What is the Stop the Bleed Program?
The unfortunate truth is that tragedy can strike at any moment. One minute, everyone is busily going about their day and the next minute there could be a severe accident or a dangerous, violent person who is harming citizens in a public area. When a tragic accident or dangerous encounter occurs, we rely on our […]
Overturned Truck Accident
When we get into our cars to head to work, school, or somewhere fun, we don’t often think about the trust that we need to have in other drivers on the road. In particular, we’re not thinking about the trust we must have in semi-truck drivers who carry large loads of cargo and who drive […]
Are All Sunglasses Equal? National Sunglasses Day
If the eyes are the window to the soul, then we should probably take good care of them! The Vision Council agrees, which is why they started National Sunglasses Day to celebrate the importance of wearing sunglasses to protect our eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. National Sunglasses Day occurs annually on June 27 and is […]
Injuries Caused from Objects Falling from Trucks
An accident can happen when you least expect it. While most accidents occur because of two cars colliding into each other or one car colliding into an object, some accidents can happen when objects fall out of semi-trucks (or even regular pickup trucks) and hit the cars surrounding it. Semi-trucks carry a lot of cargo […]
Common Slip and Fall Injuries
Slipping and falling is more than just an embarrassment—it can be deadly. According to the National Floor Safety Institute, there are over 1 million visits to the hospital emergency room each year because of slip and fall injuries. Slip and fall injuries can be particularly hazardous for older people and are the leading cause of […]
Boating Safety Tips
There’s nothing like a day out on the water: The sun is shining, and you’ve got your family and friends (and probably something great to eat). Whether you go out on the boat every weekend of the spring and summer or you go on an annual trip with your friends, it’s crucial to know a […]
How to Properly Handle a Dog Bite Incident
Dogs are unquestionably man’s best friend. There’s nothing better than getting home at the end of the day to a wagging tail and a bunch of slobbery kisses. Even if you don’t personally own a dog, it’s always fun to meet other people’s dogs on walks (or even just watch videos of dogs on YouTube). […]
Gas Company Liability When There’s a Leak
We always think of home as the safest place. It’s our refuge and a place where we can escape from many of the dangers of the world. However, when there’s a gas leak nearby your home—it can create a dangerous situation for you and your family. Although natural gas is odorless, gas companies typically add […]
How is a Car Determined to be Totaled After an Accident?
The day you buy your car at the dealership is a happy one. There’s a good chance you even took a picture of yourself smiling in front of your car before you drove it off the lot. On that day you signed your lease or purchase agreement, it’s likely that you never thought about a […]
Social Media and the Court System
Love it or hate it, social media has become part of the fabric of everyday life. Whether you use Facebook to keep in touch with old high school friends or you like to post pictures on Instagram of the dinner you just cooked, many of us are constantly using (or thinking about) social media on […]
