Category: Burn Injury

21 Apr 2014 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Welcome to the Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath Blog

The Accidents Safe blog was set up to help keep our clients and the public informed of important safety information that potentially could effect their every day lives.  Auto recalls, defective tires, car seats and many other products or medications…
fire prevention week 2023
09 Oct 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Fire Prevention Week 2023: Theme, tips & more

October and Halloween go hand in hand, but this crisp, cozy fall month is also the week to raise awareness for fire prevention. October 8 to 14, 2023, is National Fire Prevention Week 2023. But not everyone may feel excited about this week’s…
how to treat a burn injury
10 Aug 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

How to treat a burn injury before paramedics arrive

A burn is one of the most painful injuries a person can experience. In some burn scenarios, it is obvious the victim needs emergency care, and there are steps you can take to treat the injury before paramedics arrive. Other times, it can take…
26 Oct 2016 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Samsung Being Sued After Exploding Android Causes Burns

Samsung’s troubles with the Galaxy Note 7 have gone from bad to worse. On September 09, a Florida man was shopping at Costco when his Galaxy Note 7 exploded in his pocket. The device caught fire, burning through the pocket of his pants, and…
29 Jun 2016 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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The Future is Not Quite Here: Hoverboards are a Fire Hazard

There is nothing quite as cool as a futuristic toy or gadget that finally makes its debut in present-day stores. Such has been the case of the Hoverboard, prominently featured in Back to the Future II as the transportation of choice in 2016.…
18 May 2016 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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General Motors in Hot Water Again: Car Fires Prompt New Recalls

Elizabeth Berry loved her 2003 Monte Carlo and even called it her “third baby.” When General Motors (“GM”) issued a recall notice in 2010, warning Monte Carlo owners to have a certain repair made to the vehicle, Berry diligently complied.…