Although fidget spinners look like harmless, modestly equipped toys, they have internal parts and some include high-tech, chargeable lithium-ion batteries and other features that can cause serious injuries to kids. Federal safety regulators have
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The deadly silence surrounding electric vehicles has led regulators to require the installation of noise generating devices to alert pedestrians to their presence. Starting in 2019, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will require
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The shooting from Mandalay Bay hotel windows in Las Vegas and other recent attacks like the Manchester Arena bombing on May 22 reveal the security vulnerabilities of live events. Many sports and concert venues continue to rely on traditional
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Improperly controlled hazardous energy can seriously injure or kill workers. To minimize the risk, effective practices and procedures, as laid out by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, must be implemented. According to the OSHA,
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Understanding the main factors that contribute to accidents involving large trucks is essential in developing policies and improving road safety to reduce risks. Due to the power and size of a large truck, an accident can have life-changing
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In many cases, a traumatic brain injury won't be immediately noticed by either the sufferer or loved ones. Medical responders may not even be aware of any symptoms of a TBI following a crash, and doctors treating accident victims may also be unaware
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Organizers and operators of special events such as concerts, festivals, sporting events, competitions, trade shows, etc. can be held liable for injuries and wrongful deaths that occur during these events. Under the doctrine of premises liability,
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The ambitious goals of Elon Musk for autonomous car technology have aroused worldwide safety concerns, magnifying the tricky balance in self-driving car development. While autonomous cars are designed to make the roads safer, moving ahead too
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Parents can help reduce the risk of teen driving accidents by ensuring that their teenagers are ready to get behind the wheel. The risk of motor vehicle crashes is higher among teenagers than among any other age group. Teen drivers between the ages
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Improper fall protection has been the number one OSHA violation every year since 2011. Falls are also the leading cause of death for people working in the construction industry. In 2014, there were 874 total construction industry fatalities. Three
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