Safety

Hiring a new employee can be a daunting task at times. It is an employers responsibility to be aware of the background and qualifications of a potential employee. Knowing a new hire’s past could help you and your business avoid any accidents caused by your employees. Often times you do not think about who is…

According to the CDC, more than 1.1 million burn injuries occur each year for which people seek medical care. The Fourth of July is the busiest day for emergency responders called upon to treat burns and other injuries related to fireworks. Protecting yourself and members of your family this holiday begins with becoming aware of…

With summer already here, many people are heading to the gym to stay healthy. As you head to your favorite gym, you may notice some pieces of workout equipment or unsterile areas that pose a danger to you or others. Posting proper warning signs on equipment, maintaining a clean environment, and working to prevent injuries…

When your teen driver first gets behind the wheel, it can be nerve-wracking. Today’s teens face a number of in-vehicle distractions. When combined with a feeling of over-confidence, the results can be deadly. Kinney, Fernandez & Boire attorney Marcus Fernandez recently sat down with Carley Boyette of Tampa Bay’s Morning Blend to highlight phone apps…

New Year’s Eve is a when family and friends get together for a celebration. If the celebration is at your home this year, your first priority when planning it must be to ensure the safety of your guests. Whether you are a hosting the year-end festivities for the first time or are a seasoned veteran,…

There is little doubt that Uber revolutionized transportation when it introduced its ridesharing application in 2010. According to the company, riders completed 62 million trips with the car service in just one month during 2016. The service’s lower cost and convenience of using an app on a mobile device to bring a vehicle to your…

Soon after the first school bell rings, you will hear the familiar sound of coaches’ whistles coming from the courts and fields of our schools. 30 million children and teens participate in organized sports. While that number is impressive, sadly 3.5 million sports injuries sideline these participants each year. Before your child takes the field…

The sun is shining, the weather is perfect, and the pool is ready for guests. But as a homeowner, are you? Before you or your guests dive in, it’s important to make sure that your home meets pool safety guidelines to better protect guests and help prevent uninvited visitors. Conversely, those involved in a pool accident…

It’s that time of year again… Thanksgiving! For many that means organizing the shopping lists, determining which family member is bringing what item to dinner, or debating if Aunt Betty’s pumpkin pie really is better than grandma used to make it. But there is no doubt that the central focus is often the turkey. It…