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Virginia workers can suffer from serious head injuriesHead injuries are a serious danger facing many Virginia workers, especially those engaged in risky jobs like construction. There are several different types of head injuries that a worker can experience, and the symptoms can range from mild headaches to severe memory loss. Workers must also consider the long-term issues they might face after sustaining an injury to the head.
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How much do you know about motorcycle road dangers?Motorcycle riders face a variety of hazards on the road every day: distracted drivers, aggressive truckers, dangerous weather conditions, and much more. One kind of road hazard can sneak up on an unsuspecting biker: unsafe road conditions like bridge joints, expansion joints, and uneven road surfaces. Bikers need to be alert for these dangerous road conditions in order to stay safe and avoid accidents, injuries, and even death.
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Did officials ignore hazardous working conditions at a Virginia University?A Virginia university is taking heat after investigation of its Fine Arts building suggests that officials did not take warnings about dangerous silica dust seriously. An art professor was diagnosed in 2005 with silicosis resulting from long-term inhalation of silica dust, and even since that diagnosis there is concern that school officials have not taken the situation seriously enough. A Workers’ Compensation commission investigation of the professor’s illness resulted in permanent disability benefits being awarded to the professor.
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Virginia Nursing Homes and Restraint AbuseThe use of physical or chemical restraints in Virginia nursing homes is a controversial topic. Learn about when restraint abuse is not justified in Virginia.
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Will Emergency Responders Be Able to Find You After a Crash?For many Virginians, a cell phone is more than just a convenience: it is a necessity, so integral a part of their lives that many people no longer have land-lines. Unfortunately, when incapacitated in an injury, some accident victims may find emergency help delayed or unable to find them because of problems tracking their emergency cell phone signal. Car crash victims are especially vulnerable, since accidents can leave people unable to accurately describe the location of the crash, hampering rescue efforts.
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How to Spot the Signs of Financial Abuse of the ElderlyOne often-overlooked type of nursing home abuse in Virginia is financial abuse of an elderly person. Learn how you can spot the signs of nursing home financial abuse.
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Can smart cars prevent crashes caused by medical emergency?The stuff of science fiction and engineering daydreams is becoming a reality for some car manufacturers. Cars designed to protect occupants when the driver experiences a serious medical event are being developed and tested in Germany. While ‘vigilant vehicles’ are a long way from hitting Virginia roads, designers hope that the technology embedded in these vehicles can prevent serious car crashes or at least reduce their severity.
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Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and NeglectThe prospect of elder abuse or neglect is one thing that worries families who have entrusted the care of a loved one to a Virginia nursing home or assisted living facility.
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Spinal Cord Injury and Motor Vehicle AccidentsA spinal cord injury can be devastating for the victim of a car or truck accident. Depending on the severity of the damage, injury to the spinal cord can result in partial or complete paralysis, breathing difficulty, loss of sensation, and more. If you’ve been injured in a serious motor vehicle accident and suspect that you have sustained damage to your spinal cord, contact the Northern Virginia attorneys at Dulaney, Lauer, and Thomas.
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Distracted drivers are major cause of Virginia auto accidentsDistracted driving behaviors are receiving increased attention from lawmakers and law enforcement officials in Virginia. Considering that distracted drivers are involved in up to 80% of all traffic accidents, it is no surprise that authorities are concerned about what people are doing behind the wheel. You might be surprised how common distracted driving is in the United States. There are steps every driver can take to focus more on the road and less on distracting activities.
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Protection for Virginia Workers with Serious Brain Injuries DeniedWhat could be more terrifying to find out that someone you love was found so severely injured on the job that nobody knows what happened to them?
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4 Ways to Keep your Virginia Auto Insurance Rates DownDuring tough economic times, Virginians are looking for ways to save a few dollars. One way to do this is to take a look at your auto insurance premium.
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