In many cases, nursing home neglect and abuse takes place behind closed doors and without corroborating witnesses. Some states have laws allowing surveillance cameras in residents' rooms to prevent this. In Ohio and other states, however, there may be legal issues...
Government considers stronger bus restraints
Almost 500,000 buses in this country transport over 25 million students to and from school daily, according to the National Transportation Safety Board. However, the NTSB has criticized the lack of safety requirements and has recommended 3-point seatbelts. Failure to...
Safety measures for trampolines
Trampolines can be a source of serious injury for children, more so than playground equipment. Look at the numbers: The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported 80,831 emergency room visits in 2016 due to playground accidents. In comparison, 103,512 ER...
Bounce house fun can end dangerously
A bounce house that allows children to jump and cavort on an inflatable platform has become a fixture at birthday parties and picnics in this country. However, there were injuries every day involving these attractions, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics....
Helmet maker sued for alleged football death
Protective gear, such as football helmets, may not prevent catastrophic injuries despite assurances from manufacturers and athletic teams. A father in Ohio is believed to be the first person to sue a helmet maker for fatal head injuries his son suffered when playing...
Surgical mistakes are a common form of medical malpractice
Ohio residents undergo surgical procedures for a number of reasons. While some are subjected to operations in order to save them from life-threatening conditions, others have elective surgeries to fix issues that they perceive in their own bodies. All surgeries...
