Very hot water can cause scalds and burns. Most injuries and fatalities related to tap water scalds involve children under the age of five and senior citizens. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends lowering water heaters to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Lowering the water temperature prevents accidents, reduces energy usage, and saves money. Being […]
Is Your Infant Sleeping Safely?
If you’re a new parent or grandparent, you’re no stranger to exhaustion. The moments when the infant in your life is napping or sleeping soundly are more relaxed may seem like times when you can let your guard down a bit, but they can actually be incredibly dangerous if your baby’s sleeping environment is unsafe. […]
Nursing Home Neglect
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities provide safe and comfortable homes for millions of older Americans. However, due to an ever increasing demand, many of these facilities are overtaxed. Nearly 1 in 10 Americans ages 60 and over have suffered from some form of elder abuse. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse, elder […]
So, You’ve Been Offered a Settlement
If you or a loved one has suffered from a personal injury, you may find yourself receiving a settlement offer from the insurance company. This often happens when the insurer agrees that their customer was at fault for an accident and injuries that occurred because of that accident. It can be tempting to just accept […]
Large Truck Accidents
Many products are transported through the state of Indiana on the way to their final destinations. It’s common to see semis and other large trucks carrying cargo. Large trucks carrying heavy loads cannot stop as quickly or easily as your automobile. You’ve probably witnessed a semi trying to stop unexpectedly or seen the tar marks […]
