One of the more common thoughts about the holiday season is that people are always on the go. The increase in festivities and the desire to shop for gifts mean that people spend more time away from home than usual. Driver fatigue is a risk throughout the year, but it...
Many adults remember a time before global positioning system (GPS) devices made navigation simple. There was a time when people either needed to know the route or how to read a map to reach a destination. There was also a time when people could print out step-by-step...
Poultry processing is not the most glamorous occupation, but it puts food on the tables of many North Carolina families. Although the work is steady and reliable, it is also dangerous -- exposing workers to injury and illness risks. In 2019, the rate of non-fatal...
When you take your car to an auto repair shop, you expect to receive it back in good working condition. However, sometimes auto mechanics can be negligent, and their carelessness can make your car unsafe. Below are some issues that could cause accidents. Brake...
Roofers face specific hazards when they’re doing their job duties. The roofing company must ensure that all workers have the safety equipment and training they need to remain safe. There are several specific hazards that must be addressed. Making sure that roofers...
Not all claims for Social Security benefits are successful. The Social Security Administration (SSA) denies most first-time applicants for various reasons such as mistakes in the paperwork, lack of medical evidence, or if the applicant’s disability is not serious...
There are serious accidents every year in which cyclists are hit by drivers who are attempting to pass or overtake them. These accidents are incredibly hazardous for cyclists because even a bike helmet just isn’t that much protection when being struck by car. In some...
Home healthcare workers are a vital part of the medical community because they help people who want to age in place and have conditions that make it difficult for them to leave home. While this can be a rewarding profession, it has serious risks. One of the most...
Talk about distracted driving tends to revolve around the use of phones or other electronic devices. However, distractions have been around since in-car clocks were analog, and watching a movie in your car meant going to a drive-in. Here are some of those distractions...
Maybe you find sharing the road with semi-trucks annoying. They take up a lot of space, can be difficult to see past and can get in the way when you need to cross lanes to make your turn. While you might not enjoy sharing the road with them, they play an essential...
