Posts by Bruce Plaxen
The Alarming Frequency of Birth Injuries
The birth of a baby should be a joyous occasion for expecting parents, but in many cases, errors made during the labor and delivery process can lead to devastating birth injuries. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that nearly seven in 1,000 children will suffer from a birth injury in their lifetime.…
Read MoreBruce Willis Was Diagnosed With Aphasia. What Is It?
Bruce Willis is an amazing actor that has played some of the most memorable characters in movies. Sadly, the movie star is retiring from acting because he is suffering from a condition known as aphasia. Aphasia is a condition that affects a person’s ability to communicate effectively. It causes issues with expressing and understanding speech,…
Read MoreAlcohol Detection Sensor Could Become Mandatory in Vehicles
Of all the safety features that can be incorporated into vehicles (now and in the near future), the alcohol detection sensor may be one of the best features presented. Congress is contemplating legislation that would make alcohol detection technology mandatory for all vehicles. Per Car Scoops, “The specific language of the federal mandate handed down…
Read MoreWhat Is the Right to Repair?
Last year, there was major headway made on the topic of the right to repair. Federal regulators began to discuss what could be done against unlawful restrictions placed by product manufacturers and their inability to allow consumers to repair their own products. Apple was the first company to begin to allow access to parts and…
Read MoreLack of Communication Ends in Unnecessary Amputation
Parkwest Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee is under fire for allegedly failing to properly inform a deaf patient of his treatment options, which lead to him requiring a partial leg amputation. The incident in question happened in 2017 when the patient went to the hospital after he had fallen and was feeling pain and numbness in…
Read MoreRisky Driving Leads to Deadly Accidents
2021 brought with it a number of issues many of us have never seen before. One of those issues was the increase in traffic fatalities, thought to be caused by riskier driving habits. This increase in deaths was seen across the United States and it does not seem like these numbers are decreasing. Transportation Secretary…
Read MoreSeniors and Smart Home Technology: Does It Work?
When you think of smart home technology, you do not often consider that your senior loved one or their caregiver would benefit from these products. The Washington Post, however, reports there are approximately 48 million Americans in caregiver roles and nearly half are using technology in new ways. As the Post discusses, implementing technology into…
Read MoreThe Risks of Working in Housekeeping and Cleaning
Employment in the housekeeping profession is physically demanding and potentially risky to one’s health. Housekeepers and cleaning staff encounter a variety of chemicals and physical hazards on the job and many of these workers don’t have access to workers’ compensation benefits. Whether cleaning as a side gig or with a professional company, workers need the…
Read MoreTesla Recalls Vehicle Equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta
Tesla is under fire yet again for their “innovative technology” which actually turned out to be dangerous. The company sent out a recall for 53,822 of its vehicles due to issues with the vehicle performing rolling stops at intersections when it should be coming to a complete stop. While there have not been any crashes…
Read MoreParalyzed Passenger Sues Uber for $63 Million
For many, hailing an Uber is convenient and gets you to and from your destination quickly. However, for Will Good, his Uber ride changed his life forever. His driver, who had a spotty record to begin with, swerved his vehicle during their trip and slammed into a parked car. This caused Good to be thrown…
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