Driving in California can be hazardous, and a car accident has the potential to disrupt your life in a variety of ways. A traumatic injury from an accident can affect your ability to work, decrease your quality of life and even shorten your lifespan. One of the most...
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Prevent complications from stepping on a nail
The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health reports construction site accidents as the second-leading cause of death for workers in the state. Even seemingly minor construction accidents can also cause significant injuries. A personal injury as simple as...
Don’t get nailed by these nail gun hazards
Laypeople use them in and around their homes in California. Professionals use them for construction jobs of all kinds - from small to industrial. Nail guns: a gift and a curse The first simple trick is to learn how to use one before picking it up. Don't let anyone...
What are common symptoms of asbestos exposure?
Construction work is one of the most demanding jobs in California and elsewhere. Unfortunately, there are sometimes serious risks associated with it. Asbestos exposure is one of them, so it’s important to be aware of the symptoms. What is asbestos? Asbestos is made up...
Are SUVs dangerous to pedestrians?
Style contributes to the popularity of SUVs, and so do the vehicles’ practical purposes. Even a compact SUV provides enough space to transport multiple passengers while providing enough mass and frame to increase collision safety. Unfortunately, the size presents...
Injuries you can suffer from car crashes
Motorists in California may benefit from learning more about some of the common injuries people suffer in car accidents. There are approximately 6 million car accidents in the US every year. While less than 50,000 of these accidents are fatal, nearly 5 million of them...
What are the types of catastrophic injuries?
Catastrophic injuries are those that seriously interfere with a person's quality of life, rendering them unable to do things they once could do. These injuries are long-term and change the person's life. California has a statute of limitations of two years if you want...
Delivery drivers face pressure and accident risks
Delivery drivers try to do their best during challenging times, and the 2021 - 2022 supply chain crisis has made things difficult. Some drivers operate tractor-trailers while others run deliveries in vans or other vehicles. No matter how a driver attempts to reach a...
Can the rate of teen driver accidents be reduced with education?
Every single day, more teen drivers hit California roads for the first time. With so many new, inexperienced drivers, more car accidents occur. It’s worth wondering if the rate of accidents can be reduced when teens take driver education. What can cause teen drivers...
The dangers of cognitive distraction
California drivers hit the road every day with a slew of distractions taking their attention off the roadway. From having a simple conversation with a passenger to rubbernecking at an accident scene, these distractions can naturally pop up at every turn. By...