The hazards of constant exposure to cell phone radiation have been shrugged off and dismissed over the last few decades as Americans increasingly rely on smartphones. But the truth is, we really don’t know the effects of cell phone radiation. And now, new research shows extended exposure could have...
Botched surgeries, infections, adverse medication reactions, and misdiagnoses happen far more often in our nation’s hospitals than most people think. A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that 25% of all patients admitted to a hospital will likely experience at least one event that...
The trucking industry plays an integral role in promoting transportation and economic development. However, truck accidents often have more severe consequences and create a more significant loss for society than passenger vehicles. The severity of a truck accident injury largely hinges on the cause and type of accident, vehicle...
The old saying “dogs are a man’s best friend” might be news to the more than 4.5 million people bitten each year, most often children and older people. Of course, no one is disputing the deep companionship and loyalty dogs provide to millions of Americans. But safety advocates and...
There is not much worse than the initial feeling of dread and uncertainty after you have been in any sort of vehicle accident, especially one with a large commercial truck. In most truck accidents, injuries are severe, and property damage is extensive. You may be wondering what steps to...
Commercial trucks play a significant role in the New Jersey economy. According to the state’s Department of Transportation, of the over 600 million tons of goods moved each year, 75% are moved by truck. With so many trucks on the road, accidents are bound to occur. Truck accidents are...
Start your engines! Summer is here, and the longer, warmer days bring plenty of opportunity for off-road recreational vehicles. As the popularity of off-highway vehicles (OHVs) has risen to an all-time high, so too have deaths and injuries. Despite warnings from manufacturers, federal agencies, and consumer and safety advocates...
Wearing proper protective gear, obeying traffic laws, and practicing defensive driving techniques aren’t always enough to prevent a motorcycle accident. Like in most other states, many causes of motorcycle accidents in New Jersey involve inattentive drivers, impaired drivers, and excessive speed. And these causes often occur because of the...
Even though neck injuries are some of the most common workplace injuries, they are some of the most challenging to prove. The reason for the difficulty is twofold. First, neck injuries are prevalent outside the workplace. This means that insurers will try to fix the source of the injury...
Knee injuries are prevalent in the workplace, especially in industries such as construction, agriculture, and manufacturing. Some knee injuries are severe enough to require surgical knee replacement. If your knee injury is a result of your occupation or an injury sustained during the course of your employment, it should...