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Most people use elevators and escalators without a second thought, whether in office buildings, malls, hotels, or apartment complexes. But when these systems malfunction, they can cause serious and unexpected injuries. Sudden stops, electrical failures, faulty doors, or mechanical breakdowns can… Read more
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Helmets and protective gear are designed to keep us safe. Whether riding a motorcycle, biking through the neighborhood, or suiting up for a contact sport, you rely on that gear to absorb impact and reduce the risk of serious injury. But the results can be catastrophic when safety equipment fails to… Read more
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Most of us use household appliances without a second thought. Whether it’s reheating dinner in the microwave, doing laundry, or cooking on the stovetop, these machines are essential to modern life. But the consequences can be serious when something goes wrong, a malfunction, a defect, or a hidden… Read more
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Industrial and construction sites rely heavily on specialized equipment to complete demanding tasks, scaffolding and forklifts being two of the most common tools on any job site. While these machines and structures are vital for productivity and efficiency, they also present significant risks when… Read more
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Dealing with the passing of a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences you may have to endure. When navigating these difficult times, you trust that those around you are taking care to ensure the corpse of your lost loved one is in the hands of those who will treat them with the utmost… Read more
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The following product recalls have been announced this week—make sure you’re in the know. 2016–2023 Mazda MX-5 MiataMazda is recalling more than 77,000 model year 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles due to a risk of airbag injury. The airbags may deploy with more force than expected during a… Read more
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The sudden thrashing of a car accident can exacerbate existing injuries and cause old ones to flare up painfully. Many assume that this disqualifies them from seeking compensation for their suffering, but victims who walk away from the scene of an accident they didn’t cause are still eligible for… Read more
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On Friday, February 3, 2023, a primary hospital system in northern Florida informed staff that they would be diverting some emergency room patients as well as canceling all nonessential surgeries after the hospital's system experienced a security problem with their information technology. … Read more
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Three residents and a firefighter were injured in a fire that destroyed a two-story duplex in Washington, D.C., in the early hours of Jan. 5, WTOP reported. One victim’s injuries were potentially life-threatening, according to D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services spokesperson Vito Maggiolo. Two… Read more
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The Florida Supreme Court has once again struck down an aspect of the state’s workers’ compensation laws as unconstitutional, the second time in less than two months. The first ruling lifted the cap on attorneys fees, which led the insurance industry to propose rate hikes to workers’ compensation… Read more
