Many of us drive cars with keyless ignition systems or ‘smart keys,’ and we generally think of them as being a modern and safe convenience, but they can also be deadly. At this time, 10 different automakers are facing a class action lawsuit on behalf of millions of Americans who own or lease vehicles with […]
Motorcycle Cop and Pedestrian Injured in Separate Wrecks
On Tuesday morning, a motorcycle cop and a pedestrian were injured in separate wrecks that happened within 10 minutes of each other. According to ABC Channel Seven News, the first wreck happened at 7:22 a.m., on Sixth and Stevenson Streets, in the South of Market area. Initial reports indicate that a Porsche struck a pedestrian. […]
The Dangers of Invokana and SGLT2 Inhibitors
Recently touted as the latest greatest drug for those suffering from Type 2 Diabetes, Invokana and similar SGLT2 inhibitors aren’t without serious side effects. In fact, reports of ketoacidosis, a life-threatening condition, prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to issue a warning about Invokana and Invokamet earlier this year. According to the Institute […]
Fatal Pedestrian Crash on Highway 280
On Saturday morning, a fatal wreck involving a pedestrian happened on Interstate Highway 280 in San Francisco. According to ABC Channel Seven News, the wreck happened sometime before 5:50 a.m., near the U.S. Highway 101 connector. Although very little information has been released about the wreck, we do know that at least one person was […]
Electronic Logging Devices for the Trucking Industry
The use of Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) is one step closer to being a reality for the commercial trucking industry. The final rule has been sent from the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for final approval. Hopefully, the rule will […]
