Year: 2015

Many children are enjoying the freedom of summer this June. With kids out of school, it’s a good time to check around the house for anything that might affect their safety. June also marks the National Safety Council’s National Safety Month,…

You’ve done the research, visited several facilities and settled on the nursing home that you believe is the right fit for your loved one. But how do you make sure they are safe once they move into the facility? Some…

Falls happen to almost everyone at some point. While some falls are not a big deal, others can cause serious injuries or even death. Slips, trips and falls are a common cause of injuries and deaths in the workplace. Most are preventable…

Nursing home falls are all too common in South Carolina and across the country – and they are the cause of many of the most severe injuries seen among nursing home residents. How Common are Nursing Home Falls? The Centers…

Private industry employers reported more than 3 million workplace injuries and illnesses in a single recent year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. More than half of those injuries were serious enough to require days away from work, job restrictions or…

For teenagers and their parents, spring means a season of celebrations such as the prom, high school graduation, and other warm-weather events. Many of these occasions mean parties. And for some young people, that means drinking alcohol. Although the legal…

Getting into a car accident is a terribly stressful event. But there are some common mistakes you should avoid in order to protect your rights in the aftermath of a crash. Neglecting certain responsibilities could be costly. Listed below are seven of…

  Dogs can be furry, cute, and loyal companions. But dogs also bite about 4.5 million Americans each year, many of them young children. Dog bites can cause serious injuries, especially if the bite is near the face or neck.  …