Even for the avid dog lover, it can be a frightening situation if they turn aggressive. Fortunately, this is rare, but it does happen enough to warrant further consideration. When faced with an aggressive dog, your reaction might be to shout or run as quickly as you...
Falls can cause spinal cord injuries
Many people think that a slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall accident is a minor event that shouldn’t result in severe injuries. The truth is that it’s possible to suffer a severe injury. The type of injury you end up with depends on how you fall and where you land. One...
Signs that a dog bite wound has become infected
Dogs are the most popular pet across households in America. They’re loveable and generally always happy to see you when you arrive home after a busy day at work. However, it’s important to remember that dogs are animals and they behave very differently from humans....
Slip and falls could happen anywhere
While you could injure yourself falling over in your own home, often slip and fall accidents occur when you are out and about. Often the consequences can be much worse because you would typically have softer surfaces to land on in your home. Here’s what you should...
A rug can stop a slip and fall – but can cause a trip and fall
Businesses that are open to the public, like movie theaters, retail shops and restaurants, have to take steps to prevent reasonably foreseeable injuries on their premises. Keeping the floors clean and dry is an important step toward maintaining safe premises and...