If you see someone driving the wrong way on a small city street, they may just be confused. For instance, cities will sometimes redesign their roads, but someone with an outdated GPS may be driving in the wrong direction. It...
You might have heard that you should always leave at least three seconds between your car and the vehicle in front. It might sound like a random number to settle. You may wonder how one number can work in all...
Summer is the time for most people to kick back and relax a little – but safety never takes any time off. The period from May 27 to September 2 this year has the dubious distinction of being known as...
Landscapers, construction workers, roofers and agricultural workers – among others – are gearing up for summer – and that means it’s time for an annual reminder about how to stay safe in the heat. While it’s not hot yet, it’s...
Spinal cord injuries (SCI) can occur as a result of a variety of accidents, including car wrecks, sports incidents and falls. While paralysis and similar direct effects of SCIs unquestionably require attention, many secondary conditions must be considered as well....
Despite two decades’ worth of educational and enforcement efforts, distracted driving remains a pervasive problem on roads throughout the U.S. This safety challenge contributes significantly to the causes of traffic accidents, injuries and fatalities that occur each and every day....
Experiencing an injury at work can be devastating. If an injury is severe enough, it could prevent an employee from working. This could cause a number of issues starting with lost wages and unemployment. Employees who are injured on the...
Few things are as embarrassing as slipping and falling in a public place. Not only can it be physically painful, but it can also lead to feelings of humiliation and vulnerability. In unfortunate cases, these seemingly mild accidents can cause...
Getting bitten by a dog can be a scary experience that requires immediate medical attention. Dog bites have been known to cause serious illnesses such as rabies and tetanus, as dogs’ mouths can harbor bacteria and other pathogens. Beyond initial...
If you’ve been injured in a crash caused by a drunk driver, your anger and frustration may be compounded if you learn that the drunk driver suffered only minor injuries – or maybe barely got a scratch. That’s not an...