Posted in Health & Wellness on January 11, 2019

Visiting the doctor is usually not a pleasant experience. The situation is only made worse when the doctor is condescending, confrontational or in a hurry. One thing patients know is that a doctor’s tone and demeanor matter. A recent article on HealthLine examines how a doctor’s words and actions affect patients. (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 10, 2019

After a car accident, fall or collision while playing sports, one of the main concerns victims and medical workers have is whether a person has a concussion. A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that can cause some brain damage and chemical changes, even when it is minor. As such, properly identifying a concussion...

Posted in Health & Wellness on January 7, 2019

A recent article by NPR detailed the challenges doctors face in treating pregnant women with medical conditions – either pre-existing or pregnancy-related. The effects of certain medications may be unknown or unstudied, so doctors often rely on what they’ve always done. Pregnant women are not typically involved in medical research studies, due to ethical...

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 4, 2019

Drivers in and around Cuyahoga county are likely quite familiar with the presence of people in the Amish community. And while Amish and other residents may not occupy a lot of the same spaces together, we do share the roads. Unfortunately, this is creating some serious – and dangerous – problems for everyone. Across...

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 2, 2019

Most people think driving with a hangover is much safer than driving drunk. But a recent article by the American Automobile Association explains why driving while hungover can be as dangerous as drunk driving. (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 27, 2018

Every year, the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) Education Fund publishes a report detailing findings from a survey on toy safety. This year, the PIRG’s survey included 40 toys. Of those, 15 were found to be potentially unsafe or hazardous due to: Choking hazards Small parts Balloons (which pose the greatest threat of...

Posted in Medical Malpractice on December 26, 2018

Premature births are not uncommon in the U.S. In fact, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that roughly 1 in 10 babies is born too early. However, that doesn’t mean it is any less frightening or overwhelming for new parents. Under these circumstances, it can be easy for parents to feel...

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 20, 2018

We often look at local or national car accident statistics. But worldwide car accident statistics are more difficult to come by. The World Health Organization recently released information about worldwide traffic-related deaths. This includes car drivers and passengers as well as pedestrians, bicyclists, etc. Some of the interesting statistics were: (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 20, 2018

The holiday season is one of the most magical times of the year. From decorations and new toys to food and festivities, we all have reasons to be excited for the coming weeks. Our Top 6 Holiday Movies with Serious Safety Hazards (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 17, 2018

Commercial transportation is a vital element of our economy, and the need for safe vehicles and safe drivers is as critical as ever. Unfortunately, despite massive improvements in driving technology in recent years, accidents involving commercial trucks continue to happen. In fact, according to this recent article, accident rates have either stayed steady or...