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Category: Child Injuries
Reduce Childhood Accidents
December 19, 2014 | Category: Child InjuriesChildren have accidents. When they are learning a new skill, the potential for injury increases. As children, we all had our share of falls when learning to ride our first "two-wheeled" bicycle. When they are exposed to new situations, like going to school, children will undoubtedly bring home whatever sickness they encounter while there. Being at home also has the potential of injury.
Garage Doors Can Be Dangerous
December 15, 2014 | Category: Child InjuriesThe Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that every year there are 30 thousand injuries caused by garage doors. They further report that many of these injuries, and even deaths, happen to children.
What you need to know before buying that toy?
November 21, 2014 | Category: Child Injuries, Defective ProductsThe stores are decorated; the holiday music is playing, and the shelves are full of brightly colored toys, games and puzzles to delight any child. Television and other advertising is in full swing all looking for the attention of children. Advertisers want to be sure their products appear on children's shopping lists. Being prepared with the right information and resources before shopping will make this holiday season a safer and happier one for everyone.
New Study: In-flight Risks to Infants
November 17, 2014 | Category: Child InjuriesOften when travelling by air the pilot, co-pilot or attendant makes the announcement that there is the potential of air turbulence. During the announcement specific instructions are given about remaining seated with seat belts fastened. However, there is no mention of the potential in-flight risks to infants in the laps of parents or guardians.
Are our Children Playing on Potentially Toxic Surfaces?
October 24, 2014 | Category: Child InjuriesInvestigators have been unable to find agreement on whether the crumb rubber turf affects adversely young athletes or whether turf made from recycled tires has been tested sufficiently.
Halloween 2014 Safety Tips
October 20, 2014 | Category: Child InjuriesEveryone wants to have a safe and happy Halloween for their guests, themselves and especially their children. Using safety tips and some common sense can help you make the most of your Halloween season, keeping it as enjoyable for your children as it is for you.
Prevent Drownings & Near Drownings
September 24, 2014 | Category: Child Injuries, Swimming AccidentsChildhood drownings are tragic. The Red Cross reports that over two hundred young children drown in backyard swimming pools each year. "Near" drownings may be just as tragic.
Are There Chemical Hazards In Your Home That Could Injure a Child?
September 12, 2014 | Category: Child InjuriesAs a Florida Child Injuries Attorney, it is important to me and my firm that everyone is aware of the chemical hazards in the home which can cause injury not only to children, but also to the entire family. Many of these accidents can be prevented. We are providing the following information from not only environmental action groups but also WebMD in an effort to provide helpful information to avoid tragedies.
Florida Football and Heat Injuries
August 25, 2014 | Category: Child InjuriesOn Wednesday, August 13, 2014 a 14-year-old boy died while playing football in Clay County Florida. The Clay County Sheriff's office reported that the boy was attending start-of-the-season camp at Camp Blanding when he became ill on the field. The Coach, when calling 9-1-1, reported the emergency as a "heat injury".This is a wake-up call to all of us.
Vehicular Heatstroke Can Be Avoided
June 11, 2014 | Category: Child InjuriesIn 2013, 44 children in the U.S. died of heatstroke when being left in hot vehicles; seven children have died just this past month. NBC-2 reported on May 31 on the warning a local father wants others to hear after he lost his 17-month old daughter four years ago in such a tragedy. Vehicular heatstroke can be avoided.