This is something that every parent of a teen driver and every victim of an accident caused by a minor needs to know. Unfortunately, like most legal questions, the answer is, “it depends on the circumstances, and the laws in your state.” We know that is frustrating, and we are going to give you the […]
Avoiding Accidents on Icy Roads
November 7, 2014 By
Icy roads are dangerous for even the most experienced driver and in any type of vehicle. While the right vehicle can make driving on snow and ice safer, it can also give drivers a false sense of security, causing them to drive more carelessly. Driving in a storm has the added danger of poor visibility […]
Five Safety Tips for Avoiding Truck Accidents
November 6, 2014 By
Sharing the road safely with large commercial trucks means understanding some of the limitations and challenges that truck drivers are dealing with, so that you can watch out for the danger zone in truck accidents. Know the Blind Spots Semi-trucks have some massive blind spots, where the truck driver absolutely cannot see you. By knowing where […]
4 Tips For Avoid Injuries When Exercising
November 5, 2014 By
Warm Up First, Stretch Last The old recommendation was to stretch before exercise and other physical activity. That has changed. You do want to warm up before working out or playing sports. Stretching should come after your workout. If you stretch before, you will have less strength and will not perform as well. You want […]
November 2014 – Accident Statistics
November 4, 2014 By
By November of each year many states across North America have seen their first snowfall. This means there’s likely been a jump in traffic, truck, and pedestrian accidents. This cold weather also means an increase in slip and fall accidents – as sidewalks and streets become icy. Most, if not all, of these accidents could […]
Truck Accident Fatalities on the Rise
November 3, 2014 By
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the number of people who died in truck accidents in 2012 was 12% higher than in 2009. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 3,921 people died in large truck accidents in 2012 and 104,000 were injured. 73% of those injured and killed were […]
Make Sure the Blood and Guts You Decorate with This Halloween Aren’t Your Own
October 31, 2014 By
It wouldn’t be Halloween without jack-o’-lanterns. For many families, carving the pumpkin together is a beloved tradition. Don’t make a trip to the emergency room, or the day you burned the house down, part of your family’s Halloween lore. Pumpkin Carving Safety Tips Prepare your area by laying out some newspaper for the messy stuff […]
Halloween: Hosting Trick-or-Treaters Safely
October 30, 2014 By
When you think about Halloween safety, it’s easy to overlook the hazards on your own front porch and in your yard, especially those that you have grown accustomed to and see every day. You can help prevent accidents and injuries on your property by looking at the setting with fresh eyes, and considering what might […]
Halloween: Trick or Treating Safely
October 29, 2014 By
About twice as many kids and teenagers are hit by cars and killed on Halloween than other days of the year. That doesn’t mean that your child should be forced to sit at home while everyone else is out trick or treating. Following some basic safety guidelines can greatly reduce the risk that your child […]
