoid hazards if you plan to...
Amusement park ride accidents and injuries: 3 Things to know
When the weather warms up and the school year ends, many families look forward to taking time off to enjoy vacationing at one of the numerous amusement parks around New Jersey and across the United States. As fun as these places can be, there are also times when the...
Poolside precautions at home and abroad
As the summer continues and more facilities reopen, it is no wonder that families are getting some much-needed sun and fun. But that means that parents, pool facility owners and homeowners with their own pools need to brush up on potential injuries and ways to prevent...
What is the most common pediatric injury in auto accidents?
Car accidents are especially dangerous for children, and for teens, it is one of the top risks they have once they begin being more independent. According to Healio, the biggest risk for those under the age of 18 in a car accident is spinal injuries. These are the...
Your workers’ compensation claim and the “going and coming” rule
As you are driving to work, you become the victim of a rear-end collision and sustain a whiplash injury. You intend to file a workers’ compensation claim believing your injury is work-related. But is it? This incident may fall under the “going and coming” rule. What...
What should I know about recreational water illnesses?
Swimming pool safety should be foremost on your mind when you go to a pool for a fun swim in the hot sun. But individuals who own pools have their responsibilities as well, and not just to keep their pools safe from drowning hazards or other avoidable accidents. The...
3 examples of severe emotional trauma after a dog bite
Many people are familiar with the devastating physical effects of dog bites but there is a debilitating emotional effect that is just as harmful. Understandably, victims of dog attacks heal from the physical damage of the attack without addressing any of the mental...
What does a capnocytophaga infection look like?
If you have suffered from a dog bite attack, you might initially focus on the wrong dangers. After all, many people know the risks of rabies. But not as many understand the true risk: that of bacterial infection. Capnocytophaga infection is just one of many infections...