In the realm of occupational safety, certain industries tend to be more hazardous than others. Due to the nature of the work involved, some professionals are inherently more dangerous than others. If you live in Massachusetts and are considering your career options or...
Personal Injury
Understanding product liability claims against Zantac
A popular over-the-counter medication, Zantac has come under scrutiny due to its potential link to serious health concerns. Consumers have been raising concerns and initiating product liability claims against the manufacturers of this drug. The heart of the issue lies...
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....
Think twice before taking the initial settlement after an injury
You make payments every month on your insurance policy so that you can have a certain peace of mind even when a devastating injury occurs. After an accident, you should be able to expect that you will receive the compensation you deserve from your insurance provider...
Is there a link between CPAP use and cancer?
A CPAP machine is a device that helps people who have sleep apnea. It will prevent issues that occur when the person stops breathing while asleep. While this device is incredibly helpful and saves lives, there are new concerns that it could lead to cancer with...
How important are x-rays to personal injury cases?
When dealing with a personal injury case, x-rays are a diagnostic tool that could determine the extent of an individual’s injuries. In the aftermath of a car accident, slip and fall or other traumatic event, x-rays are a precautionary measure to uncover potential...
What are some signs of a spinal cord injury?
After an accident, you may not realize right away that you experienced spinal cord trauma. You may continue going about your everyday life and only notice symptoms as time goes on. Learning about the most common of these signs can help you realize what is wrong. Lung...
You signed a waiver: Do you have the right to sue?
You have likely signed many waivers or release forms at places like water parks, amusement parks or gyms over the years. These documents state that you acknowledge the risks associated with your chosen activities at a business location. If you sustain injuries at an...
Ladder safety and recovering from an accident
If you work in construction, you likely have to use ladders, and some workers use ladders on a daily basis. Falls account for many of the construction accidents that occur each year and it is vital to go over precautionary measures to prevent a fall. If you recently...
What everyone should know about basilar skull fractures
A slip-and-fall accident can result in severe injuries. However, the types of injuries that are most likely depend on factors such as the force and direction of the fall. For example, a backward fall may be more likely to result in a fracture of the base of the skull....