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• Don't Drink and Drive

  Joe Stanley | October 30, 2007 10:37 AM | 0 Comments
  Category: Automobile Accidents

  A family that drinks together is not any safer when they drive. This story demonstrates what does happen. Don't drink and drive alone or with others.For more information on this subject, please refer to the section on Car and Motorcycle Accidents.

• Please Use Caution

  Joe Stanley | October 30, 2007 10:30 AM | 0 Comments
  Category: Automobile Accidents

  The recent pedestrian struck by a taxi has passed away.This is another example of what can happen in one careless moment.For more information on this subject, please refer to the section on Car and Motorcycle Accidents.

• Beware of Defective Products

  Joe Stanley | October 23, 2007 4:21 PM | 0 Comments
  Category: FDA & Prescription Drugs

  The recent recalls of Chinese products has generated a scare. As consumers in a global economy we all should be concerned with the many reports. of defective products. As citizens we should be concerned with our governments failure to protect us. Lawyers have over the years been the help of last resort for injured consumers. In a global economy seeking compensation from those responsible is a...

• What are we Legislating?

  Joe Stanley | October 23, 2007 4:17 PM | 0 Comments
  Category: Workplace Injuries

  A Louisiana town has passed an ordinance against baggy pants. With all the issues and concerns we have in our country should our elected representatives be spending time with that issue? Much legislation is need that can benefit our citizens we need to focus on those issues not nonsense.

• Medtronics recall

  Joe Stanley | October 17, 2007 3:32 PM | 0 Comments
  Category: Medical Malpractice

  The recent medtronics recall demonstrates the many issues that can arise in medical treatment. Errors by medical professionals can combine with equipment failures to cause serious harm. Always investigate any hardware that is being used in a medical procedure. An ounce of prevention is worth the pound of cure.For more information on this subject, please refer to the section on Drugs, Medical...

• Construction Site Falls

  Joe Stanley | October 17, 2007 12:11 PM | 0 Comments
  Category: Workplace Injuries

  As The weather worsens construction site become more dangerous. Ice ,water,mud, and snow can make work difficult. The owner of a work site must take reasonable precautions to make a job safe. If a dangerous condition exists make a record of your concerns. If you get hurt document the conditions and the cause of your fall. New York Law gives special protections to those hurt on a construction...

• Motorcycle and ATV Safety

  Joe Stanley | October 17, 2007 11:59 AM | 0 Comments
  Category: Automobile Accidents

  Wearing a helmet is good advice whenever you operate a motorcycle ,ATV, or bicycle. A recent accident shows what happens if you do not. The benefits of wearing safety equipment are always more obvious after the accident. Remember to be safe when you start out.For more information on this subject, please refer to the section on Car and Motorcycle Accidents.