Although it was recently determined that the leading cause of child deaths was birth defects, new research shows that the next leading cause of deaths in children between one and four years old is drowning. …
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Drowning Second Leading Cause of Child Deaths
Dog Bite Prevention Week Draws Near
Although it comes from “man’s best friend,” a dog bite is perhaps one of the most frightening situations for parents and children alike. Millions of families are affected by dog bites every year in the …
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New Medical Malpractice Claims Study Illustrates Tort Reform
Because of the potential lucrative nature, medical malpractice claims are constantly debated in the world of healthcare and the law. Many states throughout the country have caps on malpractice claims to allegedly “protect” insurance companies …
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The 2012 Viral Video Scholarship Winners are Announced!
The winners for the 2012 Viral Video Scholarship Contest have been selected. Winners where selected based on the following categories: Viral nature of the video based on, views, likes, plus 1′s, tweets and comments (25%) …
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Study: Child Injuries Stemming from Household Products
News headlines each day are littered with stories of child injuries resulting from falls, car accidents, faulty products, or even parental negligence. Attorneys and loved ones of the children injured in these cases constantly pursue …
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Motorcycle Fatalities Correlate with Summer Weather
Because motorcycles do not offer the same protection to the driver that a car would, the probability of a motorcycle fatality stemming from an accident is extremely high. Unfortunately, the risks are real, as there …
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Crash Fatalities Decline for Sixth Straight Year
Car crash fatalities on America’s roadways are an everlasting issue, and have continued to trouble policymakers and families alike. From advances in modern technology that provide a variety of ways for drivers to be distracted, …
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Child Head Injury Data Hints at Increase in Concussion Awareness
Few things are scarier or more concerning to a parent than a child head injury, especially if it leads to a concussion. In recent years, there has been a spike in news headlines that are …
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What is the ‘family car doctrine?’
Q: What is the ‘family car doctrine?’ A: The family car doctrine in Washington State allows a family member to be held legally responsible for the injuries or damages caused by a car accident caused …
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What role does my employer-employee relationship play in a wrongful death case?
Q: What role does my employer-employee relationship play in a wrongful death case? A: Anytime there has been a wrongful death that has been caused by an individual who is working for his or her …
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