We've all seen the archetypical photo of a whiplash victim with a neck brace sitting in the courtroom. However, whiplash injuries can have severe and painful effects on victims, and the medical care needed for whiplash can be costly -- too costly for some people to be...
Month: August 2018
Federal drug regulator notifies public of risky thyroid drugs
Many American consumers trust and rely on pharmaceutical drug makers to design and produce medicines that keep us healthy, active and pain-free. But what happens when these drug makers fail to produce medications that are safe for human consumption? Throughout recent...
Common dangers for children during the school year
With school back in full swing, you may be breathing a sigh of relief as a parent. You are following a routine again and can put your focus on daily activities with the assurance that your children are furthering their education. But knowledge is not the only thing...
Instead of driverless cars, why can’t drivers just be safer?
As the technology behind autonomous vehicles continues to improve, the world will benefit from numerous safety advantages associated with non-human drivers. It's important to consider these safety advantages, not only from the perspective of supporting the...
Georgia salvage yard accident results in 1 worker fatality
A salvage yard worker suffered fatal injuries when a truck fell on him in Clayton County. The 31-year-old worker was reportedly removing an automotive part from beneath a pickup truck when the weight of the truck shifted and the entire vehicle fell and crushed him....
Unlawful driving games: Beware of the brake-checker
Sometimes we are in the middle of a difficult traffic situation, and we're forced to follow closely behind another motorist. If you're a responsible driver, these circumstances are rarely by choice. If you're an aggressive driver, on the other hand, you might have...
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