March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, and the theme for 2021-2023 is #MoreThanMyBrainInjury. The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) states that there are more than 5.3 million individuals in the United States who are living with a permanent brain injury-related disability. This means that one in every 60 people is affected by a brain […]
Prevent Holiday Injuries This Season
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has compiled advice for keeping everyone safe and preventing holiday injuries this season. From holiday cooking and decoration to the toys under the Christmas tree, safety issues can cause serious injuries. Holiday Injuries in the Kitchen Cooking is the top cause of residential fires. An average of 1,700 […]
Agriculture Safety: Prevent Farming Injuries
Farmers are at high risk for fatal and nonfatal injuries. Due to the nature of the work, family members who often share in the work and live on the property are also at risk for farming injuries. Farm work often involves heavy equipment, unpredictable weather, and other risk factors. Injuries are common. Each day about […]
Social Media and Your Personal Injury Case
Social media has become a prevalent part of our online activities. Did you know that approximately 3.6 million people use social media worldwide? What’s more, this number is only projected to increase. Since Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, Pinterest, and other platforms have grown in popularity, many individuals have taken to sharing glimpses of […]
Dog Bites and Animal Attacks in Indiana
Dog-related injuries are particularly common during summer months. It can be tempting to bring dogs to outdoor events, but dogs can become nervous and anxious around crowds and noise. This stress can result in dog bites and other animal attacks. Each year, there are approximately 5 million dog bite victims in the US; about half […]