After a fun summer, we enjoy one last hurrah in the form of Labor Day weekend. While there are so many fun things to partake in, it is most important that we do not disregard safety. Here are some safety tips for an enjoyable Labor Day Weekend. Fireworks Fireworks on Labor Day Weekend are practically …
National massage franchise Massage Envy has recently been named one of the “Dirty Dozen” by the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE). The list exposes those companies that are liable for, or have in some way contributed to, sexual exploitation. Established in 1962, NCOSE is a non-profit organization that seeks to expose links between all …
A Seattle woman walking her Great Dane claims she and her pet were attacked by three dogs owned by a homeless woman living in a parked RV. An article on the story appears here. When Leslie Shelton attempted to walk her dog near the area of Sixth Avenue South and South Snoqualmie Street in Seattle, …
Losing a loved one is always painful. But when that loss happens in a military hospital—and the family can’t even sue—it adds a new layer of frustration and injustice. That’s precisely what happened in the case of Navy Lieutenant Rebekah Daniel, whose wrongful death became a national example of how current laws limit legal rights …
Summer in Tulsa means more time outside—and more time near water. Whether it’s a family trip to the lake, a pool party, or a day out on the boat, water can be fun but also dangerous. Sadly, drowning is one of the top causes of accidental death among children in the U.S. The good news …
In the construction industry, safety should always come first. Yet, falls remain one of the most common and deadly risks on job sites across the United States. For construction workers in Tulsa and beyond, these Accidents might result in permanent incapacity, severe injury, or even death. Most of these incidents are preventable with proper planning, …
Every year thousands of Americans experience a spinal cord injury. These injuries are devastating and can cause both physical and emotional distress. And the cost of care for a spinal cord related injury is very expensive. Approximately 12,000 new cases of spinal cord injury occur each year, not including those who die due to a …
When you go into a medical procedure, you want to be assured that all medical products being used are safe and have been thoroughly evaluated for any defects. Going into a surgery is a traumatic experience- the ambiguity, fear and the recovery period are all factors that leave patients worried. Unfortunately, every year there are …
Football is a wonderful sport that is loved by many, but it is also a dangerous sport that causes severe concussions, brain trauma and in some cases death. With tackles, direct collisions and serious aggression, the chances of head and back injury in the game and even during practice are serious. A recent study conducted …
Each year, the first week of November is recognized as Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, a time to raise awareness about one of the most overlooked dangers on the road: driving while fatigued. While many drivers take steps to avoid texting or drinking and driving, far fewer think about the risks of getting behind the wheel …
