Tag: Young Adults
Common Winter Sports Injuries
Author Dixon Law OfficePosted on Categories ice, Serious Injury, Skiing, Sledding, snow, Snowboarding, sports injury Sledding, skiing, ice skating and snow boarding are the outdoor sports of choice this time of year. However, Chicago area winter sports injuries can be serious and sometimes even fatal. Common injuries from winter sports include sprains, strains, dislocations andContinue reading
Tips for a Safe July 4th Water Hazards
Author Dixon Law OfficePosted on Categories Children, drowning, swimming pool, wrongful death, Young Adults Fourth of July weekend means it’s time for trips to the lake or pool, fireworks displays and backyard barbecues. But, it’s also a time that can easily be marred with dangers. Protect your loved ones with the following tips andContinue reading
June is PTSD Awareness Month
The National Center for PTSD has designated June as PTSD Awareness Month, aiming to spread the word about posttraumatic stress disorder and its effective treatments. After a trauma or life-threatening event, it is common to have reactions such as upsettingContinue reading
Preventable Injuries Part Three Age 25 to 64
Author Dixon Law OfficePosted on Categories drug overdose, Older Adults, opioid, prescription drugs, wrongful death, Young Adults Next up in our series on the National Safety Council’s National Safety Month this June is a look at the leading cause of preventable death for those aged 25 to 64. We are sharing what you should know about preventableContinue reading
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month and You Are Not Alone
Author Dixon Law OfficePosted on Categories brain injury, concussion, Serious Injury, sports injury, Young Adults Each year the Brain Injury Association of America leads the brain injury community in raising awareness about brain injuries by designating the month of March as a time to recognize and support the millions of Americans who live with brainContinue reading
Do You Have a Peanut or Food Allergy Legal Case?
Living with and managing a food allergy is a lifelong commitment requiring constant awareness. Eating can be a life-or-death situation for those who are allergic to peanuts and other nuts, as well as those who have a dairy, soy orContinue reading
New Illinois Laws for 2016 Boating Safety
We wrap up our discussion on some of the most significant new 2016 Illinois Laws with a look at new regulations regarding boating. Boating Safety – All boaters born after January 1, 1998, operating a boat with a 10-horsepower engineContinue reading
New Illinois Laws for 2016 Underage Drinkers
Author Dixon Law OfficePosted on Categories Serious Injury, underage drinking, wrongful death, Young Adults Continuing our series on New Illinois Laws in 2016 is a look at new regulations involving underage drinkers. Underage Drinker Immunity – In 2016, underage drinkers who call 911 for help will have immunity. This new law provides legal protectionContinue reading
New Illinois Laws for 2016 Concussions
Continuing our look at new laws for 2016, new regulations regarding Concussions are among the hundreds of new laws passed by Illinois lawmakers that took effect on January 1, 2016. Concussions – A new law now mandates all Illinois highContinue reading
Halloween Safety Part 1 Haunted House Liability
Each fall, people flock to attractions like haunted houses, pumpkin farms and hay rides as they celebrate the season. It comes as no surprise that many people are injured at these events and attractions, as many involve large crowds andContinue reading