3 common types of workplace accidents you should know about
You already know that accidents can happen anywhere in St. Louis without any reason. As a precaution, you take your time and are extra cautious when you notice issues that might cause you harm. But what you might not realize is how dangerous your workplace might be. No workplace is entirely hazard free. It might not be […]
Read MoreHow is a catastrophic injury defined?
If you have suffered an injury due to any type of accident, you may be wondering if your case is severe enough to pursue financial compensation. The answer is likely yes no matter the level of your injury. However, those in the category of catastrophic injury are likely to be worth much more. It is […]
Read MoreIdeas for keeping guests safe after parties
No matter the time of the year, there is nearly always a good reason to throw a party. However, one of your top challenges as a host may not be coming up with an idea or occasion for a party but rather how to keep guests safe afterward. That is, how to ensure they do […]
Read MoreDangers of genetic testing
Missouri residents may wonder if they should get genetic testing done to find out if they have certain diseases. One problem with genetic testing is that like other diagnoses, it can be inaccurate. In one case described in the journal Mayo Clinic Proceedings, a 13-year-old boy died suddenly from heart failure that was not explained […]
Read MoreStaying safe on the roads during the holiday season
With Thanksgiving on the horizon and several holidays to follow shortly after, the one thing on your mind may be spending time with close friends and relatives. You are not alone. Each year, thousands of people travel through the St. Louis area and across the country to spend time with their relatives, and not all […]
Read MoreHearing loss is the nation’s most common workplace injury
If you have found that your hearing has deteriorated over time and you suspect your work environment may have something to do with the decline, you are not alone. According to USA Today, hearing loss is the single-most common work-related injury affecting American employees today, with about 22 million workers facing dangerous levels of noise […]
Read MoreProving the cause of a birth injury in Missouri
You want to protect your child from all harm, but that is not always possible. If your child has suffered a birth injury due to a medical provider’s negligence, you may have grounds for a successful legal claim to hold the responsible party accountable and to obtain compensation for medical care for your child. Before […]
Read MoreShould you get a second medical opinion?
When you go to the doctor, you rely on his or her medical expertise to make the correct diagnosis and prescribe the right treatment, and most patients don’t feel comfortable second-guessing a physician. Unfortunately, medical mistakes do happen, and they happen more often than you might think. In fact, studies have shown that medical errors […]
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