Healing a brain injury is difficult and sometimes impossible. Researchers are always looking for new methods as we learn more about how the brain works.One device that has shown promise after a traumatic brain injury is known as a PoNS, or Portable Neuromodulation...
If you must have your day in court, make it a good day
Month: June 2018
Driving angry is dangerous…and expensive
California is home to many wonderful things. The wonders of our state, both natural and man-made, make California a leading vacation destination. Another mark in our favor is a reputation for laid-back attitudes and a willingness to embrace the joys life has to offer....
5 tips to help avoid a trench collapse
A trench collapse is dangerous and often fatal for construction workers. It's one of the biggest hazards of the profession, and proper steps must be taken to reduce the likelihood of a collapse. It is important for workers and companies not to get complacent, as all...
Does anyone want an autonomous motorcycle?
While there are certainly exceptions, many of the cars on the road today were purchased without much thought to the joy of driving them. People want cars to be safe. They want cars to be reliable. Only a small percentage of car buyers are looking for a thrill in...
It’s high season for inattentive driving
Distracted driving is trending in the wrong direction for safety advocates. Efforts to curb distraction have proven ineffective all across the country. While inattentive drivers are always a problem, they are worse during the summer months according to a recent...
Semi-autonomous Tesla sped up before crash
While not a self-driving car, the Tesla Model X does have a semi-autonomous mode that assists drivers.One of these electric cars crashed while using this mode in California. The Model X smashed into a barrier on the highway. Now, the investigation has shown that the...
Beware the hidden dangers in your garage or garden shed
Deadly machines aren't found only at construction sites. In fact, some of the deadliest tools and equipment are in almost every household - not to mention every home improvement store and nearly every backyard. Understanding the hazards is critical to using these...
Don’t let your swimming pool become the site of a tragic accident
Backyard swimming pools provide endless hours of fun for children of all ages. But they also pose a deadly hazard. For every pool owner, safety should be the No. 1 concern. Yet many pool owners - including parents and grandparents - aren't aware that a single safety...
Aquatic therapy can help after serious injuries
After suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you deal with constant pain and discomfort. Your motor skills are far more limited than they used to be. Just doing daily chores is a struggle. You accept that you will never be able to exercise again.It does not have to...
Fog leads to 30-car pileup and 17 injuries
Fog showed just how dangerous it can be during a recent car accident in California. Reports show that somewhere between 20 and 30 different cars were involved in the wreck, and around 17 people suffered injuries.The wreck happened on the 15 Freeway, in the southbound...