Año: 2020
Safety Group Releases Annual List of Top 10 ‘Worst’ Toys
CHICAGO – Although intended for fun and entertainment, many toys can contain hidden hazards that put children at risk of injury or death. To help parents make smart and safe decisions this holiday season, World Against Toys Causing Harm Inc. has announced their annual list of “10 Worst Toys” of…
What Medical Errors and Near Misses Can Teach Us About the Healthcare System
Despite the best efforts of healthcare organizations and the people who work for them, medical errors are far more common than anyone would like. Studies show that 10% to 12% of patients experience harm in some form while they are in the hospital. That’s the estimation of Patient Safety Network,…
Waukegan Police Officer Fatally Shoots Teen After Car Reverses During Traffic Stop
WAUKEGAN, Ill. (October 22, 2020) – A Waukegan police officer shot two people Tuesday night — fatally wounding a 19 year old — after the car they were in allegedly reversed during a traffic stop. Preliminary autopsy results confirm 19-year-old Marcellis Stinnette “died from injuries due to a gunshot” fired by…
Two Workers in Critical Condition After Accident at Wheeling Water Tower
WHEELING, Ill. (June 12, 2020) – Two workers were critically injured on Friday after a scaffold they were on broke inside a Wheeling water tower, officials said. Officials say crews were sandblasting and painting the inside of the tower when the scaffold apparently broke around 9 a.m. It took rescue…
Watch for Warning Signs of Elder Abuse and Neglect During COVID-19
Elder abuse and neglect may be on the rise during the coronavirus pandemic, the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) warns. Many people are stressed and burned out during this time, which can make essential workers – such as nursing home staff – more likely to lash out against elderly…
FDA Orders Zantac Pulled Off Market Due to Cancer Link
For years, millions of Americans have taken Zantac to relieve indigestion, sour stomach, ulcers, reflux, and heartburn. However, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is now ordering companies to pull ranitidine medications – including those sold under the brand name Zantac ─ off the market after finding potentially dangerous…
Parents Warned Against Throwing Pseudo-Prom Parties Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
CHICAGO (March 30, 2020) – The coronavirus outbreak has disrupted the every day lives of Americans from coast to coast. Many people have had to cancel weddings, vacations, and other large gatherings to comply with local shelter in place orders. One group of people who have been seriously impacted by…
Later School Start Times Tied to Decrease in Teen-Related Car Crashes
Have you ever tried to motivate a teenager to get out of bed at the break of dawn (or even before the sun was up)? For many teens, early school start times mean there is no choice but to rise, shine, and get on the road to school early in…
Partners Tara Devine and Jennifer Ashley Present at Butterfield Elementary Career Day
LIBERTYVILLE, Ill. – On Friday, February 21, 2020, Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard Partners Tara R. Devine and Jennifer L. Ashley presented at Butterfield Elementary School’s annual Career Day. Ms. Devine and Ms. Ashley taught the elementary school students what it is like to be a lawyer and helped them put…
How Do You Talk About Crashes: ‘Car Accidents’ Or ‘Traffic Violence’?
When a motor vehicle hits another vehicle, a pedestrian, or a cyclist, the results can be devastating. Victims may suffer catastrophic or fatal injuries. More often than not, there is someone to blame. Although a majority of crashes could be prevented, it is common to refer to these incidents as…
