From trick-or-treating to pumpkin carving, Halloween is a fun time of year for kids. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has compiled a great list of Halloween safety tips. In this post, we’ll highlight some of the top ways to make sure your Halloween is a safe one. Costumes When selecting or creating a child’s […]
Are Electric Scooters a Personal Injury Risk?
Rentable electric scooters have become trendy in many cities across the United States in the past year. Recently they’ve been spotted in Indianapolis and Cincinnati. Bird, Lime, Scoot, and other companies offer easy electric scooter rental through their smartphone applications. Users can search for a nearby scooter, rent it, and ride it within minutes. These […]
Watch Out for These Children’s Safety Hazards
September is Baby Safety Month so it’s a good time to talk about some hidden hazards to look out for. Babies and toddlers are eager to explore the world, so it’s important to make sure that they can do so as safely as possible. After all, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports […]
New Federal Safety Standard for Booster Seats
Last month, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) approved a new federal safety standard for children’s booster seats, including those used at home and in restaurants. This standard does not apply to booster seats intended for use in vehicles. There were a total of 912 incidents related to booster seats reported to the CPSC […]
Open Water Swimming Safety
Does your family enjoy spending time at the river, pond, or lake? Are you planning a trip to the beach? Swimming in open water is much different than swimming in a pool. In fact, Safe Kids Worldwide recently released a research report called “Hidden Hazards: An Exploration of Open Water Drowning and Risks for Kids” […]
