It’s that time of year again. The weather has warmed up and the sun is out, making everyone wish he or she were outside. Once summer hits, my family spends most of our weekends at the lake on our boat. Even though I am aware of the boating laws and responsibilities, I was completely naïve to something called “boaters hypnosis.”

What is a Cold Therapy System? Usually, these are cryo-therapy devices prescribed by orthopedic surgeons and podiatrists after a surgical procedure. Their purpose is to minimize pain and swelling related to the surgery. With a proper prescription, these devices might even be covered by your health insurance.

Let’s start with what medical malpractice is “not.” It is not just a “bad medical result.” If the medicine the doctor prescribes doesn’t solve the problem, it doesn’t mean that the doctor is guilty of …

Spring and summer bring warmer weather, outdoor cookouts, and pool parties. Whether you are kicked back on the deck, or hanging out at the lake or pool, often times alcohol is involved. In fact, alcohol is the most commonly used and most widely abused drug in the world.

It is summer, and the children in most areas are out of school. What do kids often do when out of school? They play in the street. I know, because I used to do it. My own children did it as well. Riding bikes, learning to ride bikes, playing ball or street hockey, are all fun things to do.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC”) is investigating many reports of the Apple iPod overheating, and in some cases, catching on fire. In one investigation, a news organization in Seattle, Washington, found three cases of injuries from the iPod catching fire. One victim had the iPod burn her as she was using it on a jog. Another woman, who received her iPod for Christmas, burned her hand as well after a few uses.

Aircraft operators, passengers and users of our transportation system are a very trusting group of folks. They take to the skies, roadways, railways and sea in machines that have been meticulously maintained and tested by people that have gained their confidence through displays of dedication, skill and integrity. All of these so called “people movers” have been designed, manufactured and tested to conform to some type of standards established by specialists. These are unique people who take their given profession and responsibilities so seriously that sometimes it controls their lives.

It is that time of year again when we can take time to bask in the sunshine. We all enjoy spending time outdoors with our friends and family while looking for ways to cool off and relax. Here’s a comprehensive list of summer safety tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the National Library of Medicine and the American Red Cross to help keep you and your children safe this summer as you enjoy the outdoors.

My only son James Michael Anderson was killed while operating a friend’s All Terrain Vehicle (“ATV”) in 2004. This personal catastrophe plunged me into a deep despair and a determination to learn about ATVs – of which I knew nothing.

It depends on the law in your state or municipality and the facts of the case when determining who is responsible for a dog bite. In most states under the common law, dogs got “one free bite.” What this means is that a dog owner had no liability to a person that his dog injured, if that was the first time the dog had displayed dangerous propensities (i.e., bit somebody).

If you have elderly parents or friends or care for them in the home, fall prevention must be taken into consideration so that they have a safe and secure living environment. Falls can have a devastating effect on the elderly. Statistics indicate that almost one in three seniors living in their own home or the home of adult children caregivers suffers a serious fall at least once a year.

Information from this time line was obtained through a variety of sources, including Time Magazine’s time line of Toyota’s checkered history of safety problems and my own independent research…September 1986 -The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) orders its first recall of Toyota vehicles because of “speed control” problems.

Toyota’s sudden acceleration problem gained national attention late last year, but has been known to independent safety experts – and, more importantly, to Toyota – for more than a decade. Toyota’s sudden unintended acceleration problems began in September 1986 when the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) ordered its first recall of Toyota vehicles because of speed control problems.

The window blind recall issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC”) last December – the one that targeted 50 million Roman shades and roll-up blinds – was one of the biggest product recalls in the nation’s history. The recall was sparked by a growing number of incidents where infants were getting caught in the cords of the blinds and strangling themselves, with five deaths and sixteen near-deaths.

It is that time of year full of roller coasters, carnivals, and cotton candy! With riding an amusement ride comes risk. We are here to ensure that patrons visiting amusement venues this summer are aware of the risk, but also know how to protect themselves and have fun at the same time.

Summer is a great time to get out on the water for swimming, boating and other water sports. Some of my fondest memories are skiing and fishing on Lake Hartwell and Lake Keowee in upstate South Carolina. However, there are risks associated with boating and participating in these activities.

Summertime is an ideal time to go horseback riding. Horses appeal to many age groups, but particularly to young girls. There is something indefinable about the magic that horses represent to young girls. Has your daughter ever said, “Daddy, please buy me a pony”? It’s hard to resist that request, especially when it’s relentless.