Slip-and-fall accidents are a common occurrence. Sadly, this is especially true when it comes to children. Falls can lead to serious injuries if proper precautions are not taken. Parents, kids and property owners need to review the risks. Children and falls These...
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Falls the leading cause of traumatic brain injury in older adults
Falls pose a significant risk to the health and well-being of older adults, with traumatic brain injury emerging as a leading consequence. As individuals age, their risk of experiencing a fall increases due to factors such as declining vision, muscle weakness and...
The vast majority of older adult hip fractures result from falls
As adults age, the risk of falls and their associated injuries increases significantly. Among the most serious injuries that older adults can suffer from falls are hip fractures. Hip fractures can have severe consequences, impacting an individual's mobility,...
When a fall down the stairs constitutes an emergency
Walking up and down stairs in a public place should lead you to your preferred destination, not to a hospital. However, a 2018 analysis published in The American Journal of Emergency Medicine found that just over one million individuals received treatment in emergency...
How can you mitigate fall risks on your pool deck this summer?
A summertime pool party can bring your neighborhood together and create some fond memories. However, you want to make sure your guests stay safe from a slip-and-fall accident on the deck. Taking precautions, as well as informing your guests of general safety rules,...
Who pays for injuries after a slip and fall on ice?
When someone slips and falls on the ice, they can suffer injuries that interrupt their lives. Their injuries may require medical treatment and they may miss work during recovery, causing financial strain and stress. Commercial property liability Commercial property...
Stair safety tips and injuries at work or in your home
It is a tall order to expect anyone to go for very long without using stairs anywhere. From workplaces to parking garages and just in your everyday routine at home, climbing stairs is a common occurrence. It also comes with an unspoken risk that, if severe enough, can...
Motel footage shows 5-year-old in swimming pool accident
Swimming pool accidents can range from mild slips to drownings that require emergency care to preserve life. When they happen, time is of the essence. After they happen, it is important to investigate the accident so that people may understand how to prevent similar...
Will you ever recover from a brainstem injury?
Slip-and-fall accidents continue to be alarmingly common in New Jersey and across the country. In fact, according to the National Floor Safety Institute, these accidents send more than a million Americans to the emergency room annually. Sadly, if you hit your head...
How business owners can prevent slips and falls
Slips and falls are a common cause of injury, and even death, especially for older individuals. There are numerous causes, especially in commercial settings. Business owners have a variety of responsibilities, and one is to maintain their businesses to prevent slips...