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It may be hard to determine who is at-fault when a driver hits an illegally parked car. It is common knowledge that vehicles should not be parked in front of fire hydrants and other illegal places. Unfortunately, some people still break the law, creating serious hazards for all drivers. If another motorist runs into an… Read More

It is becoming more common for employers across the United States to address the mental health concerns of their employees, an issue that has rapidly increased over the past decade. Though there have been past misconceptions, scientists have disproven many myths about mental illnesses and employers have observed these fallacies. In fact, employees with mental… Read More

Work-related injuries have a big impact on an employer. Obviously, insurance premiums cover Workers’ Compensation costs, but indirect costs are also a significant impact. Work injuries can result in missed days at work, impacting employers. As a result, employers experience lost productivity, low morale, and pressure to train a replacement. By maintaining a safe work… Read More

During winter, there is the potential for a slip and fall accident at any moment. Winter weather causes ice to form on the ground, resulting in slippery surfaces. When ice is present at a business and a patron is injured from a slip and fall accident, this could give patrons the opportunity to file a… Read More

Passenger safety in cars has vastly improved over the past few decades and front seat passenger fatalities involved in head-on collisions have seen a substantial decrease. But what about passengers in rear seats? A recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found that backseat passengers are not as protected for a car… Read More

Car accidents can happen anytime you are on the road and they often happen unexpectedly. If you are involved in a car accident and you hit your head, you may suffer a concussion. A quick assessment may feel as though you escaped the accident without serious injury, but it is still necessary to be checked… Read More

With winter weather quickly approaching, it is important for you to stay safe while driving on snow and ice-covered roads. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, winter storms and bad road conditions contribute to more than 2,000 road deaths every winter. Although you cannot control the weather, there are things you can do… Read More

You may think that working in an office environment is safer than other work environments, such as construction work or washing windows. Yet, there are risks involved with working in an office environment. Common office injuries can happen in many different situations and include the following: Injuries associated with lifting Falls Repetitive injuries associated with… Read More