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Heart attacks are serious life-changing events that can occur at any time and any place. In fact, it is very likely that if you face a heart attack, it is likely to be in a public place, away from medical professionals and hospital-grade devices. Thankfully, states have recognized this unfortunate dilemma, leading to the widespread …

At 8:00 pm on January 23, 2023, 23-year-old graduate student Jaahnavi Kandula of Northeastern University was hit by a speeding police cruiser while in the crosswalk near the South Lake Union neighborhood. Kandula is the daughter of a single mother, who is a teacher in India. After being encouraged to study in the United States …

Shopping carts purport to provide a safe avenue for children to sit and relax while parents shop. However, shopping carts also create opportunities for injuries. The U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission outlined that between the years of 2010 and 2012, the annual average of emergency department-treated injuries with shopping carts of children under the age …

With technology’s exponential growth comes concerns that stem from a lack of understanding or a misconception. And artificial Intelligence (“A.I.”) is no exception. Overall, A.I. is a tool used to help alleviate workloads and handle menial tasks to free up people’s time to handle other matters. If you have questions about how artificial intelligence can …

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a voluntary recall of certain home and residential elevators. Due to the extreme safety risks that elevators pose to children, you may be entitled to compensation if your child suffered an injury as a result of using a residential home elevator.   What Are Residential Elevators?  Residential elevators …

The FDA issued a warning on March 14th, 2022 advising physicians against the use of Renuvion (j-plasma) devices during specific aesthetic procedures. The specific types of procedures the FDA warned against included dermal resurfacing or skin contraction, which can be used in combination with liposuction.  The FDA has not cleared or approved the use of …

Sundance Spas and Jacuzzi Hot Tubs recently found themselves in hot water when they recalled around 23,700 of their hot tub products. While hot tub or jacuzzi temperatures of around 100°F are recommended as safe temperatures for a healthy adult, in no circumstances should hot tub water temperatures exceed 104°F. However, in December 2022, it …

Slip-and-falls and other more serious mishaps involving gambling equipment or casino operations can result in injuries in a casino. These injuries can range from extremely severe to minor, but it’s important for patrons to be aware of the risk of possible injuries while in a casino. Below are some of the common reasons people get …

On February 24, 2022, Russian forces officially invaded the sovereign nation of Ukraine, at the direction of Russian president Vladimir Putin. In the weeks since, there have been innumerable casualties and human rights violations, and upwards of one million Ukranians have since fled the country in efforts to keep their families and loved ones safe. …