Power tools are a huge benefit on any construction site, allowing workers to complete tasks far faster and easier than hand tools ever could -- but they're also the source of a lot of injuries and fatalities. Many accidents with power tools can be traced back to one...
Month: May 2017
Wandering may be a sign of nursing home neglect
One of the most frightening calls you received may have been the one from your parent's nursing home advising you that your loved one was missing. Although the facility may be equipped with locks and alarms, somehow, your parent managed to slip away unseen. Perhaps...
Study says falls, facial injuries common in nursing homes
Nursing homes are supposed to keep your relatives from getting hurt -- that's often the sole purpose of putting someone who is elderly and infirm into one. A new study, however, suggests that many nursing homes simply aren't putting enough care into the safety of...
Exotic animal bites: Who is responsible in Ohio?
Ohio used to have some of the weakest laws in the nation regarding the ownership of exotic animals. Then one of the state's residents let loose dozens of exotic animals, including lions and bears, before killing himself -- ultimately forcing police and animal control...
The dark side of power tools in a layperson’s hands
There are a lot of televisions shows and websites that encourage people to roll up their sleeves, pick up some power tools and make the changes they want to see happen in their surroundings themselves instead of hiring a professional. These days, it's easier than ever...