Damage to the spinal cord can result in dramatic life-altering consequences. Some injuries result in varying forms of paralysis from which there is no chance of recovery. However, other spinal cord injuries can be less severe in nature, and regaining some independence...
Massachusetts Personal Injury And Workers’ Compensation Blog
A strong site-specific safety plan might protect your safety
If you are a construction worker in Massachusetts, you will likely rely on your employer to provide a safe work environment that is free of known safety hazards. Although this is what the Occupational Safety and Health Administration expects from employers, ensuring...
Can worn out tires make you crash?
If you have been conflicted about whether or not you should invest in some new tires for your vehicle, you may be wondering just how much more use you can get out of your current set. The truth is, when you are driving in Massachusetts, a dependable and safe set...
The Cost Of Construction Accidents For Massachusetts Workers
In February WPRI reported that a construction worker in Swansea needed emergency assistance after a dock collapsed on top of him. The man, who was taken to a nearby hospital, was apparently in the process of building the structure and the cause of the accident, as...
Teens At Greater Risk For Distracted Driving
In Massachusetts and across the nation, distracted driving has received increasing attention as the general population becomes more aware of its dangers. This is a good thing, as according to the Department of Transportation, distracted driving killed over 3,000...
Study: Distractions During Surgery Increase Risk Of Surgical Errors
Surgery can be a stressful experience even if undergoing a routine procedure. It requires the patent to put their trust in the surgeon to do all they can to avoid surgical errors. As a mistake can make the difference between life and death, it seems reasonable that...
Physicians And Midwives Disagree On Safety Of Birthing Tubs
The use of birthing tubs during the labor and delivery process has grown in popularity throughout the United States. Proponents of the practice say it is a safe way to reduce labor pain without the use of medications, but physicians are now pushing back on these...
More Stringent Reporting Mandates For Workplace Injuries On The Horizon
A new OSHA rule aims to heighten transparency for work-related injuries. The agency has changed employer reporting requirements for workplace accidents.A new OSHA rule aims to heighten transparency for work-related injuries. The agency, responsible for setting and...
More Older Drivers Distracted Behind The Wheel
Over the past decade, most drivers have come to recognize the significant dangers posed by distracted driving. Indeed, no matter whether someone is using his cell phone, adjusting his GPS device or chatting with passengers while behind the wheel, any activity that...
Massachusetts Dog Bites Can Have An Impact For Years
Dog bites can cause lasting physical and psychological scars. A dog bite can literally be a life-changing event. Until you've been the victim of a vicious attack from a dog, you don't realize understand the complex physical and mental cost you will pay for years to...
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