Around 4:30 a.m. on Monday morning, March 22, an apartment fire happened near an intersection in Brooklyn. According to officials, the incident took place at the intersection of Tilden Avenue and East 29th Street. An apartment building caught on fire for reasons that are not yet known. The blaze completely engulfed multiple units, extending to the […]

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As your school-age children get older, you will likely grant them increasing levels of autonomy regarding their daily lives. This will likely include getting to and from school every day. If your child is old enough to have a cellphone, you may feel comfortable letting them walk to school in some weather conditions. Even if […]

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Pedestrians can be in much danger when they’re on or near the roads. They have no real protection against injury if they’re hit by a driver. Even at slower speeds, a person who is struck by a car could suffer serious injuries. To prevent pedestrian accidents, drivers have a duty of care. They are required […]

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When you place a loved on in a nursing home, you may worry that they won’t get the care they need. There are many injuries that they could suffer if they’re not treated well in the facility. The good news for families is that nursing homes can be held liable if they are not careful […]

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There is a very real consequence of so many people being connected through the internet and digital devices. That consequence is addiction. You probably know at least one person who can’t be away from their phone at any time. They check it while driving, while parked, while eating dinner and at every moment they can. […]

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There are many construction hazards that people face, but there are four that are more serious and common than others. These are called the “fatal four.” The fatal four hazards include falls, being caught in or between, getting electrocuted and being struck by objects. The good news is that it is possible to make a […]

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No one wants to think about their loved one suffering a nursing home injury as a result of a staff member’s negligence or intentional actions. Sadly, many people are harmed in nursing homes in New York and throughout the country. One of the most common causes is simply neglect and mistakes, which are things that […]

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Elevators are commonly used by the elderly and disabled in particular in order to transport between levels in a building. Elevators are generally perceived to be very safe forms of transport. They facilitate the use of wheelchairs when necessary, and they can be used by those who are unsteady on their feet or immobile. However, […]

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As a parent, it’s important to discuss school bus stop safety with your children. Not only will this give you peace of mind, but it can also help prevent a serious accident that leads to injury or even death. Here are five of the most important school bus stop safety tips: Keep a safe distance: […]

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When you want to use hot water in your home, the goal is to make it hot enough to kill bacteria and to feel hot to the touch, but you don’t want it so hot that it burns you. When the temperature gauges are not working correctly, it’s possible that the water could become so […]

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