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By Michael P. Healy, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a consumer advisory as to hyperthermia and the dangers of leaving children in hot vehicles over the summer. Hyperthermia is also a danger in warm weather States throughout the year including Florida, Georgia, California, Hawaii, and other States. Parents and caregivers for many reasons should not leave children unattended in a vehicle due to the dangers of hyperthermia and the risk of injuries. The NHTSA warns that even 10 minutes can be enough to put a child in a deadly environment in a hot car over summer and warm weather months. Hyperthermia (heat stroke) is the leading cause of death in children in non crash vehicle deaths in the United States . Non crash vehicle deaths and injuries result from hyperthermia, strangulation by power windows, and carbon monoxide poisoning from a running vehicle. You can read more about the dangers of leaving a child unattended in a vehicle at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Website.

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By Jay Foster, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney

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education%20school%20day%20care%20library%20brown%20book%20shelves.jpgA former teacher and band director for Pass Christian High School has been charged with the sexual battery of another victim under 18 years old. Apparently, Joseph Eugene Council, the former teacher, confessed this crime to police investigators. This child was 17 years old. The initial charges involved a 14 year old.

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By David Wolf, Attorney

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State%20Map%20Kansas.jpgA 3 month old Kansas child died after being left in a vehicle. The Ellis County, Kansas coroner’s office is investigating the death of the child. This death is one of many reported over the summer that have been related to the negligence or forgetfulness of parents and caregivers who leave a small child in a vehicle. This tragic death is yet another reminder to be diligent in removing children from vehicle. It can take just minutes for an injury to suffer injury or death as a result of hyperthermia.

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By Joseph R. Hillebrand Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney

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Education%20Day%20Care%20Building%20Block%20G.jpgThe Missouri Department of Social Services is proposing new regulations for day care centers / child care issues throughout the State. Government officials may have been prompted to revise and improve the regulations due to Missouri’s ranking completed by the National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies. Missouri was ranked 44 out of 50 States for child care safety and performance standards.

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By Jay Foster, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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In Mississippi and other States, children and teens enjoy swimming during summer months. Unfortunately, many children lose their lives every summer from drowning related incidents. Some drowning deaths and injuries are avoidable with better safety precautions, supervision, better judgment by the swimmer, and the use of a buddy system. Some children who drown cannot swim while others are experienced swimmers who tire out or experience and issue or challenge while swimming. It is always advisable to take precautions prior to swimming. Do not swim alone. If children are swimming, adult supervision is key to safety.

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By Scott A. Marks, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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In Hawthorne, California, a convicted sex offender tried to extort a teen for sex for the safe return of the family pet. The teen and her parents contacted the police who were ready to arrest the convicted sex offender for these bad acts. The teen informed the sex offender that she had no money. Then, the sex offender demanded sex for the safe return of the family dog. Alfredo Jaime Dempkey was arrested for this crime and also faces charges for failing to register as a sex offender. He faces 15 years if convicted of the extortion charges and could face more time for failing to register as a sex offender. You can read more about this story in Sex Offender Arrested for Attempting to Extort a Teen for Sex.

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By Andrew Prine, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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It is clear that passenger vehicles are no match for passenger trains when it comes to a crash or collision. In Canton Township, Michigan, it is reported that up to five teen were killed in an accident involving a passenger train and a passenger automobile. News reports indicate that the driver of the passenger automobile may have ignored a railroad gate by driving around it prior to the crash. It is certainly a tragic accident and a great loss for the families of the teens who died as well as the families of the teens. Amtrak and its officials have taken the position that neither the company or the employees committed any errors or negligence as to this incident. You can read more about this story at Tragic Train Accident in Canton Township, Michigan Leads to Deaths of Teens.

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By Roy S. Dickinson, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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An investigation will be conducted into the death of a 4 month old who apparently died at a Tulsa, Oklahoma day care center. Officers received a call from an in home day care center that a 4 month old had stopped breathing. There were no apparent or visible injuries on the baby. An autopsy will be conducted in an attempt to determine the cause of death. You can read more about this story at 4 Month Old Dies in Tulsa, Oklahoma Day Care Center.

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By Roy S. Dickinson, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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A Dallas, Texas teen (Alexander Olvera) died following a dive into a creek at Turner Falls Park in Oklahoma. It was reported that the area of the dive was a shallow part of the creek. The incident happened in Honey Creek. After he dove into the creek, he did not resurface. Lifeguards from an adjacent or nearby swimming area assisted the family with CPR while waiting for paramedics to show up at the scene to take over the care. Alexander was later pronounced dead at Sulphur Hospital. An autopsy will be performed to confirm the cause of death. From the facts reported, it is uncertain whether the death was related to a head injury, drowning, a combination of the two causes. There have been other drowning incidents in Oklahoma this summer and year. Unfortunately, deaths and serious personal injuries continue to take place in waterways and swimming pools in the State of Oklahoma and other areas. You can read more about the incident involving Alexander Olvera at Teen Dies Following Dive into Oklahoma Creek.

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By Thomas J. Duff, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney

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State%20Map%20Iowa.jpgIn Coon Rapid, Iowa, a 16 year of boy (Casey Daniel Stork) died in an accident. Casey was the passenger in a Ford Escape SUV driven by another 16 year old – Daniel Kult. News report indicate that Daniel Kult was trying to pass another vehicle when he lost control of the vehicle, entered a ditch, and then rolled over several times before coming to a stop in the yard of a residence.

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