Nearly everyone with the technological capacity uses some form of social media. Social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn can be used to keep in touch with former co-workers, discuss life events with friends or seek new employment...
Year: 2020
4 common causes of workplace accidents
It is no surprise that workers in an industrial setting face numerous challenges on nearly every shift. From mishaps involving heavy machinery to vehicle accidents, these workers can suffer debilitating, life-long injuries that can impact the entire family. While the...
Debunking motorcycle accident myths
Motorcycle accidents are among the most devastating of all vehicle collisions. Riders have a chance to suffer catastrophic or even fatal injuries in collisions with fixed objects or other vehicles. Unfortunately, over the years a narrative has developed around...
What parents need to know about childhood concussions
From organized sports to playground shenanigans to bicycle or motor vehicle accidents, children and young adults face the frightening prospect of a head injury at nearly every turn. Parents might hear news reports that stretch the truth or anecdotal stories that leave...
Attention residue and the myth of multitasking
Many drivers invite disaster by overestimating their own skill. Whether it is driving in poor weather, driving with defective safety equipment or driving with distractions, drivers tend to assume they can “handle” the challenge with little recognition they are...
What are the 4 most common types of vehicle accidents?
Numerous factors can contribute to a vehicle accident. Anything from defective parts to a distracted driver can cause serious accidents with catastrophic injuries. In general, motor vehicle accidents can be categorized in one of four different ways. Rear-end...
5 common causes of vehicle accidents
While there are myriad factors that can contribute to a motor vehicle accident, some elements continue to appear over and over again. What are some of the most common causes of vehicle collisions? Distracted driving: Over the years, the list of driving distractions...
The dangers of distracted walking
There have been countless studies and news reports highlighting the growing dangers of distracted driving. From eating to personal grooming to talking on the phone while behind the wheel, drivers have more activities dividing their attention than ever before....
How serious is a road rash injury?
Due to the lack of safety equipment and their forced reliance on heavy clothing, motorcyclists tend to face devastating, life-changing injuries in a vehicle collision. From head trauma to compound fractures to burn injuries, many riders will struggle to recover after...
What can cause a tire blowout?
A significant number of motor vehicle accidents can be attributed to driver errors like distractions, speeding, reckless driving, or driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Additionally, many collisions are caused by mechanical failures. In the past,...