Property owners and operators can sometimes be held legally responsible for injuries that occur due to unsafe conditions on their property. This is known as premise liability. Injury cases related to premise liability can happen in a variety of locations, indoors and outdoors. Slip and fall accidents commonly lead to premise liability injuries, but other […]
What You Should Know About Smoke Inhalation Injuries
Smoke inhalation injuries are potentially life-threatening and can lead to chronic conditions. Most fire-related inhalation injuries in the US are the result of single home fires. Types of Smoke Inhalation Injuries According to Pulmonary Advisor, there are three types of smoke inhalation injuries caused by exposure to smoke in a burning environment: Direct injury to […]
Common Construction Injuries and Prevention
Construction workers have one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States. There is a serious risk of construction-related work injuries, so it’s important to be informed about the most common injuries and how to avoid them. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 5,333 workers lost their lives on the job […]
Helmets Reduce Risk of Head Injury
A CDC report found that adult bicycle-related deaths increased between 2009-2018. In addition, nearly 597,000 bicycle-related traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) were treated in US emergency departments during that same period, with males three times more likely to find themselves in the hospital. Reduce Your Injury Risk Wearing helmets can reduce your risk of head injury, […]
Prevent Workplace Safety Incidents Before They Start
June is National Safety Month, and this year is extra special because it is the 25th anniversary of the event. The annual awareness observance is a reminder of the importance of safe practices. The National Safety Council reports that workplace injury deaths in the US are on the rise, with the highest number reported since […]
