Helping The Injured Since 1966
The consequences of a misdiagnosis spread quickly and affect every aspect of a patient’s life. Physiological decline, emotional trauma, separation from family and financial instability can converge to change the present and the future. Medical research, however,...
Frightening statistics define the continuing problems of dogs attacking and biting people. As with any severe potential risk, information is power. According to a study from the Center for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur annually...
It finally happened. Someone hit you. Now, what? Well, after asking if everyone is OK, call 9-1-1. What you say on this call can affect whether you get help and whether you get a police report written by a police officer. Preparation Before calling 9-1-1, take a...
Young drivers can pose an added hazard on North Dakota’s highways. The inexperience of young drivers often leads them to make unnecessary or dangerous decisions that imperil the lives of other drivers. A recent motor vehicle accident in Rugby demonstrates the risk...
Ice and snow during winter mean slippery walkways and parking lots. Anyone who has slipped during cold winter weather knows how easy it is to fall accidentally in the normal course of their daily activities. Injuries can range from a minor slip to serious long-term or permanent injuries. This winter, paramedics, and hospitals have been very busy with slip and…
The death of a family member is heartbreaking. When death is caused by the careless or negligent conduct of another person or by a dangerous or defective product it is a tragedy. No amount of money damages will ever replace a family member, but the death of a father,...
Many people are choosing motorcycles over cars. It is not just the thrill of the open road. The economic times and gas prices are also prompting more motorists to switch to motorcycles instead of vehicles. Motorcycles ease traffic congestion, cause less wear and tear...
A new study out this month about the rate of emergency room injuries to kids from amusement parks and rides is causing some parents to take greater safety measures when planning their summer fun. This study, the first of its kind to look at ER visits for kids injured on these rides, studied these statistics for a 20 years period.…
With a growing elderly population coming to a head in the United States, especially since the Baby Boomers are entering their elder years and filling nursing homes across America, the issue of elder abuse is becoming more known. And, the problem is more common than we know. According to Helpguide a non-profit that helps provide “unbiased, reliable” information to the…
Almost everyone is guilty of buying products and not filling out the product registration card. With all the products that consumers purchase, it’s hard to keep track of all the registration forms, many of which have to be mailed in. Although, nowadays many can be filled out online. These product registration cards, as far as consumers know, ensure that the…