You could get into a crash any time you go out for a drive, but there are certain times when specific risks are higher. Knowing about statistical driving trends can help you minimize your personal risk for a wreck. The winter sees an increase in numerous crash risk...
If you have a loved one in a nursing home or other residential living facility, you may feel guilty about them spending the holidays there. You may wonder if bringing them home, at least for a few days over Thanksgiving or Christmas weekend, would be best for them....
People across Ohio take to the road for many of their daily activities. Unfortunately, accidents are a fairly regular occurrence. Crashes involving trucks and larger commercial vehicles present unique dangers. A collision that involves a tractor-trailer can be quite...
Residents who live in long-term care facilities count on the staff members to help them remain safe. One thing that has to be considered in these cases is the risk of falling. Every resident must be evaluated to determine if they’re at an increased risk of falling. ...
To legally drive in Ohio, you have to carry certain kinds of insurance. The state requires liability coverage for bodily injury and property damage. You have to carry a similar amount of coverage for property damage and injuries in the event that you get into a crash...
The Ohio civil courts give you an opportunity to pursue justice after the loss of a loved one. A wrongful death lawsuit can lead to surviving family members receiving compensation for the financial impact of the death of a loved one. However, there are strict...
Does medical care seem more expensive but increasingly less personable nowadays? If so, then you're not alone in your thoughts. Prices associated with medical care in the U.S. are notoriously high, and doctors are spending less and less time with their patients. You...
For some residents of Lakewood, Ohio, getting plastic surgery is the realization of a dream, especially for those who wish to correct a deformity. However, these surgical procedures come with more risks than you might imagine. Many patients come out of these surgeries...
If there is one injury commonly associated with advanced age, it is probably bedsores (also known as pressure ulcers). As people's strength and energy levels decline with age, they spend more time in bed or sitting in the same position throughout the day. A sedentary...
When a patient goes into surgery, the expectation is that the surgical team knows what they’re doing and is prepared to keep that patient safe to the best of their ability. One of the first steps in any surgery is to put the patient under sedation. General anesthesia...
