October 14, 2020 How Should Drivers Handle Truck Accidents Caused by Tire Blowouts? Tire blowouts can be serious, potentially resulting in catastrophic injury or death. However, if a truck experiences a sudden tire blowout on an interstate highway, it may result in a chain reaction involving multiple vehicles and many injured parties. Identifying the cause of the accident may be difficult, as there are many contributing factors. Determining … Read More »
October 14, 2020 Flu Shots Especially Important This Year According to recent recommendations from the CDC, this year it is especially important to get a flu shot because of the COVID-19 pandemic. If you and your loved ones have not yet gotten your influenza vaccines, now is the time. The agency says September and October are good months to get your flu shot. Why … Read More »
October 12, 2020 Older Drivers on the Road The CDC counted nearly 44 million licensed drivers age 65 or above in 2017, representing a 63% increase since the agency’s previous count in 1999. Crash risks increase as a person ages, but older individuals can take useful steps to keep themselves and others safe on the road. Crash Data: Risk Factors Emergency departments treat … Read More »
October 7, 2020 National Pedestrian Safety Month This month, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is sponsoring its first-ever National Pedestrian Safety Month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 6,000 pedestrians are killed and another 137,000 receive emergency medical treatment for crash-related injuries every year. This National Pedestrian Safety Month take a moment to learn more about … Read More »
September 29, 2020 What are Helpful Safety Tips for Driving During the Fall Season? Studies indicate that most adults in the United States spend eight to 10 hours a week behind the wheel. Motorists who are accustomed to driving may not pause to think about hazards that crop up as seasons change. When summer turns to fall, there are many things that drivers should consider before they go out … Read More »
September 24, 2020 Don’t Forget: September 20-26 is Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week Every year, one of the main goals of Child Passenger Safety Awareness week is to ensure that parents and caregivers across the country are safely buckling up and strapping in their children. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), properly installed car seats reduce the risk of fatal injuries for infants by 71% … Read More »
September 16, 2020 What Should I Know About Slip and Fall Accidents in Retail Stores? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI). In addition, more than 95 percent of all hip fractures are the result of slipping and falling. If someone is injured in a slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, they may have … Read More »
September 11, 2020 The Dangers of Working in Meat Packing Plants Workers in the meat packing industry perform a variety of tasks, including slaughtering, processing, packaging, and distributing meat. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), meat packers face several serious workplace hazards and suffer higher injury and fatality rates when compared to workers in other industries. Despite the treacherous nature of meat packing … Read More »
September 3, 2020 What are the Fatal Four of Construction Accidents? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has identified four causes of construction accidents that, taken together, account for nearly 60 percent of all construction industry fatalities each year. Collectively known as the Fatal Four, these accidents include the following: Falls Struck-by accidents Electrocutions Caught in/between accidents Each year, up to 600 workers suffer fatal … Read More »
