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• Automobile Accidents - Teens

  Rob Quattrocci | June 27, 2007 4:40 PM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  Once again last night five teenagers died in a car accident near Rochester. Apparently, the driver overcorrected after a passing maneuver and went into the lane of a tractor trailer. However the case remains under investigation.We have had numerous tragedies involving high school students in the past few months. I am not that far removed to remember what it was like being a teen and the risks...

• Pants Case

  Rob Quattrocci | June 26, 2007 3:42 PM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  I believe that everyone has heard of the case of the gentleman suing a dry cleaner for in excess of 50 million dollars for losing his pants. Every news organization is broadcasting that the case was dismissed and arguing that cases like these are the reason we need tort reform. However, the system did what it is supposed to i.e. dismissed a meritlous case. Look, every profession has members...

• Yet another motorcycle accident - Lysander

  Rob Quattrocci | June 25, 2007 11:32 AM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  Over the weekend another cyclist was injured due to an inattentive motorist.Benjamin M. West, 25, of 3845 Eager Road, Jamesville, was riding the bike at Route 370 and Highland Drive at 9:30 p.m. when he collided with a westbound car driven by Steven D. Bacon, 45, of 404 Third St., Liverpool. http://blog.syracuse.com/news/2007/06/motorcyclist_in_critical_condi.htmlOnce again the driver of the car...

• Motorcycle Accidents(2)

  Rob Quattrocci | June 22, 2007 11:04 AM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  It appears that motorcycle accidents are on the rise this summer as there have been many horrific accidents over the last month. Again, this morning a driver did not see a motorcyclist causing a collision which caused the cyclist to sustain serious injuries.Peter Nato, 30, of Sherrill, was driving a 2004 Suzuki motorcycle south on Route 46 when Bethany Dingman, 21, of Rome, was traveling north...

• Accidents and Surgery

  Joe Stanley | June 21, 2007 9:18 AM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  Construction sites are a dangerous place. Serious back injuries occur frequently. The treatment can be long and painful and not always successful. Does Anyone 'Need' Spine Surgery?Elective Surgery for Back Pain: Facts and Myths This article gives some insight to the treatment of low back disorders.If you are injured in a car crash fall or any kind of accident this is good reading.

• Over the Counter Remedies(2)

  Joe Stanley | June 21, 2007 9:07 AM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  Sunscreen WarningsCritics Warn Labels Mislead Shoppers and Need Regulation. This study shows the dangers unsuspecting consumers face in shopping for ordinary over the counter remedies. Labels are misleading unclear or worse. The government seems to follow the rule let the buyer beware. Sounds like the snake oil days of the 19th century. Call your representatives and demand a change to this...

• Outdoor Recreation and Injuries

  Joe Stanley | June 21, 2007 8:59 AM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  14-year-old Girl Rescued from Chittenango Falls Gorge. This story represents the hazzards that lurk when we enjoy the outdoors. Be careful and appreciate the dangers of nature.When in large groups make sure everyone knows the general safety rules and what to do if there is a fall.

• Hospital Safety

  Joe Stanley | June 19, 2007 8:49 AM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  Everyone should be involved in their own medical care do not be afraid to ask questions and research the hospital and its facilities. Check out this website and the associated links. Contact the New York Health Department for further information.Better to be safe than sorry.For further information please refer to our section on Medical Malpractice.

• Accidents and Insurance Companies

  Joe Stanley | June 18, 2007 2:20 PM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  Do Not assume your insurance company has your best interest at heart. If you are involved in any type of vehicle crash or suffer any serious personal injury you must beware in pursuing your legal rights. In the book The Growing Problem of Insurance Underpayment, by Todd A. Smith & Shoshana T. Bookson, the authors discuss the difficulty an average citizen has in pursuing a claim and in being...

• Motorcycle Safety

  Joe Stanley | June 18, 2007 10:20 AM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  "Fatal Motorcycle Crash In Scriba". Another fatal motorcycle crash. Please be careful if you are tired or have any reason to believe you shouldn't drive don,t!.Don,t let anyone else drive who cannot safely do so.If need more information on this subject matter, please refer to our section on Automobile and Motorcycle Accidents.