Far too many people run red lights with disastrous consequences. When people see someone run a red light and actually manage to squeak through the intersection and not get involved in a crash, they just think the person is lucky.…
Far too many people run red lights with disastrous consequences. When people see someone run a red light and actually manage to squeak through the intersection and not get involved in a crash, they just think the person is lucky.…
The medical community is being called upon to make procedural changes that would significantly reduce the risk of wrong site and wrong side surgeries. Across the country, about 40 surgeries a week are performed on the wrong side of the…
The U.S. Department of Transportation has formally banned Interstate bus and truck drivers from using hand-held phones. The new rule was jointly created by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. “I hope…
There is evidence that shows the pain medication Dilaudid is being prescribed incorrectly and leading to overdoses and even addiction problems. If physicians and medical professionals are getting the dosage wrong on Dilaudid, it might be because it is three…
The city of Chicago’s ban on bumper pads designed for cribs goes into effect in March. Chicago voted to ban bumper pads in the summer of 2011 in part because of an investigation by the Chicago Tribune. The investigation showed…
There is nothing worse than poor quality laminate, particularly when it comes to cleaning. If you are going to upgrade your flooring, then do not choose the cheapest laminate on the market. If you do nothing else, first talk to…
John Ezzo sustained a serious brain injury during a demonstration of a vehicle for the company that employed him. This case will likely cause a few raised eyebrows, especially when you get to the part that says the plaintiff, John…
In a move to cut down on fraud, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services revamped the Employment Authorization Document and the Certificate of Citizenship form last fall. The new forms will deter fraud and strengthen security, according to USCIS…
The Social Security Administration is calling on private insurers that pay workers’ compensation as well as state and local agencies to report payments to the agency to help cut down on fraud and overpayments. In a recent speech to the…
The Social Security Administration is calling on private insurers that pay workers’ compensation as well as state and local agencies to report payments to the agency to help cut down on fraud and overpayments. In a recent speech to the…