Wrong-way drivers. Wandering livestock. Both have caused multi-car pileups in California in recent months. Other than paying close attention to your surroundings, there is not much you can do to avoid unusual causes of freeway pileups like these. But there are actions you can take to avoid some of the most common causes of multi-vehicle […]
The Horror of Childhood Sexual Abuse Right Here in the Bay Area
Most stories of orphans are heartbreaking. Many consist of children abandoned and families that can’t take care of their children. Luckily, there’s sometimes a way out for these kids. Adoption can give them a second chance to be part of a family and feel the same love and affection from parents that other kids have. […]
The Impact of Motorcycle Helmets on Riders and the Public
There’s an ongoing dispute in American society about the value of motorcycle helmets. Some believe that all motorcyclists should be required by law to wear helmets, while others believe this should remain a matter of personal choice. One of the latest weigh-ins on the subject was published in a recent edition of the New England […]
A History of Motorcycle Helmets in the U.S.
The faster we move, the more careful we have to be. Transportation has always been dangerous, and now with vehicle speeds getting higher and higher, safety becomes even more important. One of the most dangerous modes of transportation is motorcycles. With no harnesses or enclosures, motorcyclists’ safety is a huge concern with a rich history […]
Kawasaki to Pay $5.2 Million Civil Penalty Over Defective ROVs
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recently issued a press release following Kawasaki’s agreement to pay a $5.2 million civil penalty associated with an alleged failure to report defective ROVs and misrepresentation of the situation. The charges associated with the penalty asserted that Kawasaki failed to promptly report to the CPSC that its 2012-2016 […]
