Data shows that nearly 80 percent of collisions with large trucks are caused by drivers of passenger vehicles. Part of the reason for this is that many drivers never learned how to safely share the road with these big rigs. Read on to learn how you can improve highway...
Month: August 2017
Important safety tips for nighttime drivers
Summer is arguably the best time of the year, the weather is warm and the days are long. Sadly, it’s quickly passing by and before you know it we’ll be “falling back” to even shorter days. Your now sunny commute home from work will soon be met with complete darkness....
The dangers of stairs for the elderly and tips to stay safe
Falls are the No. 1 one cause of injury and death for senior citizens in the United States. It's because every second of every day a senior citizen suffers a fall in one way or another. Falls can occur just about anywhere, but are most likely to occur in the home....
Can you avoid a bite when a dog charges?
You're out for an evening jog when you notice a dog that's off its leash. You're already too close, and it's exhibiting signs that it may bite. It's standing stiffly, for example, and growling softly in your direction. What can you do? Is it still possible to avoid a...
Woodland Hills personal injury attorney can help with claims
According to a recent report from the National Safety Council, highway fatalities in California are on the rise. In fact, the rate of traffic deaths in the state is increasing faster than the national average. Part of the reason for the uptick is the improved economy,...
New research shows various effects of brain injury
Brain injuries are known to cause mental and personality changes in victims, some of which may be permanent or difficult to treat. Now, new research is starting to clarify the differences between different types of damage suffered after physical injury. The amygdala,...