Smoke detectors are everywhere for good reason. They’re mandated by law in most Virginia buildings because they significantly reduce the risk of property damage and death. While detectors designed to prevent fire are ubiquitous, there’s another risk that people may not realize — one that…
Sadly, on January 29, 2025, 67 people died in the U.S.’s deadliest plane crash in recent history. The last major aviation accident in Washington, D.C., occurred in 1982 and took the lives of 78 passengers. The midair collision between the Blackhawk helicopter and American Airlines…
There are many injuries you can suffer in a car accident, but whiplash is one of the most common. Approximately 65 percent of all car accident victims, and about three million Americans, suffer whiplash injuries every year. In 2023, there were more than 125,000 car…
Families want to trust nursing homes to care for their loved ones, and while Virginia has regulations in place to ensure that safety measures are followed, nursing home injuries can still happen. When they do, it is crucial that the resident receives prompt medical attention,…
It only takes a fraction of a second for an electrical accident to alter your life forever. Regardless of the cause, these excruciatingly painful incidents can lead to permanent injuries, including cardiac arrest, nerve damage, and thermal burns. In the worst cases, electrical accidents can…
Facing the decision to move a loved one into a nursing home can be heart-wrenching. Still, these facilities can provide essential care that may be difficult to achieve at home. Virginia law dictates that nursing home residents are treated with respect and dignity, backed by…
Modern medicine has led to increased longevity for Americans. There are currently around 62 million adults aged 65 and older in the U.S., which is expected to rise to 84 million in the next 30 years. Increased lifespan has also brought a rise in elder…
Bakersfield, CA – On the afternoon of Sunday, June 1, 2025, a single-vehicle rollover collision left a man with major injuries, according to KBAK. The Bakersfield Police report that the crash occurred around 3:17 PM on the westbound onramp to Westside Parkway from Truxtun Avenue.…
Folsom, CA – On the afternoon of Tuesday, May 27, 2025, a single-vehicle collision resulted in the death of one person, according to a news release from The Sacramento Bee. The Folsom Police Department reports that the accident took place around 4:00 PM at the…
Stockton, CA – On the early morning of Friday, May 30, 2025, a single-vehicle crash resulted in possible major injuries, according to KCRA. The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 3:52 AM near eastbound Highway 4, just east of Tracy Boulevard…
