All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and other off road vehicles, can be fun and useful for farm work, household chores, and more. However, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that it’s important to learn how to ride these vehicles safely. Recent data shows that there are more than 700 fatalities and 100,000 injuries each year […]
Prevent Vacation Injuries
Like most Americans, you probably spend months saving up for and dreaming about your next vacation. After all, vacation gives us a chance to relax, explore, and spend quality time with the people we love. No one goes on vacation expecting to have a less than positive experience, but for the thousands of individuals who […]
Lawn Mower Injuries
This time of year it seems like lawn maintenance just never ends. Mowing the lawn is a common chore for adolescents, but lawn mowers are machines that can be very dangerous if used improperly. The moving blades or engine of a lawn mower can cause a number of injuries, ranging from broken bones to burns […]
Motorcycle Injuries
Motorcycle accidents can cause serious injuries. In fact, statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicate that motorcyclists are 35 times more like to receive a fatal injury in an accident than a person in a passenger vehicle. Motorcyclists are also 8 times more likely to suffer from traumatic injuries. Common Motorcycle Injuries Broken/fractured […]
Birth Injuries
Bringing a baby into the world is an exciting time for parents, and thanks to advances in childbirth techniques, most deliveries are relatively stress-free compared to the experiences of our ancestors. However, even with medical advancements, complications can occur during pregnancy and/or delivery, possibly causing injury to the infant. Birth injuries are harm that occurs […]
