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• 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.

• Car Accidents - Parking Lots

  Rob Quattrocci | June 11, 2007 12:45 PM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  We have to be extremely careful when travelling in busy parking lots as pedestrians are constantly crossing and children can dart out from parked vehicles. Most shopping centers now have appropriate traffic devices and cross walks however some older ones have yet to be designed. In any event, regardless of the parking lot please drive slowly and watch for pedestrians.Recently, a man was struck...

• Construction Season in Full Force

  Joe Stanley | June 11, 2007 11:00 AM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  As anyone who drives or travels around construction of all kind is taking place. Driver must pay close attention to avoid crashes with construction or other vehicles. Construction worker who have a very hazardous job need to take extra care. If you or anyone you know is hurt in a construction accident or fall document the injuries get witnesses names pictures if possible. If it is anything more...

• More Attacks on Tort System

  Joe Stanley | June 11, 2007 10:39 AM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  It is easy to take one set of facts and say it applies to everyone. This tactic is used by those attacking the tort system on a regular basis. They use absurd or unusual cases to justify their demands for a change in the system. For example we can all agree thatPhysicians are expected to evaluate their patients thoroughly and act in their best interest. Lawyers are expected, within reasonable...

• Motorcycle Accident - Be careful as the weather can change quickly

  Rob Quattrocci | June 06, 2007 11:35 AM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  Anyone that has driven a motorcycle knows that ideally we do not want to be out in inclement weather. The wet roads typically become slick and thus dangerous. Last night an unfortunate cyclist was out in the bad weather and hit a curve too quickly. He was not discovered on the roadway until eight hours later and apparently suffered serious spinal injuries.As indicated by the report:Madison...

• Homeowners Insurance - what does it really cover

  Rob Quattrocci | June 05, 2007 1:03 PM | 0 CommentsSyracuse, NY

  Many Americans, at least those who are not attorneys, have never read their homeowners insurance policies. However, I would suggest that everyone pull out their policy and read the endorsements and exclusions as you may not have the coverage that you need. Most insurance policies without a seperate endorsement do not cover damage from floods, termites etc.As indicated by a recent survey: A...