According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 6 teenagers a day are killed in car accidents in the United States. These accidents are caused by 8 primary reasons that are all preventable. Talk to your teen before driving and explain these “danger zones” for teen drivers to help prevent them from becoming […]
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Electric Shock Injuries: Neurological and Neuropsychological Injuries in the case of Kelly Douglass v. Hitachi and CH2M Hill
On November 23, 2013 Kelly Douglass suffered severe electrical shock injuries while cleaning electrical switch gear at the Hitachi plant in San Jose. Kelly was working for Applied Power Systems under a contract issued by CH2M Hill Engineers, which was responsible for the maintenance and operations at the Hitachi facility. CH2M Hill’s Robert Merlot reported […]
New Crash Avoidance Technology Helps Keep Drivers Safe
Safety is one of the top considerations for many people when shopping for a new car. After considering luxury features and functionality, many drivers review crash test ratings to determine a car’s safety in the event of an accident. But buyers should also consider new technology that prevents accidents from occurring in the first place. […]
Government Issues New Rules on Hand-Held Device Restrictions for Commercial Drivers
A new federal regulation issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) places restrictions on drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). The regulations state that drivers of CMVs, such as commercial truck drivers, cannot hold a mobile device to make a call or dial by pressing more than one button. A hands-free phone is […]
State Laws Aim to Make Youth Sports Safer, But More Work Needed
Most parents are thrilled when their children want to play sports. It’s good exercise, teaches cooperation and team building, and gets them away from their video games for a few hours a week. Youth sports offer many great benefits – as long as precautions are taken to make sure that children stay safe. In recent […]
