Nerve damage, scarring, pain, burns, infections and psychological trauma. No, this isn’t about medical negligence, it’s about injuries received from beauty and cosmetic treatments.
How would you feel if a simple trip to get your eyelashes looking lush for an event ends with red, infected eyes and a course of antibiotics, or your first session of laser hair or tattoo removal results in painful burns that leave a scar?
Nerve damage, scarring, pain, burns, infections and psychological trauma. No, this isn’t about medical negligence, it’s about injuries received from beauty and cosmetic treatments.
How would you feel if a simple trip to get your eyelashes looking lush for an event ends with red, infected eyes and a course of antibiotics, or your first session of laser hair or tattoo removal results in painful burns that leave a scar?
Motorists in Perth and Mandurah are advised to fill up now if they need to, with petrol prices set to rise tomorrow. After today motorists will likely have to wait a week before petrol prices are again at the bottom of the price cycle.
Our TV screens, in-boxes and devices have been overflowing with End of Financial Year (EOFY) sales pitches – and you might be one of the thousands of people who snapped up a bargain-priced home appliance or some new furniture.
But did you also agree to buy an ‘extended warranty’ on your purchase?
Extended warranties are often sold to consumers by retailers as an added ‘peace of mind’ to cover your purchase after the manufacturer’s warranty expires.
A Pinjarra tradesman who took upfront deposits for fencing jobs but failed to carry out the work has been fined by the Armadale Magistrates Court, following action from Consumer Protection.
Buying new furniture can be exciting, but it’s important to install your new item, securely, to prevent it from toppling over and causing serious injury or even death.
Furniture, such as chests of drawers, wardrobes, bookcases, cabinets, TV or entertainment units or other tall items, can pose serious risks and potentially tragic outcomes. Young children, especially, can try to climb on, or pull themselves up on furniture. If unsecured, these often very heavy items can fall over, causing serious head or crush injuries, suffocation, and even death.
In 2021, Grandfather Maurice Wayne Matthews died of mechanical asphyxia from being crushed under a car.
He had decided to work on his car that morning but was killed due to the jack becoming unstable on a sloped surface, causing the vehicle to shift.
Repairing a vehicle at home carries the risk of death. While preventable, incidents continue to occur.
Over 100 Australians have died due to DIY car maintenance accidents since 2000, with many more hospitalised for injuries. Most fatalities occur when victims are working under a vehicle or using equipment incorrectly.
Unless you’re completely self-sufficient, then grocery shopping is an essential part of your life.
Cost of living pressures mean consumers are spending more time shopping around for savings on their grocery bill. One way to help you save time and money is to check unit pricing.
Motorists in Perth and Mandurah are advised to fill up now if they need to, with petrol prices set to rise tomorrow. After today motorists will likely have to wait a week before petrol prices are again at the bottom of the price cycle.
The Cook Government is urging Western Australians to be on lookout for scams and to report any suspicious activity this Scams Awareness Week (26-30 August).
