There is no shortage of dangerous situations you could find yourself in at any moment. You know an accident could happen, from slippery spills on a shopping mall floor to distracted drivers on the road. You are careful to pay attention to avoid unnecessary risk. But...
Month: February 2020
What is the warranty of habitability?
If you rent your home, your landlord has duties under the law to ensure that your residence is safe. While your landlord does not hold responsibility for every issue that may occur in your home, if something happens that endangers you and your family, it usually falls...
Pit Bulls account for the majority of fatal dog attacks in America
When Pit Bull owners hear other people talking about dog attacks and breed-specific aggression, they often become defensive. They take out their cellphones and soon begin to share photos of their own well-behaved Pit Bull or Pit Bull mix cuddling with kittens and...
Reasons why dogs bite
According to The Spruce Pets, a dog may use a bite as a defense mechanism. Similarly, they may bite to defend their territory and any member of their pack. A mother dog may fiercely protect their puppies as well. When a person startles a dog by waking it up or...
Winter clothing and car accidents
Many different risk factors require careful review when it comes to motor vehicle collisions and the winter months. Many people recognize the dangers associated with poor road conditions during this time of the year, such as the presence of snow and ice. However,...
Up to 27% of nursing home falls caused by environmental factors
As an older adult, you may have certain risk factors that make you more likely to fall and injure yourself than the general population. Diminishing eyesight and a decrease in your level of physical activity may make you more prone to falling, for example. However,...