Playgrounds might be the perfect place to get in some physical activity before dinner or socialize with peers, but they can also be dangerous. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 200,000 children visit emergency departments for injuries sustained on playground equipment every year. Continue Reading
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How Can Commercial Drivers Stay Alert When Behind the Wheel?
Individuals who work in any industry can experience fatigue while on the job. Fatigue is more than just feeling tired; it is the result of excessive exertion, either physical or mental, that ultimately impairs performance. Continue Reading
What Are the Major Differences Between Filing an Insurance Claim and Bringing a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
If you sustain serious injuries in a crash with a reckless driver in Mississippi, you can have peace of mind knowing the liable motorist is obligated to cover the damages. When it comes to awarding compensation following motor vehicle collisions, Mississippi operates under a tort system. Continue Reading
What Should You Do If You Get Hurt on the Job?
It goes without saying that some industries are far more dangerous than others, but at the end of the day, anyone can get hurt on the job. Even office workers can develop occupational diseases like carpal tunnel syndrome or strain their back when picking up a ream of copier paper. Continue Reading
5 Tips to Help You Avoid Accidents over Thanksgiving
Many working Americans get a four-day weekend on Thanksgiving, which makes it the perfect time of year to visit loved ones. In fact, you have probably heard the oft-quoted statistic that the day before Thanksgiving is the busiest travel day of the year. Continue Reading
4 Members of a Family Die in Tragic Head-on Collision
The Clarion-Ledger reports on a tragic head-on collision that resulted in the death of four people who were all part of the same family, including a toddler and an infant. The accident occurred on Highway 21 in Kemper County on a Monday evening late last month, when a Dodge Ram pickup truck heading north crossed over the centerline and careened Continue Reading
