In March 2013, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a recall for about 230,000 Ford Freestar and Mercury Monterey minivans. The purpose of the recall was to fix rust problems in the vehicles that could cause the third row of seats to come loose, increasing the risk of serious injuries in some […]
Learn More About NHTSA Watches for Rust in Non-Recalled Ford, Mercury VehiclesSleepiness and fatigue brought on by not getting enough rest at night are key causes of car, truck, and other serious accidents, as many San Diego car accident attorneys have seen. Sleep is so important to preventing motor vehicle accidents that the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently revised its hours of service […]
Learn More About Embrace Better Sleep to Avoid AccidentsThe first full week of May is North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (NAOSH Week) for workers in the U.S. It’s a time for employees and employers alike to take a closer look at safety in the workplace and to strive to prevent accidents, injuries, and illnesses related to work. Work-related injuries and illnesses […]
Learn More About It’s North American Occupational Safety and Health Week!In 2010, 3,092 people died from accidents related to distracted driving, and by 2011, that number increased to 3,331. The growing number of fatalities caused by drivers’ inattention to the road has raised much concern about this growing epidemic. With more technology available than ever before, how can anyone ignore it even from behind the wheel? […]
Learn More About New Federal Distracted Driving Guidelines Limit In-Car TechnologyThe U.S. National Safety Council recently released statistics which revealed that motor vehicle accident deaths increased by 5% in 2012. The same 5% spike has been seen in the percentage of accident victims who seek medical help after a motor vehicle accident. The cost of all these accidents and related injuries rang in at the […]
Learn More About Why Are Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities Increasing?Currently, there are several family-safety apps available for smartphones and other devices. Many of them are basic apps that use phone GPS to track family members or to provide automatic alerts when a family member arrives at a pre-determined place, like home or school. However, some app makers are starting to consider other uses for […]
Learn More About Family Safety Apps Take a Comprehensive ApproachIt was about two years ago that a medical helicopter ran out of fuel and crashed into the middle of a farm field near Mosby, Missouri that unfortunately killed 4 people: the pilot, a flight nurse, a flight paramedic, and the patient being transported. After thorough investigation, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) came to […]
Learn More About Tragic Helicopter Crash Due to Pilot TextingThe fun of amusement park rides comes from the sense of danger, but the danger should only be illusory, never real. Unfortunately, when rides are not maintained properly, riders, operators, and maintenance staff can suffer injuries and need the protection of an experienced San Diego injury attorney. One such situation may be brewing at Disneyland, […]
Learn More About Cal/OSHA Regulators Consider Fining Disneyland for Ride Safety ViolationsCalifornia car defect attorneys are paying close attention to a recently-issued recall by automakers Honda, Toyota, Nissan, and Mazda. The recalls cover a total of 3.4 million vehicles, according to a report by NBC News. The recall is based on a defect in the vehicles’ airbag systems that may cause the vehicle to catch fire […]
Learn More About Four Automakers Issue Recalls Covering 3.4 Million VehiclesWith spring well on its way, families throughout California are opening their windows to enjoy the fresh air. Having windows open, however, can pose a risk, especially to children who may be enticed by what they can hear or see through the windows, but might not understand the risks of crawling into or playing near […]
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