Faulty ignition switches on GM cars have caused hundreds of accidents over the years. One of these cases is especially gut-wrenching. This is the story of Denis Herndon, a former drug addict who, after his recovery, started a chain of drug treatment centers to help other people like him. On the fateful night of July […]
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What Happens in a Head-On Collision?
A head-on collision can be one of the most devastating types of car crashes. However, after actually studying what happens during this type of crash, it’s actually the same effect that would occur if either vehicle hit a non-moving object. It’s tempting to assume that two cars hitting one another at 40 miles per hour […]
ER Docs Treating Brain Injuries Must Attend to Body Position and Temperature
When you hear the words “vital signs,” what comes to mind? Many of us have been in the hospital or know someone who has. Nurses make their rounds frequently, checking measurements such as body temperature and blood pressure. One of the reasons this is done is because vital signs are key in helping medical staff […]
Don’t Let GM Stories on Self-Driving Cars Overshadow Its Big Story: Deadly Switches
Self-driving cars are a pretty popular topic, and a divisive one. On one hand, they could allow disabled people to get to where they need to go without public transportation or a private driver. On the other hand, some experts believe that self-driving cars could be dangerous to have on the road with no human […]
Defective Bistro Chairs From Pier 1 Imports
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) just issued a press release about defective bistro-style chairs from the popular home décor retailer Pier 1 Imports. According to the CPSC, Pier 1 Imports is recalling Neely and Dahlia Bistro Chairs due to a defect that can cause these chairs to fall apart, posing a fall risk for […]
