Author: Patrick A. Salvi
Vehicle Accidents In The Workplace
Vehicle accidents in the workplace are among the most common workplace accidents in Illinois and across the country. As the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports, 63 of the fatal occupational injuries that occurred in Illinois in 2013 were transportation-related accidents. Nationally, about 16 percent of fatal transportation incidents (284…
Why Do Infants Suffer Brain Damage and Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral palsy is a condition that can severely affect a person’s muscle tone and control of body movements. According to United Cerebral Palsy: According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, cerebral palsy arises from brain damage that can occur before, during or after an infant’s birth. The following is a…
The NFL’s Head-Scratching Concussion Statistics
How many concussions – or mild traumatic brain injuries – did National Football League players suffer in 2012? It depends on which source you rely on. According to the NFL 2014 Player Health & Safety Report, there were 261 concussions in 2012. However, PBS Frontline Concussion Watch reports 171 concussions…
School Bus Cameras Will Put Drivers to the Test
In an effort to prevent pedestrian accidents, a local school has introduced a new kind safety tool which uses a device to take pictures of drivers who ignore the “stop” sign on the side of school buses. The Daily Herald reports that Palatine Township Elementary District 15 in Rolling Meadows,…
Prevention History of Brain Injury in Football
Today, there are pending concussion-related lawsuits against the NFL, NCAA and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS). Millions upon millions of dollars are being dedicated to medical research and improvements to helmets and other safety equipment. New rules are also being introduced at all levels of the sport…
Can Art Help Children with Cerebral Palsy?
Throughout time, people have turned to art as a source of inspiration. By either creating or appreciating art, people have been able to find relief from stress, peace and joy. Research indicates that art can also provide specific therapeutic benefits to children injured at birth who are now suffering from…
Stryker Citation and Other Stryker Hip Replacement Side Effects
The Stryker Citation is a hip replacement component tipped with titanium. Used along with the Accolade and Meridian, the Citation constitutes parts of a hip implant. Approximately 20,000 people are using Stryker hip replacements in the United States alone. But the implants have been coming under fire for the same…
Conserve Plus Total Hip Resurfacing System Side Effects
The Conserve Plus Total hip Resurfacing System, manufactured by Wright Medical Technology, is a hip resurfacing device. The device gained FDA approval in 2009 as one of a number of metal-on-metal hip replacements that have entered the market. The device manufacturer claims it has a wide range of motion for…
Be Alert to the Signs of Nursing Home Trust Fund Abuse
Nursing home staff and administrators are tasked with every aspect of residents’ lives, from ensuring they receive their medicines on schedule to managing their personal finances. Because elderly residents are so dependent on others for their care, they are vulnerable to abuse, including financial abuse. A recent article in USA…
Claims for Negligent Entrustment of a Vehicle
In all lawsuits involving motor vehicle accidents, our attention as lawyers is naturally directed towards the conduct of the drivers themselves. However, is it possible that someone who wasn’t driving the vehicle, or even physically present at the time of the accident, could also be liable for it? The answer…
