Cribs sold at JCPenney recalled

Rockland Furniture drop-side cribs have been recalled because the cribs’ drop sides have a defect that allows them to malfunction, detach or otherwise fail. If this happens, the drop side falls out of position which can allow a child to suffer serious personal injury or even death.

This recall includes Rockland Furniture brand drop-side cribs imported and sold by JC Penney from 2005 to 2008. The wooden cribs used plastic hardware to attach the drop side. “Rockland Furniture” and the model number can be found on a rectangular label located on the lower portion of the headboard panel. The following six drop-side crib models are included in this recall:

343-8124 Nightingale Spindle Drop-Side Crib
343-8280 Cottage Standard Drop-Side Crib Version 1
343-8271 Cottage Standard Drop-Side Crib Version 2
343-9105 Drop-Side Crib and Changer
343-8191 Renew Standard Drop-Side Crib
343-8192 Renew Convertible Drop-Side Crib

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Nan Far Woodworking for a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop side. In the meantime, find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child’s age.

Categories Accident Prevention
Posted by: Jeremiah Hodges
April 17, 2012

April is Distracted Driving Month

April is Distracted Driving Month. Join us and thousands of Americans in urging drivers to keep their eyes, hands and minds on the road. And let’s start with our kids, the group at greatest risk for death or injury from distracted driving. Thank you!

Also please read these articles about Driving while on the internet and  Death and Injuries from Distracting Driving.

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Categories Accident Prevention, Accidents, In the News, Safety
Posted by: Jeremiah Hodges
April 14, 2012

Managing Distractions While Driving

Here are 10 tips from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) for managing some of the most common distractions while driving:

  1. Turn It Off – Either turn off your phone or switch to silent mode before you get in the car.
  2. Spread the Word – Set up a special message that tells callers you’re driving and will respond as soon as you can. You can enable some phones to do this automatically when you get in the car.
  3. Pull Over – If you need to make a call, pull over and stop in a safe area first.
  4. Deputize Your Passengers – Ask your passengers to answer or make calls for you. Conversely, if you are a passenger, offer to answer the driver’s phone.
  5. X the Text – Don’t ever text and drive, surf the Web or check email. It is dangerous and against the law in most states.
  6. Know the Law – Familiarize yourself with state and local laws before you start driving. Some prohibit the use of handheld cell phones in addition to texting. The GHSA offers this useful chart.
  7. Prepare – Review maps and directions before you start to drive. If you need help when you are on the road, ask a passenger or pull over to review your directions again.
  8. Secure Your Pets – Pets can be a big distraction in the car. Always secure your pets properly before you start to drive.
  9. Keep the Kids Safe – Pull over if you need to address situations with your children in the car.
  10. Focus on the Task at Hand – Avoid smoking, eating, drinking, reading and any other activity that takes your eyes off the road, hands off the wheel or mind off your driving.

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Categories Accident Prevention, Personal Injury, Safety
Posted by: Jeremiah Hodges
April 14, 2012

Smart Mobile Devices Create Even Greater Risks

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 5,474 people were killed in 2009 in crashes involving driver distraction, and an estimated 448,000 were injured. Looking at the big picture, that means 16 percent of all fatal crashes and 20 percent of all accidents across the country in 2009 involved distracted drivers. Other studies suggest:

  • Drivers on the phone are four times more likely to crash
  • Driving while on a cell phone (whether handheld or hands-free) reduces reaction time as much as being legally intoxicated
  • Teen drivers are most likely to be involved in a fatal crash where distraction is reported (16 percent of all teen crash fatalities in 2009)
  • Texting or emailing creates a crash risk 23 times worse than driving while not distracted

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Categories Accident Prevention, Accidents, Safety
Posted by: Jeremiah Hodges
April 14, 2012

Did you know?

Did you know that if you are over the age of 55, Alabama law allows you to qualify for an insurance premium reduction? You are required to complete a specific safety program. Currently, allowed safety programs are sponsored by the National Safety Council, AAA, and the AARP. If you are over 55 you may want to investigate this simple way to save some money.

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Categories Insurance Issues
Posted by: Jeremiah Hodges
February 8, 2012

Simple ways to help avoid being involved in a car crash

We have recently written about the devastating I75 car crash that resulted in horrible injuries and the loss of human life.    You can read our comments here.  We most often deal with victims of personal injury AFTER they have already been hurt.  Obviously, our job as personal injury lawyers is to help victims of an injury such as a car crash obtain the most favorable personal injury settlement or verdict we can.

We feel it is our duty to our clients, friends, and readers to provide information to help you avoid these types of dangers.  Here are some common sense things that you can do to help protect yourself and your family.  Unfortunately, common sense is not as common as you might think.

ROAD TRIP TIPS

1.   Prior to taking any road trip, always check for weather and unusual conditions along your route.

2.   Be sure to adjust your speed to be sure it is appropriate for the current conditions.  Most of us have observed drivers ignoring heavy rain, fog, or other dangerous conditions.

3.   While it is critical any time you are driving, it is even more essential when conditions are less than idea.  Texting, cell phone usage and other distractions can prevent a quick reaction which may be necessary to avoid this kind of tragedy.  Distracted driving is always a bad idea.

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Categories Accident Prevention, Safety
Posted by: Jeremiah Hodges
February 1, 2012

How to deal with concussions in youth sports, awareness is KEY

As a result of legislation like the Lystedt Law, the National Federation of State High School Associations and the National Collegiate Athletic Associations have teamed up with the CDC to develop protocols for treating concussions, as well as a program to educate athletes, parents, coaches and trainers on the symptoms and management of a sports concussion. At the core of these laws and protocols are “The Four Rs”: 1) recognize, 2) remove, 3) refer and 4) return to play only when cleared by by a licensed health care professional.

1) Recognize the Signs
A concussion is a brain injury caused by a direct or indirect blow to the head, and thus rapid movement of the brain inside the skull. Despite a higher prevalence in boy’s football, concussions can occur in any sport, and to girls as well as boys (see chart). Signs can include immediate memory disturbance, dizziness and vomiting (download full list). Note that an athlete does not have to lose consciousness to suffer a concussion. And keep in mind that a competitive young athlete might be less than forthcoming about his or her condition (hear why from this athlete).

2) Remove the Athlete
If you have any doubt about young athletes after a head injury, sit them out. And under no circumstance let them return to a game the same day of the concussion.

3) Refer to a Professional
Don’t try and judge the severity of the injury by yourself. Have the athlete evaluated as soon as possible by a health care professional.

4) Return Only When Cleared
Treating young athletes with a concussion is uniquely challenging because their brains are
still developing. Returning to action too early can result in second-impact syndrome, which can cause severe brain injury or death. Concussed athletes should not practice or play until they’ve been cleared by a licensed health care professional, and only then after showing no signs of a concussion during the six-step graduated rehabilitation program as shown here. Graduated rehabilitation will require a minimum of five days, and probably longer for young athletes.

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Categories Accidents, Safety
Posted by: Jeremiah Hodges
January 25, 2012

Firm opens Athens office

Our firm is proud to announce the addition of our new office in Athens, Alabama. Our new office is located at 201 W Washington Street, Athens, Alabama 35611. The Athens office phone number is 256-233-0002. We are proud to serve the residents of Athens and Limestone County. We will continue to represent those injured in car accidents, truck accidents, and those needing help with a personal injury claim. We will also continue to help individuals and small businesses needing assistance with civil litigation in Athens and Limestone County. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Categories In the News, Personal Injury
Posted by: Jeremiah Hodges
January 11, 2012

Should children be riding on ATVs?

A recent article in Neurosurgical Focus concluded that “individuals with light weights and small wingspans, such as those in the pediatric population, are under considerable risk of injury when operating an ATV due to lateral, longitudinal, and vertical operational instability.”  In plain english, this means that children are not heavy enough and do not have long enough arms or legs to keep ATVs stable.  For your convenience, you can read the medical journal article here.  Please bear this in mind as we enter hunting season and many young people are out on three and four wheelers.  ATVs are a lot of fun, but you certainly need to bear aware of the risk involved.

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Categories Accident Prevention, Safety
Posted by: Jeremiah Hodges
November 17, 2011

Is “tort reform” a high priority for small businesses?

Here is an interesting article that concludes “tort reform” is not a priority of American small businesses.  The National Federation of Small Businesses (“NFIB”) routinely surveys its’ small business members to find out what their concerns are.  NFIB spends alot of money and energy pushing for “tort reform.”  Interestingly enough, out of the 75 issues listed on the survey, “tort reform” ranked #65 out of 75.  You can read more about the survey here.  It makes you wonder why this entity is spending so much time and money pushing an issue that is of less concern than 64 other issues.

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Categories Civil Litigation, The Truth
Posted by: Jeremiah Hodges
November 16, 2011
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