Summer is here, and we know you want to get outdoors with the kids. Whether it is swimming, riding a bike, taking a summer night stroll or even just opening a window to let that Florida breeze in, safety should always come first. The following simple steps will keep your loved ones safe now and in the future:
Pool Safety
The CPSC estimates that nearly 300 children under 5 years old drown each year in swimming pools and spas.
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Playground Safety
Sadly, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency rooms each year with injuries from playground equipment.
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Window Falls
An average of 7 children die and thousands are injured in falls from windows each year.
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Lawnmower Safety
This might seem shocking, but 35,000 people are treated in hospital emergency rooms each year for injuries associated with walk-behind power mowers and riding lawn mowers.
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Helmet Safety
There were more than 530,000 injuries associated with bicycles in US hospital emergency rooms in 2013.
If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury, our Hernando County Injury Lawyers at Whittel & Melton can help you understand your rights and determine if you have a valid injury claim. During your free consultation, we can assess whether you are eligible to seek financial compensation from the at-fault party. Call us today at 352-666-2121 or contact us online. |