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We frequently handle cases involving pregnant women hurt during automobile collisions, and understand the dilemma that many soon to be mothers face regarding seat belt safety.  Interesting research is ongoing by Ford Motor Company to develop pregnancy-friendly safety devices which will reduce the risk of injury to unborn fetuses.  Until this technology hits automobile showroom floors however, many experts continue to recommend that pregnant women to wear the lap part of a seat belt low over their pelvis, not over the soft belly, and to sit as far from the steering wheel as possible.

Click for the complete USA Today story:  http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/2009-11-27-protecting-pregnant-drivers-ford-research_N.htm

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A 16 year old high school football player in California remains in critical condition after suffering a severe head injury.  Ironically, this athlete was wearing an advanced technology helmet designed to protect the head and brain.  In addition, he was playing on FieldTurf, which has half the number of head and neck injuries as natural grass, and he had been properly taught and coached in safe playing techniques.  Even so, he suffered a head fracture after a legal hit in a football game on Thanksgiving Day.  He now is fighting for his life.  Football remains the most dangerous high school sport, with an average of 25.5 injuries per 100 players a season, and 12 percent of all injuries involving head trauma.  I am not sure there is much of a lesson here – sometimes you do everything right and injury still occurs.  I guess my message to parents is to use your common sense with regard to sports and preventing brain injury.  Ultimately, each of us as parents have to guide our kids in finding the right balance between risk and enjoying all life has to offer.  It isn’t an easy task.   Regardless, our thoughts and prayers remain with this boy and his family.  For the full article, please click on the following link:  http://www.mercurynews.com/valley/ci_13887010?nclick_check=1

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The N.C. State Highway Patrol and the Governor’s Highway Safety Program will kick off Operation Slow Down/No Need 2 Speed Wednesday, Nov. 18. The event will be held at 10 a.m. at the N.C. Highway Patrol Training Center, 3318 Garner Road, in Raleigh. Local law enforcement agencies are joining troopers to encourage drivers to slow down and follow the speed limit. The campaign starts today and runs through Nov. 29.

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The members of HensonFuerst do more than fight for their clients-they’re also fighting for the millions of people affected by heart disease, the nation’s leading killer. For the third year in a row, the firm’s members walked to raise funds and awareness during the American Heart Association’s Start! Heart Walk in Rocky Mount on Saturday, Oct. 24. The team raised more than $1,000 this year, bringing the total for the past three years to nearly $3,000!

“We want to show everyone how strongly we feel about being heart healthy and keeping fit,” attorney David Henson said. “We’re working together to raise money for research and encourage our friends, family, and neighbors to lead healthier, longer lives.”

Leading by Example
The members of HensonFuerst know the importance of heart health at any age. Whether it’s participating in triathlons, running for a cause, or cycling 100 miles, many firm members-whose ages range from 18 to 70­-have participated in athletic events to raise money for various charities. To recognize the importance of being healthy as well as giving back to the community, the firm established the HensonFuerst Health Initiative to encourage the community and firm members to prevent injuries, promote health and fitness, and aid organizations committed to improving health and well-being.

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