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People in all kinds of jobs are under threat of different workplace injuries. According to a recent report from the BLS, sprains, tears, and strains were the most common types of injuries which required the person to take days off of work. They accounted for about 38% of all workplace injuries. Common Workplace Injuries From the above 38% strains, sprains and tears, the most common thing injured was the back with the most common action when the injury occurred – lifting or lowering something heavier. But there are many other types of workplace injuries. For instance, in 2008, slip and fall accidents were responsible for 40% of all the major workplace injuries. Workplace injuries statistics also show that a total of 34 million work days were taken off because of work-related accidents that cause more severe injuries. Overall, The Most Common Causes Of Occupational Injuries Are: Trips/slips or falls Manual handling/lifting Electrical incidents Machine entanglement Vehicle accidents Falling objects Falling from heights The above examples are just the leading causes of workplace injuries however, there are many more which are not that common. Usually, all…Read More

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), texting while driving increases the chances of you being involved in an auto accident by a factor of 23. Texting while driving includes all three of the main driving distractions – manual distraction i.e. the removal of the driver’s hands from the wheel, visual distraction i.e. the driver is not looking exclusively at the road, and cognitive distraction meaning that the driver is not entirely focused on the situation on the road. Accidents Related To Text Messaging A driver who doesn’t employ all of their attention on the road situation has a very high chance of causing a collision. According to the federal government’s website: More than 3,000 people died in auto crashes involving a distracted driver and close to half a million were injured in an accident of the same nature in 2010. 18% of the crashes in 2010 were reported as distracted driving crashes. About 11% of all drivers under 20 were involved in fatal crashes caused by distracted driving. More than 40% of all American teenagers admit that they have been in a…Read More

Truck accidents can be one of the most terrifying experiences in a driver’s life. Most of these accidents result in the automobile driver being severely injured or even killed, and because of the protection offered by the bigger vehicle, truck drivers rarely get injured or deceased. Common statistics point to the fact that trucks, 18 wheelers, tractor trailers, and similar vehicles cause auto accidents which result in a very large number of wrongful deaths and severe injury cases. Truck Accidents Statistics The latest statistics from truck accidents show that passengers of smaller automobiles are the ones that end up losing their lives. The stats also show that truck braking capability is a huge factor in truck crashes. A loaded large truck takes 20% – 50% more road to stop when compared to cars, and this percentage is even higher on wet or slippery roads. If the brakes of the truck are poorly maintained, things get even worse. Statistics From 2013 Show That: Truck accidents caused 3602 fatalities 16% of these fatalities were truck occupants 67% of these fatalities were occupants of cars and other passenger…Read More

Florida is the heart of general aviation in the United States. Figures from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirm that Florida is second only to California in the number of FAA certified pilots. If an aviation accident occurs, the residents of South Florida can rely only on the aviation accident lawyers at the Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A. Aviation Accidents Statistics Recent Data Shows That, In The 21st Century, Pilot Errors Are Mostly The Cause Of Aviation Accidents: 57% of fatal aviation accident crashes were cause by pilot errors – 18% were weather related, and 5% were mechanical related, with the remaining 34% being miscellaneous pilot errors Weather accounted for 6% of all the fatal crashes Mechanical failures accounted for 22% Sabotage – 9% Other human errors – 6% Data from the Statistical Summary of Commercial Jet Airplane Accidents shows that the most onboard fatalities of aviation accidents occur during the cruise and the takeoff phases of the flight – 16% each. Aviation Accidents Statistics For The Rest Of The Phases: Initial climb – 14% onboard fatalities Climb – 13% Descent – 4% Initial approach –…Read More

Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration attributes close to 43,000 car accident fatalities to reckless driving accidents. Reckless driving can be dangerous not only for the passengers in the vehicle, but also for innocent pedestrians and people in the other vehicles on the road. Most Common Causes Of Reckless Driving There are a lot of causes when it comes to reckless driving. However, the most common ones include: Mobile phones – texting or talking on the phone while driving is one of the biggest causes of major auto accidents. Alcohol – more than ¼ of all auto accidents and more than 1/3 of fatal crashes are caused by a driver driving under the influence. Speed – it’s no good if you speed and don’t get where you are supposed to go. Slow down and think about the other drivers on the road as well as for the pedestrians on the sidewalk. Performing other tasks – eating, putting on makeup, changing clothes, etc, should not be done while you are behind the wheel. Red lights – the lights are there for a reason. Do…Read More

Pedestrians are at a very high risk of being hit by cars or other vehicles, especially in the big cities. Pedestrian accidents can result in serious injuries and even death, if the motorist is completely irresponsible. If you take a look at some pedestrian accidents video or some pedestrian accidents caught on tape, you would understand the dangers that befall pedestrians every single day. Most Common Causes Of Pedestrian Accidents Most of the pedestrian accidents can actually be prevented by taking the necessary safety measures. However, when such an accident does occur, it is usually for one of these several reasons: Speeding – The leading cause of pedestrian accidents in Florida, and a major hazard on pedestrian streets. When a motorist is driving above the speed limit, we have a recipe for disaster. Ignoring stop signs – Throughout the state of Florida, we have all kinds of frustration among drivers that are in a rush, but also have to comply with the road rules. Usually, drivers almost completely ignore stop signs which can lead to pedestrian accidents. Ignoring surroundings – If drivers are not cautious…Read More

Estimates of 450,000 Americans receive hospital and emergency room treatment for burn injuries every year. However, these statistics don’t take into account the burn injuries treated in private medical offices, hospital clinics, or community health centers across the country. More than 44% of all admissions to burn centers result from fire or flame burns while 33% of them are a consequence of scalding injuries caused by wet or moist heat. Direct contact with a hot source, Electrical burns, and chemical burns account for 9%, 4%, and 3% respectively for all burn injuries in the U.S. The remaining 7% are a result from miscellaneous sources. If you or a loved one has suffered a burn injury through no fault of their own, they may be entitled to a compensation for the damages caused. Our lawyers have an outstanding track record of dealing with burn injury cases and will do everything in their power to get you the reimbursement you deserve. Burn Injuries In Children Every parent tries to teach their children not to play with fire, but fire accidents do occur. They can be caused by…Read More

Wrongful death is the legal term used to describe the death of some person for which another person is responsible. For instance, deaths caused by distracted driving, nursing home negligence, and other related events may be classified as wrongful deaths under the law. Wrongful Death Damages Usually, there are two categories of wrongful death damages which are typically defined by two distinct time periods. The first category permits recovery of damages that were experienced by the deceased from the moment of the negligent act that caused the death until the time of the decedent’s death. For instance, in the case of a car accident, this damages category will cover the time from the occurrence of the crash until the person eventually dies from their accident injuries. There is no limit to the time frame so it can span, for example, just a few hours or more than a week. The Damages In This Category Include: Medical expenses The deceased person’s mental and physical pain and suffering The deceased’s lost wages Funeral and burial expenses The second category of wrongful death damages covers those losses experienced…Read More

A birth injury is quite simply a damage sustained during the birthing process. Most usually, birth injuries occur during the transit through the birth canal. In very rare cases, nerves can be damaged or bones can be broken. Whatever the case is, you will most probably require the expertise of a birth injury attorney. But first, a little more important information about birth injuries. Types Of Birth Injury In a 2006 study on Expanded Health Data From the New Birth Certificate, it was shown that a total of 2,073,368 births involved a birth injury. The study included 19 states. Among the injuries, significant ones reported by the National Vital Statistics Reports for the Center for Disease Control were skeletal fractures, soft tissue/solid organ hemorrhage, and peripheral nerve damage. In addition to these injuries, there were another 10 which were most common: Brachial Plexus Injuries (BPI) – damage to the bundle of nerves that originate from the upper spine and go through the neck, shoulder, arm, and hand. Damage to these nerves can result in mild and temporary disability or a permanent one (10% of the…Read More