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Designers of California playgrounds have a responsibility to create a safe environment for children. However, as a parent you are no doubt concerned about your child’s overall well-being when using playground equipment. In some cases improper design can cause your child to become seriously injured, which is why you must remain vigilant to what ultimately makes a playground safe for use.KidsHealth.org provides some important information on playground safety, particularly as it relates to design. Knowing...

Gas leaks can pose a serious threat to families all over California. As a result, it’s imperative that you know the proper methods for detecting a gas leak to ensure you and your family remain safe. Certain sights, sounds and smells can give a clear indication of danger, and failing to recognize the common signs could end in tragedy if you don’t act accordingly.That’s why the Southern California Gas Company urges its customers to know...

If you are living in a rental property in California, you know that your landlord has certain responsibilities under the law. This includes ensuring a home has working smoke detectors throughout the property to alert renters in the event of a fire. Smoke detectors are mandatory in all properties in the state, and landlords are obligated to provide their tenants with functioning detectors in both commercial and residential buildings.  According to SFGate.com, California law is...

For drivers in Orange County, even seemingly minor car accidents can be a huge hassle. Cases where damage is minimal can still incur exorbitant repair costs, and might even entail some degree of physical injury. Here at Callahan & Blaine, our Newport Beach car accident attorneys know that car accidents are stressful no matter the circumstances. That’s why we recommend the following tips to help drivers mitigate the negative effects of a car accident. U.S....

This is the second time the dental clinic has been shut down since its first closure in November. By City News Service Orange County's public health officer Friday ordered another shutdown of the Children's Dental Group of Anaheim, where dozens of youngsters were affected by a bacterial outbreak. Doctor Eric Handler issued the order after tests showed bacteria is still in the office's water system, even though it was recently replaced. "We have shut them...