Warm Weather Slip and Fall Risks

With the return of the warm weather, people are gravitating outdoors to walk, run, visit the playground or park, garden, and generally relax.  Warm weather also entices people to become more active, whether it is spring cleaning the house or shopping for summer supplies.  Unfortunately, all the increased activity also increases the risk of injury…

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Escalator and Elevator Injuries

Escalators and elevators are common in offices, apartment buildings, malls and other public venues. These transportation devices usually run smoothly. But when they do not, serious injuries can occur. According to a 2013 report by the Center for Construction Research and Training (CCRT), in cooperation with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH),…

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NJ Transit Escalator Reversal in Secaucus Injures Three Individuals

An escalator reversed direction at the NJ Transit Secaucus Junction station in Secaucus, New Jersey, causing personal injuries for three individuals. The incident occurred on Tuesday morning, around 8:15 am, when the escalator located near the G and H tracks malfunctioned and changed direction. Although two individuals rejected medical treatment, the third was hospitalized at…

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Trampoline Accidents

Trampolines are a favorite activity of children, teens, and adults, and can be found in the backyards of many families across America. They are also notoriously dangerous and can cause serious permanent injury if the person jumping lands wrong. Other injuries occur when people fall off the trampoline or land on the springs or frame.…

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Hotel Accidents Liability

Summer is high season for vacations and hotel stays. Although most hotels are well managed and inspected regularly, even the best hotels are susceptible to safety lapses that lead to accidents. Unfortunately for some guests, the most memorable part about their holiday is the injuries they received from a hotel accident. Hotels have many areas…

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Ferris Wheel Accidents

A recent Ferris wheel accident in Washington State has put the spotlight on carnival rides and safety. At the Rhododendron Festival in Port Townsend, two hours north of Seattle, passengers of the Phoenix Wheel Ferris wheel had a scary ride when one of the baskets flipped, ejecting the people inside. A seven-year old boy and…

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