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Category: Child Injuries
7 Water Safety Tips to Protect Florida’s Children in Pools and Spas
May 18, 2023 | Category: Child Injuries, Swimming AccidentsFlorida ranks No.1 in child fatality rates caused by drowning, and these accidents are preventable.
How to Avoid 2022 Halloween Accidents
October 28, 2022 | Category: Child InjuriesHalloween accidents can happen even with the best of planning. Knowing what to do to prevent Halloween accidents can lead to fewer accidents.
The ABCs of School Bus Safety - National School Bus Safety Week
October 17, 2022 | Category: Child InjuriesMotorists are urged to obey Florida’s school bus laws to protect our children. Many drivers are passing school buses that are displaying stop signs and red flashing lights. These are accidents waiting to happen.
2022 Safety Checklist for Back to School – Fort Myers Child Injury Attorney
August 3, 2022 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Child InjuriesSchools open in SW Florida this month, and traffic accidents are a concern for a Fort Myers child injury attorney.
Car Crashes No. 1 Safety Issue for Children
November 22, 2021 | Category: Child InjuriesOnly 1 in 5 parents and caregivers seek expert assistance installing or securing children in car seats. More than half of all car seats that are brought in for inspection are installed and used improperly.
The Magic of Halloween - Trick or Treat Safety
October 27, 2021 | Category: Child Injuries, Personal InjuryGhosts, ghouls, vampires, superheroes, and zombies are all coming. Millions of children in the U.S. participate in Halloween festivities by going door-to-door collecting candy on Halloween.
Are Children Safe on School Buses?
October 13, 2021 | Category: Child InjuriesThe National Association for Pupil Transportation (NAPT) announced National School Bus Safety Week is from October 18–22, 2021.
Florida Child Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries
April 28, 2021 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Child InjuriesThe Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of child deaths.
Summer Child Deaths in Hot Vehicles
July 17, 2020 | Category: Child InjuriesIn 2019, there were 52 hot car deaths and a record number of 53 hot car deaths in 2018. The Cape Coral Police Department urges drivers to check the front and back seats for children before locking a car and walking away.
4 Tips to Prevent Child Drowning Accidents
June 10, 2020 | Category: Child Injuries, Swimming AccidentsDrowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 14 in the United States. Three children tragically die every day.