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Many people feel embarrassed when they slip and fall in a public location. They blame themselves for the incident and worry that others might judge them for being clumsy. Slip-and-falls are relatively common, and many of them only produce minor injuries. However, some...
Dog bites often happen fast, especially when a dog runs loose. If you or your child gets bitten by an unleashed dog, state law gives you clear protections. Understanding how the law treats these situations helps you know what steps matter most. Strict liability for...
Many people naturally assume that large dogs are aggressive or mean. Someone may be scared around a Rottweiler or a Pit Bull, for example, thinking that there is a higher chance that they will be bitten than if you were around a smaller breed like a Chihuahua or a...
Grieving the unexpected passing of a loved one is a complex process. Frequently, it takes weeks just to acclimate to life after a tragedy. It may take even longer to heal. When people lose spouses, children or parents, the loss they experience can forever change who...
Some dog bite incidents are undeniably tragic. They involve young children, especially large dogs or even a group of dogs causing fatal injuries to people. Serious but non-fatal injuries are far more common than deadly canine attacks. Dogs can cause a variety of...
A dog bite can cause much more than a small wound. Depending on the size and strength of the dog, the bite can leave serious physical and emotional damage. Understanding the potential injuries helps you know what to expect and why getting medical care right away...
A slip-and-fall is a same-level fall generally caused by debris or slick floor surfaces. People lose their traction and end up falling. Most of the time, people walk away from slip-and-fall incidents with minor injuries. However, people can sustain injuries that are...
When a loved one dies because of someone else’s actions, families often want answers and accountability. To prove wrongful death in court, you need more than suspicion or assumption. Strong evidence is the foundation of a successful claim. Here is what courts usually...
Running away from a dangerous dog is the first instinct that many people have. If a dog barks at them or growls and approaches them in an aggressive manner, they want to get away from the threat as quickly as they can. So they turn and run. The problem here is that...
There’s been increasing controversy in the U.S. in recent years over the safety of vaccinations for humans. Even vaccinations that have long been mandatory for school-age children are now getting pushback from some parents. Federal and some state officials have begun...