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- New Year’s Safety Resolutions You Need!
Jan 7, 2020
With 2019 in the books, a new year and new decade are upon us. Many people may take the opportunity to make bold resolutions about weight loss, traveling, financial goals, and so forth. Another area to keep in mind, however, is an increased commitment to safety. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 170,000 “unintentional injury” deaths occurred last year, making accidents the third leading cause of death in the United States...Read More - How Much Do You Know About Your Nursing Home Rights?
Dec 23, 2019
When you have a loved one in a long-term care facility such as a nursing home or an assisted living facility, there is too much at stake not to ensure he or she has the best care possible. We know that your elderly or disabled loved ones need the best care and representation possible. Our local team of medical malpractice attorneys have extensive experience in handling cases just like yours in nursing homes. As...Read More - Age-Appropriate Toys Will Help Ensure Child Safety This Holiday Season
Dec 17, 2019
Ask any child what they like most about the holidays and chances are they will say, “toys!” While new toys are indeed exciting, parents and grandparents should also make sure they are safe. One of the best ways to ensure toy-related safety is to buy age-appropriate gifts. Age-appropriate means a particular toy is suitable for a child’s age and stage of development. Children go through different learning stages as they grow from newborns to...Read More - Heads Up, Phones Down! Cell Phone Distractions Put Children in Danger
Dec 16, 2019
Cell phones are School zones are busy places. Crowds of parents, students, and teachers contend with pick-up and drop-off schedules, after school activities, and bus traffic on a daily basis. Adding cell phones distractions to the mix is exceedingly dangerous. The nonprofit Safe Kids Worldwide studied the issue and produced a report called “ Before your children leave for school, remind them of these year-round school zone safety tips: Never walk...Read More - How to Purchase Gifts that Protect Your Child’s Hearing
Dec 10, 2019
Loud sounds are not just a nuisance, they can be dangerous. Excessive noise can damage the inner ear and cause hearing loss, and children can be especially vulnerable. With the advent of child-friendly technology and the availability of noisy toys, hearing safety should be of particular concern during the holiday season when parents and grandparents are shopping for gifts. According to the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) Education Fund, toys have strict regulatory...Read More - Help Us Celebrate Human Rights Day
Dec 9, 2019
All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. That may sound obvious, but it is an ideal of monumental importance that has historically eluded humanity, and too often proves out of reach today. It is also the philosophy of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was adopted on December 10, 1948. The landmark document established a universal standard of inalienable rights for all people of all nations, and...Read More - How to Prioritize Eye-Safety When Buying Gifts for Children
Dec 2, 2019
Few things are as gratifying as buying toys for children during the holiday season. The joy and excitement of watching them open presents, however, can quickly turn to despair if a toy-related injury occurs. Unfortunately, it happens more often than you might realize. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, roughly a Eye injuries are serious at any age, but especially for children as their eyesight and bodies are still developing...Read More - 5 Kitchen Safety Tips to Keep in Mind this Thanksgiving
Nov 26, 2019
The holiday season is one of the best times of year to come together with your family, friends, and loved ones. How will you be celebrating? What traditions do you take part in year after year? What memories will you create this year? As we look at celebrating Thanksgiving this week, what are you looking most forward to? Whether it is watching the parades, extra football, or hours of cooking making much loved recipes,...Read More - When It Comes to Alcohol, You May Not Have Thought of These Issues
Nov 19, 2019
Alcohol is indeed legal, but alcohol abuse is associated with a significant number of crimes. Roughly These are not the only crimes to know about though. Other crimes also apply, and they are often accompanied with stiff penalties. Let us share some insight on these important issues in our blog. 1. Youth Alcohol Consumption. It is important to know that the flip-side of underage drinking is that adults and businesses...Read More - 5 Ways to Give Back in Tallahassee this November
Nov 18, 2019
Fall in Tallahassee is a time of cooler weather, changing leaves, and the beginning of the holiday season, not to mention, college football. Unfortunately, some residents may struggle through the holidays, while others deserve recognition for their selfless service and sacrifice. It does not take a lot to help them. Let us share five gratifying ways to give back this November. 1. Give back beyond Veterans Day. 2. Stone Crab Fest Fundraising...Read More