Why Do You Need a Slip and Fall Lawyer on Your Side?

Slips and falls are some of the most stressful and complex accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 800,000 Americans are hospitalized yearly because of fall injuries. Most slip-and-fall accidents in Brooklyn occur due to the property owner’s failure to clear debris, maintain even walkways, or not warn people of […] <p>The post Why Do You Need a Slip and Fall Lawyer on Your Side? first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Create a Safe Home for Your Elderly Parent

Imagine visiting your elderly parents and realizing their once cozy home has become a maze of potential hazards. It’s a scary thought, but you’re not alone.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in four Americans aged 65+ falls each year. This alarming statistic underscores the importance of creating a safe […] <p>The post Create a Safe Home for Your Elderly Parent first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Bechtel pledges $7M to combat suicide in construction

The contractor’s foundation has announced its largest-ever donation to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The industry has the second-highest rate of suicide in the among all work sectors, per the CDC.

Construction has highest overdose mortality rate of all jobs

Work characteristics such as injuries and lack of paid sick leave directly impact substance abuse disorders, per a new CDC report, and deaths rose during the pandemic.

Sept. 16th Marks National Concussion Awareness Day

Next Friday, September 16th marks National Concussion Awareness Day, bringing attention to the epidemic of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in the U.S. According to the CDC, there were 64,362 TBI-related deaths in 2020 alone.  Yet not all Americans are at equal risk … The post Sept. 16th Marks National Concussion Awareness Day first appeared on Commercial Construction and Renovation.