Construction workers face specific hazards as they do their job duties. It’s up to their employers to ensure that there are appropriate safety measures in place to reduce the risk of these hazards. There are some hazards that are more common than others. These also...
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What is psychiatric malpractice?
People typically don’t associate medical malpractice with psychiatry. Many don’t even realize that it’s possible to file a malpractice suit against a psychiatrist. However, psychiatrists are doctors, and they can wield considerable power over people – many of whom...
Is your surgeon too old to operate?
It can be reassuring for some patients to have a doctor who’s got some grey hair and wrinkles – at least more reassuring than having one who looks young enough to be your grandchild. Many practicing physicians, like people in nearly every line of work these days, are...
2 types of car accident injuries that can lead to chest pain
Car accident injuries come in a variety of forms. While injuries like cuts and bruises tend to be clearly visible, more devastating ones like pulmonary contusions and rib fractures may take days to reveal. This underpins the importance of seeing a doctor as soon as...
Who picks your workers’ compensation doctor in New Jersey?
When you’re injured at work and hurting, you need to obtain medical treatment as quickly as possible – preferably from someone you trust. In New Jersey, however, your employer holds most of the cards when it comes to selecting your care under workers’ compensation....
Two reasons you may forget a car accident’s details
There are many cases where people who are involved in a serious car accident have little memory of the accident itself. In some instances, they say that they can’t remember what happened at all. One moment they were driving along, listening to music and simply trying...
Safety tips when using a ladder
Whether you’re a builder or an electrician, some jobs that you’re tasked with are going to need to be done at a height. Ladders give you access to places that would otherwise be tricky to reach. Despite their uses, ladders also have the potential to be dangerous, and...
Do people ever recover after car crash spinal cord injuries?
The speed at which motor vehicles travel and the weight of those vehicles make collisions incredibly dangerous events. Although some collisions only cause property damage, they can also be fatal for the people involved. Occasionally, motor vehicle collisions result in...
Did a car accident cause a traumatic brain injury?
If you've been in a car accident, there's a chance you may have suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBIs are serious injuries that can cause long-term damage, so it's essential to know the signs and symptoms and get treatment as soon as possible. What symptoms...
Keeping your loved ones safe from nursing home abuse
Having your loved one cared for and protected may be the best thing for their health, which is why they’re in long-term nursing care. However, you may not just want to know their health is maintained but that they are treated like they’re still human – which doesn’t...