Beach Umbrella and Outdoor Canopy Injuries: An Overlooked Summer-Time Danger
Every summer, millions of Americans retreat to the shade of a beach umbrella, patio umbrella, or pop-up canopy as they relax at the shore, enjoy backyard barbecues and other outdoor meals, and lounge poolside at home or while vacationing at hotels and resorts. Unfortunately, most remain completely unaware that these popular summer implements can pose […]
Managed Health Care Insurers Deny Patients
Attorney Jeff Killino and his law firm have found that a number of Managed Health Care Insurers deny valid claims because the treatment is “experimental” or “investigational” or “not medically necessary”. Denying treatment is one way that the Managed Health Care Industry makes a lot of money. Of the 73 million Americans on Medicaid, almost […]
Child Washing Machine Injuries – Lock Your Washing Machine
Toddlers trapped in front loading washing machines have made headlines recently. A Florida toddler playing with his sibling was trapped in a front-loading washer–he was pronounced dead at the hospital. Two months earlier, a two-year-old in China climbed into a washer for fun but she got stuck in the drum and her parents were unable […]
The Rise – and Crash – of Electric Scooters
Since late 2017, when electric scooters started zipping around city streets and pavements, at least eight people in the U.S. have died and about 1,500 people injured while using a rentable e-scooter. While these little, dockless vehicles are convenient and a possible answer to vehicle-related injuries, traffic congestion and air pollution they also bring safety […]
Defective Products Are Causing More ATV and ROV or Utility Vehicle Recalls – And Injuries
People who ride an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and Recreational Off-Highway vehicle (ROV) enjoy the thrill and exhilaration of off-road adventure, but far too often these vehicles cause serious injuries and even death. Many ATV and ROV accidents maybe in part be due to driver error, but a defective auto part is far too often involved—and […]
Full-Face Snorkel Mask Drownings
For decades, drowning has been the leading cause of death for tourists in Hawaii — far greater than the national average and many more tourists than residents drown. Snorkeling is the most common cause of injury-related death in the islands, but there’s an alarming increase in snorkeling-related deaths: only 19 people drowned while snorkeling between […]
Injuries Resulting From Porch & Deck Collapse
Deck Collapse is a greater problem than many people are aware of. Ever year, more than 6,000 people suffer serious injuries, life long disabilities and even death from a balcony, deck collapse or deck failure. Even though building requirements and codes have become more stringent over the years, millions of decks that were built decades […]
Fireworks This Season: Why Safety Comes First
It’s that time of year – when the night sky lights up with explosions of fireworks. Unfortunately, it’s also a busy time for emergency rooms and hand surgeons treating fireworks injuries, from small burns to huge blasts. Senator Kay Kirkpatrick, a former hand surgeon, told the Marietta Daily Journal yesterday that she spent many nights […]
Pam Spray Exploding, According to Lawsuits
Conagra, the giant American packaged food company and PAM Cooking Spray manufacturer, says that Pam is “100 percent safe and effective” but at least eight victims claim otherwise. Pam Spray Lawsuits The plaintiffs who filed lawsuits against Conagra claim that exploding cans of cooking spray sold under the brand names Pam, Wellsley Farms and Sysco, […]
How to Recover Damages for Injuries Sustained while You Are Traveling
Tourists and business travelers may sustain injuries in any number of ways while vacationing in or visiting another state. From slips and falls to car crashes to amusement park accidents, travelers are vulnerable to being hurt in unfamiliar places or when distracted by sightseeing or other vacation or business activities. Being injured while far from […]
