Running is a great activity and can be especially enjoyable in Hollywood and the rest of South Florida, where mild weather and lots of sunshine can mean many days of the year are available for joggers and runners. However, sports injuries in Hollywood and South Florida are quite common with runners. This type of activity, while beneficial, does put extra strain on your joints, ankles, and knees, and can lead to serious injuries. Runners can suffer repetitive strain injuries, torn ligaments, trip and fall injuries, and other injuries. To prevent these types of painful problems, here are a few tips to run safely:
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Finding a Good Orthopedic Surgeon After Your Sports Injury
If you have suffered a sports injury in Hollywood or anywhere in South Florida, you may need to find an orthopedic surgeon to start treatment. In fact, you may need an orthopedic surgeon if you have been in a car accident or have sustained serious injuries any other way.
How can you be sure you choose the right surgeon for your needs? There are a few steps you can take: Continue reading →
Stay Safe While Playing PokemonGo
Many South Florida police departments have issued safety tips about PokemonGo, the popular game which allows players to play interactively and “in the real world” by using phones and other mobile devices. The popularity of the game has led to a number of car accidents and other injuries across the country and around the world.
If you’re playing the game, there are several things you can do to stay safe:
Prevent Sports-Related Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder injuries are one of the more common sports-related injuries. They are also a common injury sustained in the workplace and in other situations. In fact, in 2012 about 15.6 million doctors’ visits occurred due to shoulder issues.
In many cases, shoulder pain and shoulder injuries are avoidable. You can avoid shoulder injuries by:
Mold Contamination and Exposure in Homestead and Florida
Mold contamination and exposure can occur in homes, workplaces, or other environments. Usually, mold occurs due to incorrect installation, poor property maintenance, or excessive moisture. Mold is always preventable, so if you have been exposed to this toxin, it’s important to investigate. You may also want to contact a personal injury attorney in Homestead or your area to find out whether you have a legal claim. An attorney can help you determine whether you have a claim and can guide you through the right steps to secure your claim.
A mold contamination claim in Homestead or your community can happen in a few scenarios. It may occur if you rent a home and your landlord or property manager is potentially liable for not properly maintaining the building. If you have purchased a home, you may have a claim against the previous seller if they knew about mold contamination problems but did not inform you. If you have recently renovated your home and mold contamination occurred afterwards due to negligent work which allowed the mold to grow, you may have a claim against the contractor or renovation company.
Evaluating a Business for Safety in Hollywood and Southern Florida
Whether your business is looking to work with another company in southern Florida, or you are a new employee starting a position at a business, or you will be interacting with an organization for some other reason, there are lots of situations where you need to effectively determine how safe a business is. For example, if you will be working with a southern Florida supplier, you may need to ensure that they are safe so your company will be less likely to face litigation. If you’re a new employee, you want to make sure your new employers are taking your safety seriously.
No matter what your reasons for investigating, there are several ways to tell whether a business is safe:
Stay Safe in Large Crowds in Miami and South Florida
At this time of year, large crowds at Miami and area events are commonplace. Whether you’re attending a music festival, special get-together, or other special event in South Florida, it’s not uncommon to see tens of thousands – or even more – people in the audience or crowd.
Crowds aren’t without their risks. There’s always the risk of pickpocketing, trampling, panic, and other serious injuries. If you are in any crowd, there are a few ways to stay safe:
Summer Safety in Miami and Southern Florida
Now that summer is upon us, it’s time to focus on summer safety. Children will be home from school for a few months and summer activities, while fun, come with their own hazards.
We think of summer as a carefree time, but summer holidays may mean a higher risk of DUIs while more tourists on the roads can mean more traffic congestion and a potential for car accidents. In addition, the high heat and the glare can contribute to traffic collisions while summer activities can mean water-related injuries or fire hazards. When it comes to summer, you want to have fun, of course, but safety needs to come first. Doing just a few things now can mean a whole summer with less risk for you and your family.
Staying Safe During Hot Homestead and South Florida Summers
South Florida and Homestead are known for their beautiful weather, but all the sunshine and heat can mean heat-related illnesses, such as sunstroke and heat exhaustion. To stay safe this summer, you’ll want to take these precautions:
1) Watch weather forecasts.
Set up an app on your phone or watch regularly so you’ll be alerted if there is a heat warning in your area. You will be given extra advice if there is, giving you the information you need to stay safe.
Safe Travel Tips for Hollywood, Miami, and Florida
In the spring and summer, millions of people travel to Miami in Hollywood from outside the state to take part in our tourism opportunities. Hollywood and Miami have much to offer, including world-class restaurants, art galleries, beaches, and more.
If you’ll be traveling to the South Florida area this year, we at Flaxman Law Group want to ensure you have a terrific time. Part of that means staying safe. While millions of people travel to Hollywood and Miami without any issues each year, there are a few things you can do to avoid any potential hazards: