Why Do ‘Slip and Fall’ Accidents Happen?
From misjudging steps to sliding on oily or wet surfaces, there are many causes of “slip and fall” accidents. But there’s one cause that’s highly preventable, according to a study by insurance provider CNA—and that is the type of flooring. The article in Claims...Opioid Crisis in the Nation – and Pennsylvania
The nation’s opioid crisis seems to be an unprecedented level with no remedy in sight. In fact, a seemingly ironclad case against one of the country’s largest drug distributors hit a wall due to the government’s reluctance to prosecute, reported a recent 60 Minutes...Elder Abuse Act Passed
The Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act of 2017 was signed by President Donald Trump in October after passage by voice vote in the House and Senate. The Act addressed goals championed by the American Bar Association (ABA) and its Commission on Law and Aging,...Are Schools Liable for Sports Injuries?
It’s sports season at schools around the country. As sports teams kick into high gear, so do the possible sports-related injuries. When players are injured, should the school be held responsible? One recent decision said “no.” In the incident cited by the lawsuit,...Research Discovers a Way to Prevent Infections in Patients with Spinal Cord Injuries
A new study in Nature Neuroscience has identified why the immune system tends to shut down in patients with spinal cord injuries, opening them up to potentially deadly infections. Led by the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, the eight-year, multi-site study...