Illinois is home to many people who enjoy living there and working through their daily lives. Most people don't go through their days thinking that today could be the day of a serious or fatal car crash. Every year, there is data released about the state's total...
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What should you do if you’re bitten by a dog on the job?
You have to complete a route for your job, and part of doing that route is being out in public. You have to go to people's homes, and that means that you're exposed to their pets. One of the biggest risks to those delivering packages or mail is that a dog will snap...
ALDI fall leads to brain injury
Injuries can happen anywhere, and some can be severe. Take, for example, this shocking story of a woman who fell at the local McHenry ALDI. The woman, who was said to be in her late 70s, was shopping in the ALDI store when she fell and hit her head on the ground. At...
Get to know the 4 stages of pressure sores
If your loved one is in a nursing home and develops a bedsore, that's a significant sign of neglect. When an elderly person can't move around on their own well, it's up to the staff to help them adjust and move each day. Without good circulation, bedsores, also known...
What are three common causes of collisions?
Motor vehicle accidents can take many forms, from rear-end collisions at low speeds to high-speed front-end crashes. In most cases, people never see these crashes coming, even though there may be some signs of trouble up ahead. Many collisions are caused by...
Recognizing neglect and abuse can help you protect your loved one
In a nursing home, there are many vulnerable adults who need assistance in their everyday lives. They may need help getting from their beds to chairs or wheelchairs, moving from a bed to the restroom or getting from a bedroom to a dining room. Mobility is a major...
Poor ergonomics can result in trouble for employees
When you're working in an office, you may not think that you're prone to injuries. Sadly, there are still a number of injuries that you could suffer from working in an office. Anything from poor ergonomics to faulty electrical outlets can result in employee injuries....
Insect bites and stings could be covered by workers’ compensation
When you're working outside, one thing you may have to watch out for is bug bites. While they may seem minor, stings and bites can lead to life-threatening situations for some people. Additionally, some bug bites can cause serious diseases. A few common side effects...
Neglected patients deserve better: Fight back
Nursing home abuse and neglect are among the worst things that can happen to a vulnerable loved one. You entrust their care to those who should know how to protect them, yet this is so often not the case. If your loved one is hurt at a nursing home, it is your right...
Falls are a part of getting older that nursing homes can prevent
Getting older takes its toll on people's bodies and minds. Everything from the strength of the skeletal system to the flexibility of the joints declines as people age. Older adults have a harder time moving around and are more at risk for serious injuries to their...