Construction Accidents Are Common
One of the largest industries in the country is the construction industry. There are thousands of workers who risk their lives daily to build our nations roadways, office buildings and housing developments. Construction is a dangerous profession and hundreds of accidents occur each year. The most common causes of injury and death on construction sites...
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McCormick’s Ground Oregano Recalled Due To Salmonella
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the popular spice producer McCormick has voluntarily recalled its McCormick Ground Oregano due to a possible salmonella contamination. Check your spice racks and be sure to remove the following product: McCormick Ground Oregano, 0.75oz bottle UPC 0-523561-6 with code dates BEST BY AUG 21 16 H and...
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Use Child Safety Seats, Protect Your Children
According to statistics provided by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death among children in the United States. Often, these injuries are avoidable, specifically if child safety seat laws are followed. The Yost Legal Group promotes child safety initiatives across the state of...
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Distracted Driving Accidents Are Avoidable
Crash! A motor vehicle accident can occur in an instant. One minute you are driving down the road, minutes from your final destination, and then out of nowhere, you are sideswiped by another car. As it turns out, the other driver was checking her hair in the mirror and took her eyes off the road...
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Labor Drug Pitocin Can Cause Birth Injury
It should be the happiest day in an expectant mother’s life. She has waited nine months and now it is time to meet her new baby boy or girl. However, sometimes, labor can be difficult and doctors choose to use labor enhancing drugs in order to hurry the delivery. The next thing you know, the...
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Birth Injuries Alarmingly High in U.S.
While our country boasts some of the best hospitals and doctors in the world, the U.S. has a surprisingly high infant mortality rate, ranking 180th in the world for infant deaths. Thousands of babies do not survive the birthing process and even more experience defect or deformity at birth. A birth injury is defined as...
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Road Rage Incidents Can Lead to Deadly Results
Most car, truck and motorcycle accidents are just that, accidents. However, sometimes it is the deliberate actions of irresponsible drivers that cause such collisions. Drivers on Baltimore highways and bypasses should be familiar with the term “road rage,” as it is to blame for many unnecessary and avoidable crashes. There are multiple signs of road...
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Be Careful Swimming This Summer – Pool Safety Is Important
Last week, a man tragically lost his life when he drowned at the Maryland Beaver Dam Swimming Club. Unfortunately, this is a common event during the heat of the summer months, when men, women and children flock to pools and water parks to cool off. It is important to follow all safety regulations when swimming...
CONTINUE READINGStryker Rejuvenate and ABG II Modular Hip System Recall
Thousands of Americans receive hip replacements every year due to sports injuries, falls, aging and a host of other reasons. The goal of a hip replacement surgery is to return to your active lifestyle as quickly as possible. There are many different hip replacement medical devices on the market, from plastic implants to metal on...
CONTINUE READINGTractor Trailer Awareness Protects Drivers
A Howard County, Maryland resident was critically injured last week when his passenger vehicle collided with a tractor trailer on Interstate-70. Unfortunately, tractor trailer accidents are not uncommon on our roadways. For instance, did you know according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) there has been a 20% increase in trucking accidents over...
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