Back injuries can happen for many reasons. In particular, slip and fall incidents send many people to the emergency room every year and do even more damage than most people know. What type of back injuries commonly occur because of slip and fall incidents? What should...
Each year, teenage driver-involved car crashes increase across Maryland and the rest of the United States during a period known as summer’s 100 Deadliest Days. The name refers to the stretch of time that occurs between Memorial Day and Labor Day when most high school...
When you shop in a place of business in Maryland, you do not expect to suffer a fall onto a hard floor. Unfortunately, due to the negligence of a business owner or manager, sometimes a customer slips and falls. Experiencing a sudden drop to the ground may result in a...
Putting your loved one in a nursing home can alleviate some of your responsibilities. A good facility will provide high-quality care, customized assistance and opportunities for socializing. However, sometimes hazards can put your family member at risk of a severe...
A slip and fall refer to when an individual receives injuries from slipping and falling on someone else's property. Although the prevention of all falls is not always possible, business owners do have a responsibility to minimize hazards in both the interior and...
For most families, deciding to transition a loved one to a nursing home is not a simple decision. Like many others, you have probably spent hours comparing options, visiting facilities and helping your family member prepare for the adjustment. Suspecting that a person...
If you visit your loved one at their nursing facility and notice what appears to be blisters on their body, pay close attention. In reality, you may actually be looking at pressure ulcers, also called bedsores. You can often find these sores at the joints, back, hips...
On the road, you could become seriously hurt if you encounter another driver who is traveling too fast. Sadly, some drivers have little regard for traffic safety laws and responsible behavior. Moreover, even those who generally drive safely speed from time to time,...
The bacteria staphylococcus aureus, or staph, causes "staph infections" and other forms of very damaging, contagious infections. Unfortunately, some strains of staph have developed antibiotic resistance over the years, too, making it hard to treat. This includes MRSA....
As a motorcyclist, you need to review the various risks you face on the road, especially since motorcyclists involved in traffic accidents have a higher chance of losing their lives or sustaining serious injuries when compared to those riding in passenger vehicles....
