A pedestrian was struck by a duck boat in Boston on Sunday morning. The accident occurred on the corner of Newbury and Clarendon Streets around 11:30 a.m. Boston police said the pedestrian suffered non-life-threatening injuries but was taken to Tufts Medical Center with some head trauma. The woman who…
For working Massachusetts parents, day care is often a necessity. However, there can be benefits for the whole family when children spend time away from home. A good daycare facility provides socialization with adults and other children, entertainment, and an opportunity to learn and play in a safe environment. But…
Malignant mesothelioma is a rare, asbestos-related cancer that forms on the thin protective tissues that cover the lungs and abdomen. It typically develops after people are exposed to asbestos in the workplace, often times in industrial settings, shipyards, auto repair shops, old houses, schools and public buildings. Mesothelioma usually develops…
Gretchen Carlson, former Fox News Channel anchor, filed a suit against chief executive Roger Ailes on Wednesday, claiming she was terminated after she denied his sexual advances and complained about sexual harassment at work. Ailes replied in a statement denying all allegations and also claiming Carlson was prompted to file…
If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Boston or anywhere else in Massachusetts, it is crucial to document as much as you possibly can. This can be done by writing down witness statements and contact info, and by jotting down your own perceptions of the accident before your…
More than 100 patients have become infected with antibiotic-resistant superbugs after being treated with the medical device known as a duodenoscope. The camera manufacturer, Olympus, also makes about 85% of the duodenoscopes on the market today. After 25 superbug outbreaks and three deaths linked to the scopes, Olympus has announced…
On June 21, two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle on Boston’s Commonwealth Avenue. Fortunately, the injuries were not life threatening. But the accident reconfirmed the need to tackle the growing problem of accidents involving pedestrians. In response to the rise in accidents, Boston’s Vision Zero effort is currently underway.…
A truck driver is receiving thousands in compensation after his employer recently fired him after he refused to violate federal safety regulations in order to make his delivery on time. The driver was making a delivery from Massachusetts to New Jersey when he became concerned he would not complete the…
The benefits of bicycling are hard to deny. This form of transportation is great for your health, your pocket, and the environment. But if you live in a major city, such as Boston, it can also be dangerous. With proper equipment, training, and safe-riding practices, you can dramatically reduce your…
Deaths resulting from accidents are becoming increasingly more prevalent. According to a report from the National Safety Council, there were more than 136,000 accidental deaths of Americans in 2014. This is up 4.2 percent from 2013 and up 15.5 percent over the past ten years. The rate of accidents has…