Serious accidents affect not only the individual, but the loved ones who are an integral part of their lives. Many times, people are injured while working or because of a serious car accident. In some cases, it is important that loved ones and victims speak out.Not...
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Drunk walking carries dangers of its own
It is common knowledge that driving while intoxicated is both extremely dangerous and a serious crime. A DUI can cost you your license, freedom and a good chunk of your bank account. What may be surprising is that walking while intoxicated can also be a serious risk...
Potty training seat recall and lawsuit for Target corporation
Children are at a high risk for serious injuries whenever a children’s manufacturer releases a defective product. No parent wants to ever see their child suffer at the hands of a toy or item they bought specifically for their child’s use. Safety testing and evaluation...
Outside workers: know the risk of heat exhaustion
Alabama residents are used to the high heat by now. In the summer, temperatures hover around ninety degrees and can soar to nearly a hundred degrees every so often.With hot conditions, occupational heat exposure may spike. Workers and employers need to be aware of the...
Reduce the chances of a ruined road trip
There’s nothing like being out on the open road with friends or family. Road trips are practically a young adult’s rite of passage in America. Summer is the perfect time to see new sights and bond with each other.However, it’s not enough to hop in the car and drive....
Feeling patriotic? Drunk driving crashes rise on the 4th
Independence Day is coming up soon as Birmingham residents plan vacations, parties and other festivities. Many families and friends will also celebrate their freedom to drink alcohol as part of the holiday.Between beer at the barbeque and cocktails beneath the...
In Alabama hospitals, patient consent must come first
Medical procedures may be invasive, but medical providers never should be. There is a vital difference between getting the medical care you want and need versus the medical care your doctor believes you should have. The doctor doesn’t always know best.In fact, medical...
FDA adds warning to teething products
Teething is a painful process that is difficult for children and parents alike. Using a gel that goes on a child’s gums seems like an easy solution. However, we are learning more about the potential dangers of these products.Last week, the U.S. Food and Drug...
Construction workers deserve safety and protective measures
In May, OSHA fined Alabama company All Power Construction Corp for the death of a temporary worker who was installing sewer lines. When the trench he was working in collapsed, he suffered fatal injuries.This incident should have been prevented by having proper safety...
Summer vacation is a treacherous time for teen drivers
You have watched your child grow from a completely dependent infant into the adventurous teen they are today. Now, they are ready to take on the world. You, however, still have some lingering apprehension.The newfound freedom of a driver’s license might not make it...