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Health officials say accidents are killing far fewer children and teenagers than in the past.

What is Accidental Death insurance? Accidental death and dismemberment insurance, AD&D for short, may pay benefits when an accident causes: Death. Loss of limbs or fingers. Loss of speech, eyesight or hearing. Prolonged coma. Paralysis. There may be other conditions which will allow you to collect benefits, depending on your policy. How do I get …

Almost 1,700 people died in Lexington County last year, according to the coroner’s office. Twenty-one of those deaths were homicides.

There is widespread confusion about personal insurance benefits for those affected by COVID-19, but a few leading cases from earlier times will be helpful in navigating the complex disability and accidental death claims that will arise, says Mark DeBofsky at DeBofsky Sherman.

Statistics show that over twelve million Americans take cruses annually, and while in many cases these vacations are fun-filled and sun-drenched days of fun, for some passengers these cruises ...

Fires, drownings, car crashes and other mishaps are the fifth-leading cause of death in the U.S. Here are the top 5 causes of accidental deaths in the U.S.

Rochester Police gun instructor Manny Ortiz was 52 when he accidentally shot himself while driving to work.

Accidents are killing more Americans each year, increasingly from overdoses and falls. A new report from the National Safety Council said that in 2014, mor

Baby boomers, who once viewed themselves as the coolest generation in history, are now turning their thoughts away from such things as partying and touring alongside rock bands to how to they can stay healthy as they age. And, one of the most important parts of healthy aging is avoiding a fall, the number one cause of accidental death among people 65 and older.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, slips, trips and falls make up the majority of general industry accidents, which account for: 15 percent of all accidental deaths per year; about 25 pe

The accidental death of Michael Tyson’s daughter because of a treadmill accident has elicited discussions about treadmill safety. Treadmills are common today in houses. Most people use them to exercise at home to avoid going to the gym or jogging. Exodus Tyson` s death has led to many people asking, how safe are treadmills? Like any other machinery in the home, safety is necessary when you are using a treadmill. This is the only way to reduce the risk of injury
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NEWARK, N.J., May 01, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- According to 2013 Social Security Administration statistics, a 20-year-old worker has a three in 10 chance of becoming disabled before retirement age. With the likelihood of becoming disabled affecting so many, Prudential Group Insurance, a Prudential Financial company PRU, +1.10% is urging Americans to boost their knowledge of solutions available to help them deal with a potential…

Baltimore wrongful death attorney Randolph Rice explains how much time you have to sue for the accidental death of a loved one in Maryland.

What does a gun company do when it has a top selling product with a trigger defect that's causing accidental deaths? Nothing, apparently, for decades.
That's the story of Remington Arms Co.'s ...

July 11, 2013 - By the NCPC
You've heard people say it and maybe you have even said it yourself. "Donât worry Mom or Dad, Iâll take care of you in your old age."
This always seems to be a simple loving gesture on your part as you see them beginning to age and settle into retirement. The thought of their actually failing in health or mental capabilities seems absurd or at most, years down the road. Thus it catches most…

Pill mills have been a serious problem in Florida, leading to tens of thousands of accidental overdoses on dangerous opiate medications.

Emily Heist Moss’ father wasn’t actively trying to raise a feminist daughter, but by always being on her side, that’s exactly what he did. My dad has always been my number one fan, so vocal in his admiration and praise that I’m often forced to pull the classic teen maneuver, an eye-roll and a “Dad, …

The accidental death of a three-year-old child at a Head Start program in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, has prompted a $10 million lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that the death could have been prevented with the exercise of reasonable, ordinary care....

A death in the family is always a tragic and painful event, but when that death is caused by someone’s recklessness or negligence, it can be even more difficult to accept the loss. In these ...

Shootings are an all-too-frequent occurrence in the USA. With the number unintentional shootings averaging about 2,000+ per year and continually on the rise, many folks might be wondering: what’s the criminal charge and penalty for accidentally shooting someone? Whether a...