Drinking and driving is a simple enough act to understand, but things can become confusing when people use different acronyms such as DUI or OUI to refer to this act. You might wonder what the difference is, especially if you stand accused of this crime. DUI is...
Year: 2023
What are the statistics for medical malpractice in Massachusetts?
Each year, people across Massachusetts face pain, hardship and loss because of medical malpractice. Furthermore, medical malpractice is an expensive issue that contributes to healthcare costs. Understanding the statistics that describe the prevalence of medical...
4 factors that can contribute to bone nonunion
A slip-and-fall accident can lead to a fracture of one or more of your bones. Bone fractures can range in severity, but mild-to-moderate fractures often heal completely with conservative treatment, a process that can take several weeks to several months. A bone...
How can dog bites kill?
Suffering from a dog bite could have several negative outcomes. Bacterial infection is one potential outcome that people often do not consider. However, infection may actually end up as the most critical potential effect of a bite that anyone could have to deal with....
Do backup cameras really help to prevent accidents?
Smart technology becomes more and more ubiquitous in new car models with each passing year. These advancements aim to make driving easier, more convenient and overall safer, but one particular feature that tends to top the wishlist for car shoppers is the backup...
5 most common reasons for construction accident injuries in MA
Construction accidents are common in Massachusetts, which is not surprising considering the size of the construction industry in the state. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 127,940 construction-related jobs in Massachusetts in 2021. What...
How does brain trauma manifest?
After taking a blow to the head, you will likely have to deal with some form of head injury or brain trauma in the aftermath. How does brain trauma tend to manifest depending on the type of injury you received? Mild brain trauma symptoms Mayo Clinic discusses brain...
How can walking on scaffolds lead to serious injuries?
When in a construction zone, workers will likely face a variety of hazards where they can potentially fall. Back and neck injuries may happen when you trip on scaffolds since these elevated platforms are several feet above the ground. Examining how scaffolds and your...
Understanding how alcohol affects driving abilities
Drivers need to understand the various ways in which a traffic accident could occur. From bad weather to the use of electronic devices behind the wheel, serious collisions happen for many reasons. Unfortunately, intoxicated driving accounts for many deaths and...
How serious is a broken collarbone?
Like everyone else, you have two collarbones that extend from the center of your chest to each of your shoulders. The external location of your collarbones makes them exceedingly vulnerable to breaks during car crashes, slip-and-fall accidents and even animal attacks....