According to the Shriners of North America, fire is responsible for 600 deaths of children 14 and under each year. Another 3,400 children experience burn injuries as a result of fire. Almost half of children who sustain fire-related injuries are younger than 5 years of age. According to the Shriners…
Many injuries each year occur in homes. You can make your home safer for yourself and your family by using this checklist to accident-proof your home: *Does your homes have enough smoke detectors and are the alarms in good condition? Batteries should be replaced frequently. Smoke detectors are your first…
Most homes in Florida today have microwave ovens. Microwaves allow for easy reheating, cooking, and thawing. However, according to the FDA, microwave ovens can also potentially lead to serious burn injuries. According to the FDA, there have been reports of serious skin burning and scalding, especially on people’s faces and…
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a consumer alert regarding common household batteries. Studies conducted show that about approximately 3,700 people annually are treated in emergency rooms for chemical burns caused by common household batteries. About 20% of these victims, according to the CPSC, are children 16…
While many of us assume that burns occur mainly in fires, this is not the case. Burns from hot water and from chemicals are also very common in Florida and across the country. Chemical burns, especially, can occur in car accidents, construction accidents, and in other situations where a corrosive…
Burn injuries in Florida each year cause serious damage. These personal injuries are not only very painful, but they can cause scarring and permanent damage to physical appearance that can be very traumatic. Serious burn wounds can even affect the tendons, muscles, and even the organs protected by the skin,…
According to the University of Missouri, almost 2 million people are treated annually for burns in the US. Of these, about 112 000 cases are scald burns caused by hot water. Although many people associate burn injuries with fires, the National Safety Council reports that the US has the highest…
Now that it is summer in Florida, late summer parties and the coming long weekends will inevitably mean fireworks. Fireworks have a fascinating history that goes back to ancient China, and Pyrotechnics can mean a beautiful show, but bright sparks all to often mean burn injuries and other serious personal…
Now that summer has arrived in Florida, more barbequing and more time spent at home, combined with hot, dry conditions can create the ideal environment for home fires. Those who are interested in camping and spending time outdoors, too, must obviously worry about fires in forests and other natural environments.…
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), there are a number of common products that cause burn injuries each year. Unfortunately, many people are simply not aware of the dangers. The Florida attorneys at The Law Offices of Flaxman & Lopez want everyone to be aware of these…