Nursing homes provide shelter, hygiene services and nutrition for residents. Workers see to the daily needs of older adults. They also typically keep the residents inside the facility or accompany them on necessary excursions. People who live in nursing homes...
Month: November 2025
How do seasonal hazards increase the risk of slips and falls?
Changing seasons bring new conditions that can make everyday places more dangerous. Whether you are walking into a store, an office, or your own driveway, weather and environmental changes can raise the risk of slipping and falling. Knowing what hazards to watch for...
Why construction-zone crashes create special risks
Construction zones can confuse many drivers. Lanes shift, signs pop up fast and workers stand close to moving cars. These areas bring extra risks that can lead to serious accidents. When drivers understand why these crashes happen, they can stay safer on busy roads....
Holding an aggressive driver liable for harm
Aggressive driving is not just an annoying, frustrating occurrence. It is a dangerous pattern of behavior that puts everyone at risk. When a driver tailgates, speeds excessively, weaves in and out of traffic, cuts off other vehicles or reacts with hostility, the...
Solid social support can lower worker injury risks
Workplace injuries are often viewed strictly through the lens of physical hazards—slippery floors, faulty machinery or heavy lifting—but a growing body of research shows that social support also plays a major role in keeping workers safe. When employees feel...
What is a safe following distance for drivers?
Rear-end collisions can have nasty consequences for the occupants of both vehicles, especially when they happen at speed. Sometimes they result in multiple vehicle crashes, with even worse consequences. While fog and other factors can play a role in these auto...
Can you lose your job for filing a workers’ comp claim?
Getting hurt at work can be stressful enough without worrying about losing your job. Many employees hesitate to file a workers’ compensation claim because they fear their employer might retaliate. In Delaware, however, the law protects you from being fired just...
3 ways nursing homes can protect residents from bedsores
Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, are a concern for aging adults. Declining immune system function combined with reduced mobility can put older adults at risk of developing these painful wounds. While people tend to think of bedsores as an...

