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Several federal agencies created a national definition states can use to report severe injuries. They made it per the 4th edition of the Model Minimum Uniform Crash Criteria's Suspected Serious Injury requirements. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions...
Winter is here, and pedestrians have an increased risk of slipping on ice. According to the National Floor Safety Institute, falls are the leading cause of emergency room visits in the US. Unfortunately, proving a slip-and-fall case is not always easy. To demonstrate...
Social media is a massive part of modern daily life and culture. When any major event happens in your life, you may feel compelled to share it with your circle by making a post on Facebook, Twitter or TikTok. You have the right to make statements about your...
As the heat of summer fades, you get to enjoy the cool autumn air and beautiful foliage found in New York State. That cooler weather also comes with new risks for a potential slip-and-fall accident. According to the National Safety Council, 42,114 people died due to...
Construction sites can be dangerous, and as a construction worker, you face unique risks of injury. Potentially debilitating accidents, such as falls, electrocutions, and burns, are common on construction sites, especially when proper safety features are not in place....
A workplace accident can suddenly change your daily life on a short or even long-term basis. The injuries you incur can affect your ability to return to work and perform normal daily tasks. The workers’ compensation system can provide benefits to help you recover from...
Both the warmer and colder months bring ample opportunity for enjoying the refreshing spray of open waters from in the waters themselves, along the shores and on the decks of boats. However, an increase in people making recreational use of lakes also means an increase...
If you are a construction worker, you know how complicated the job site can be. You likely work with employees and managers from several different companies, and you might also work with different types of heavy equipment. If you experience an injury on the job, you...
Collisions with semi-trucks often cause devastating injuries and death due to their massive size and weight. While all drivers owe a duty to each other to drive as safely as possible, there are steps all drivers should take when driving near semi-trucks to help avoid...
If you are in a motor vehicle wreck with a tractor-trailer, chances are you or someone else affected sustained injuries. In fact, according to statistics, 74% of fatal vehicle accidents involve a large truck. You may not know who is responsible for crashes involving...