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February 1, 2022
Autonomous Trucks
The future of cargo transport has arrived, bringing big questions. Year after year, the trucking industry has the unfortunate distinction of ranking among the most dangerous occupations, with a death rate of 26.8 per 100,000 drivers—843 deaths in 2019, according to the National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries. And estimates from the National Highway Traffic… read more
January 25, 2022
Construction Site Dangers
Startling statistics and what you need to know if you’ve been hurt on the job President Biden’s one trillion-dollar infrastructure bill recently passed into law with bipartisan support. The plan will invest hundreds of billions of dollars into the nation’s roadways, rail lines, bridges, water systems, and power grid, creating construction, transportation, and energy jobs…. read more
December 2, 2021
Aitken Aitken Cohn Leads Effort to Seek Justice in Oil Spill Suit
On October 2, 2021, an underwater oil pipeline located off the coast of Huntington Beach ruptured, spilling an estimated 126,000 gallons of crude oil into the ocean. The rupture created a 13-square mile slick, which deposited oil onto beaches and into wetlands. News reports indicate that the leaked oil originated from an offshore oil… read more
November 23, 2021
Know the Signs: Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury
It’s been well over a decade since the shocking death of healthy, vibrant, 45-year-old actress Natasha Richardson brought international attention to the genuine danger of a head injury that at first seems like no big deal. A mild topple on a beginner ski slope resulted in a tragic brain injury when Richardson’s head hit hard-packed… read more
October 28, 2021
Can companies and pharmacies be the ones to blame for a patient’s addiction?
By Aitken Aitken Cohn October 28, 2021 From the recent death of a celebrated actor to the complex settlement agreement that gave the Sackler family—owners of Purdue Pharma, maker of OxyContin—broad immunity from liability claims, the rise of opioid overdose deaths in communities across the U.S. is staggering. In many areas of the country, the… read more
September 9, 2021
Surgery at an Ambulatory Surgery Center—Know the Risks
By Aitken Aitken Cohn Until about 50 years ago, surgery took place in a hospital. The first Ambulatory Surgery Center or “ASC” opened in 1970 in Phoenix, AZ. Also known as an outpatient or same-day surgery centers, there are now more than 5,600 Medicare-certified ASC facilities nationwide. ASCs offer several advantages for patients in terms… read more
August 9, 2021
What you need to know when your baby was harmed in the birthing process
What you need to know when your baby was harmed in the birthing process By Aitken Aitken Cohn It’s an expectant parent’s worst nightmare. You’ve had a normal, happy pregnancy. Mother and unborn infant are both doing great. You’ve been counting the days till you’ll meet your child, feeling you already know this little person…. read more
July 30, 2021
Top Swimming Pool Hazards
Written by Aitken Aitken Cohn July 30, 2021 Summer is in full swing in Southern California, which means many are flocking to private and public pools to beat the heat. Swimming pools are a great source of fun for the entire family, but accidents can and do happen, so it is vital to know the… read more
July 21, 2021
What Consumers Should Know About Theme Park Dangers
California theme parks have returned to full capacity and pre-pandemic operations, which means that thousands of Americans are visiting amusement parks this summer. Theme parks are a popular source of summer entertainment and attract millions of visitors each year with the roller coasters, food, and entertainment they provide. But good times can quickly turn… read more
December 11, 2020
Aitken Aitken Cohn’s Annual Holiday Donation Drive Returns
Join us for our annual giving event This holiday season is unlike any other, to cap off a year unlike any other in our lifetimes. Throughout this season, and as we move into a new and hopefully better year, we wish you moments of peace and love amid the difficulties. No matter what our challenges,… read more