How Do You Know If Your Dog Bite Is Infected?
Dog bites are the most common animal bites in the United States. Statistics show that averagely 85% of the total animal bites in the country are dog bites. Dogs are loving and friendly creatures but can be vicious when you disrupt their peace or sense of danger. Among those bitten, 65% are children. Children…
4 tips how to fix unsafe construction site practices
The construction industry has a reputation for danger—and rightly so. Construction workers spend time in hazardous environments on a daily basis. In the United States, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) oversees the federal safety requirements in the construction industry. According to its general information, the fatal injury rate is higher in construction than…
Who is responsible if a building collapses during an earthquake
California has its fair share of natural disasters, whether it is a tropical storm coming across the Pacific or an overwhelming wild fire. In Los Angeles, especially, catastrophes such as earthquakes are shockingly common; more than 600 were reported in 2015. In a few short minutes, your life can be completely upended – but could…
Is it illegal to drink while boating
We have all seen an episode of Cops where a blatantly intoxicated driver tries and fails to prove his or her sobriety – and we all know how consequential the decision to drink and drive is. And even though Los Angeles is on the beautiful Pacific, many people tend to underestimate the dangers and consequences of…
6 interesting facts spinal cord injuries didnt know
Spinal cord injuries are serious and complex, and there are many different factors within the muscular and nervous systems that may be affected. Each spinal cord injury is unique, affecting victims differently and for varying lengths of time. At best, a spinal cord injury may result in temporary back pain. At worst, it can…
5 Recent Six Flags Magic Mountain Accidents and Notable Injuries
Six Flags Magic Mountain is a fantastic place for people who love rollercoasters and other amusement park rides. Unfortunately, Six Flags parks also have a high rate of accidents and injuries. Some accidents happen because individuals do not listen to theme park staff guidelines and instructions. Others are the result of negligence on the…
Difference mild moderate severe brain injuries
Brain injuries often have lifelong health affects, ranging from memory issues to paralysis. The human brain controls the functions that keep you alive—breathing, eating, digesting food, and circulating blood. When a person suffers a traumatic brain injury, or “TBI” for short, it’s caused by sudden damage to the brain. This neurobiological damage can lead to…
What You Should And Should Not Say To A Workers’ Compensation Adjuster
When you sustain an injury while in your workplace, and you suspect that someone else is responsible for the damages and injuries, you have a right to claim for workers’ compensation. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to come out triumphant at the end of the journey. When you file a workers’ comp claim, your…
Causation Defenses to Premises Liability Claims Involving Alleged Exposure to COVID-19
COVID-19 has gripped the attention and concerns of the public at large. As grocery stores, meeting places and other properties have either opened or will open, the owners must wrestle with measures to prevent infections or outbreaks. A person injured on someone else’s property in Los Angeles can suffer at the hands of bacteria,…
Traffic Collisions are a Growing Concern for Pedestrians in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles, California area is one of the most dangerous cities for pedestrians. Over the past few years, this problem has only been worsening. Between 2012 and 2016, over 14,200 pedestrians were injured after being struck by motor vehicles and 439 died as a result. By 2015, the number of pedestrian deaths due…