Freeport Injury Law Blog
Puncture wounds and infection
At the time of injury, a puncture wound may not appear to be as bad as a surface wound. It's a smaller hole, rather than a gash, and it may not bleed as much. Maybe you stepped on a nail on a commercial property or got involved in a car accident or got bitten by a...
Studies show that drivers get closer to bicyclists with helmets
Bike helmets are perhaps the most important safety equipment for cyclists all over New York. They reduce the odds of serious head injuries, brain injuries and even death. They do help, and every cyclist should wear one. That said, there's one key way in which a helmet...
Your first home: What to look for
You're searching for your first home. It's exciting, but you admittedly have no idea what to look for when you walk in the front door. You end up just looking for a home that is aesthetically pleasing, that suits your taste. While this is where many people begin, it...
It’s critical to know how to use lockout systems
When using heavy machinery such as hydraulic presses, it's important to know how to use lockout/tagout systems to stay safe on the job. The problem, essentially, is that workers can get injured when someone else starts a machine at an inopportune time. For instance,...
Spinal cord injuries and unique treatment options
Among the most difficult types of injuries to treat are spinal cord injuries. In many cases, they do not heal, or the level of healing is very limited. Part of the reason for this is a lack of regeneration by the nerve cells that were injured in the initial accident....
Will you know a trench collapse is coming?
For trench workers, few things are as concerning as the possibility of a trench collapse. The weight of dirt and stone is far greater than many people realize -- up to 3,000 pounds per cubic yard, according to Safety and Health Magazine -- but workers are well aware...
Can a brain injury impact your sense of smell?
Depending on the type of brain injury you suffer from, it can have all manner of negative impacts on your health and your life. Some people struggle with their memory, their mobility and their emotional state. Even within these common areas, the specific issues...
Top reasons you may find yourself in a dispute with your neighbor
In an ideal world, you and your neighbor will get along. You may even become friends. You'll share dinners in the backyard or you'll talk over the fence. Unfortunately, we do not always live in an ideal world. Many people end up having some serious disputes with their...
Personality traits and dangerous driving habits
Some people seem to have dangerous driving habits that they just cannot shake. They make the same mistakes and take the same chances over and over again. If you have to ride with them or drive around them, you feel like an accident is simply bound to happen at some...
Falling asleep at the wheel? These tips can help
Have you ever nodded off behind the wheel? If you have, you know how frightening it can be. In most cases, it just lasts for a second. But, as your eyes snap back open and you realize you almost fell asleep, adrenaline surges through your body. You know how close you...
