Even though we only do a quarter of our driving at night, it does pose additional risks than driving during the day. As we head into winter, the days get shorter which means a lot of drivers are on the roads at night during a naturally busy time of day. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to limit the dangers of nighttime driving. Here’s how to help keep yourself—and others—safe on the road after dark.
An injury at work can lead to difficult and sometimes life-altering complications for workers. Will they ever return to work, how will they pay for extended care and rehabilitation, and who will pay the bills while they recover?
Every fall, parents set out to create a safe and enjoyable spooky season for their kids. It is, after all, one of the most magical holidays behind Christmas. But it’s also the most dangerous time of year for children who go out trick-or-treating. Here’s a scary statistic: children are more than twice as likely to…
Dogs are indeed man’s best friend. Even though dog lovers consider them one of the family, dogs have their own set of behaviors and instincts that differ from humans. And that means dog bites pose a serious health risk to people, especially children.
Is there anything better than spending a summer day on the water or cruising the great outdoors? With nearly 12 million recreational vessels and 1.2 million ATVs in the U.S., Americans clearly enjoy summertime recreation. Joyful times can quickly turn deadly, however, if you’re not vigilant about safety – at all times. In 2021, the U.S. Coast Guard reported…
Even a short exposure can cause heat cramps, heat exhaustion or heat stroke. For people who work outdoors, heat exposure can become especially problematic.
Summer is synonymous with throwing the windows down and hitting the road. Despite increased costs at the pump, many Americans plan to travel. Unfortunately, summer is one of the most dangerous times to be driving, especially when long-distance travel might increase a person’s encounter with long-haul truckers. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration…
Every year, June 6 is designated as Secure Your Load Safety Day, which promotes awareness regarding load tie downs and encourages drivers to adhere to the guidelines. Because debris discarded in the back of trucks often blows out and litters our highways and communities, it’s also the perfect time to do your part to “Love the Boot” and remove any trash from the bed of your truck before traveling. Which is a common practice you should do not just on June 6, but every day you travel.
Work injuries are life-changing and still all too common in the United States. The worst part is most of the workplace hazards were totally preventable.
Louisiana drivers are setting records for all the wrong reasons. According to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, there were 914 crashes and 997 deaths on public highways in 2021, a new record. The new record surpasses the previous one set in 2007 with 993 deaths. Gov. John Bel Edwards called the statistics “alarming.” “The…