As the holidays approach, you can almost hear the crackle of the Yule log. While warming yourself next to a cozy fireplace is wonderful, it’s important to remember the risks of suffering a fire and burn injury are significantly increased around the holidays. Whether...
Heated blankets (or electric blankets) provide the same cozy comfort of a traditional blanket with the added luxury of being able to heat the material. But, while nothing beats a warm blanket draped over your body on a cold night, you also need to be aware of...
No one ever want to experience a fire and with large house fires seemingly so rare, it’s something most of us never think about. But the truth is, fires are actually quite common and can lead to prolonged complications. And it’s not just house fires that people should...
What would a celebration of our nation’s independence be without a fireworks display? But while fireworks can be extremely fun to watch, the Indianapolis fire and burn injury lawyers at Stewart & Stewart Attorneys would like to remind you that they are also...
Setting up decorations around your home for Halloween can be a great way to get into the spirit of the holiday, but they can also present a serious risk of fire and burn injuries. Data from the National Fire Protection Association shows that decorations are the first...
Perhaps the most damaging and difficult burn injuries to treat are those caused by chemicals. A chemical tank explosion at an Indianapolis factory left a total of nine workers seriously injured last week, highlighting the dangers that Chemical Burn Injuries can pose....