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Spring has sprung and the warm weather has everything blooming, including the number of auto accidents. What is it about spring that makes people more prone to accidents? The truth is that there are many factors that contribute to higher accident rates during the springtime. Fall time accident rates are similar to spring, although spring is still the highest season.…
Ice and snow during winter mean slippery walkways and parking lots. Anyone who has slipped during cold winter weather knows how easy it is to fall accidentally in the normal course of their daily activities. Injuries can range from a minor slip to serious long-term or permanent injuries. This winter, paramedics, and hospitals have been very busy with slip and…
The death of a family member is heartbreaking. When death is caused by the careless or negligent conduct of another person or by a dangerous or defective product it is a tragedy. No amount of money damages will ever replace a family member, but the death of a father,...
Many people are choosing motorcycles over cars. It is not just the thrill of the open road. The economic times and gas prices are also prompting more motorists to switch to motorcycles instead of vehicles. Motorcycles ease traffic congestion, cause less wear and tear...
We have all seen the commercials and products to help monitor carbon monoxide (CO) threats in the home. However carbon monoxide detectors are not as common as smoke detectors or other safety devices like fire extinguishers, and they should be. Carbon monoxide is a...
An accident between a truck or semi and a motor vehicle, or worse, a motorcycle is always a David versus Goliath story. In most cases, the semi or truck driver is going to walk away with few injuries, while cars and motorcycles are going to end up with serious injuries or fatalities. There are other factors to consider when traveling…
You’ve heard all the statistics and jabs about teen drivers. And, for the most part, they are true. The number one killer of teens is still motor vehicle accidents. Over 5,000 teens per year lose their lives this way. The combination of inexperience and youth can be deadly when it comes to driving. And this problem has only been exacerbated…
Ever since the motor vehicle replaces the horse and buggy, pedestrians have had to contend with vehicles. The rise of vehicles has changed how we travel on roads and walkways. But, never in the history of vehicles has it been more dangerous for pedestrians to get around. This is not just a U.S. problem, this is a worldwide problem. But,…
A new study out this month about the rate of emergency room injuries to kids from amusement parks and rides is causing some parents to take greater safety measures when planning their summer fun. This study, the first of its kind to look at ER visits for kids injured on these rides, studied these statistics for a 20 years period.…
With a growing elderly population coming to a head in the United States, especially since the Baby Boomers are entering their elder years and filling nursing homes across America, the issue of elder abuse is becoming more known. And, the problem is more common than we know. According to Helpguide a non-profit that helps provide “unbiased, reliable” information to the…