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South Carolina Bicycle Accidents Are on the Rise
Bicycles have been around for more than a hundred years, yet they remain a very popular mode of transportation. With a renewed concern for a clean environment, many people use their bicycles instead of their cars. This is especially true in the hot summer months, when the weather is good. Unfortunately, with the increased use…
Read MoreDangerous Carnival Rides Cause Serious Injuries
Summer is a great time for families to get outside and enjoy some of the activities and festivals that are available. Carnivals and fairs offer a lot of various rides and attractions for children and adults alike. However, there are some concerns over the safety of the rides at some of these carnivals; it is…
Read MoreColumbia Birth Injuries – What to Do If Your Infant Is Hurt at Birth
The birth of your child is one of the happiest days in a parent’s life. You have been planning for at least nine months and you are full of expectations and joy. Yet this joy can turn to despair if your child suffers a serious birth injury. Most births go as anticipated, but a small…
Read MoreBurns and Fire Injuries
Burn injuries are some of the most serious and debilitating injuries that can occur. Not only are burn injuries painful, but they may result in some level of disfigurement. Burn injuries may include both internal and external damages. Burns can result from a number of different types of accidents. Burns are most commonly caused by…
Read MoreBedsores – A Sign of Nursing Home Neglect
When we drop off our loved ones at a nursing home we trust that they will receive the loving care and supervision that they need to thrive. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Poor care, lack of supervision, and understaffing can all lead to medical problems in the elderly. Many people consider bedsores to…
Read MorePedestrian Accidents Are On the Rise
Pedestrians should feel safe as they walk on the sidewalk and across the street; however, a recent report finds that pedestrian deaths and injuries are rising. The report, issued by the Governors Highway Safety Association, GHSA, indicates that pedestrian fatalities from auto accidents actually rose by 10 percent in 2015 over the previous year. The…
Read MoreSlip and Falls Are Common and Preventable
Slip and fall accidents happen every day. Whether shopping at a store or walking on a sidewalk, dangerous falls can cause serious injuries. Sometimes a fall just happens for no apparent reason. But other times a fall is actually caused by something someone else did or failed to do. Safe conditions must be provided by…
Read MoreDog Bite Injuries Are Often Serious
Dog bites are among the most painful injuries you can suffer. Yet dog bites are preventable. When a dog bites or scratches someone it usually happens because the owner is not in control of the animal. When a dog bite punctures the skin the injuries can be very serious. The wound requires special care and…
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