Legal Tire Tread May Be Unsafe

Driving with worn out tires can cause accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), worn out tires are responsible for 11,000 car accidents and 200 fatalities every year in the U.S. As a result, most states have policies regarding the acceptable depth of a tire tread for public safety. In New Jersey,…

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Hotel Bathroom Slip and Falls

In your shower at home, you likely have many comforts and conveniences as well as safety features such as slip resistant coatings, a water draining mat, and possibly a handrail. But when you travel, the hotel bathroom may be putting you at risk for a serious injury. Hotels frequently choose luxurious looking finishes over slip-proof…

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Objects Falling Off a Moving Truck

A recent tragedy that took the lives of a mother and daughter from Minnesota highlights the danger of improperly secured cargo. The two women were fatally injured when a boulder weighing approximately 800 lbs. was dislodged from the back of a moving truck and slammed into their vehicle. The women suffered significant trauma as the…

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Carlstadt Multi-Vehicle Accident on New Jersey Turnpike Fatally Injures Victim

A victim sustained fatal injuries after a multi-vehicle accident occurred in Carlstadt, New Jersey. On Wednesday evening, around 5:30pm, the car crash took place on the New Jersey Turnpike and involved four vehicles. No other information regarding the condition of other parties in the Carlstadt multi-vehicle accident was available. Rush-hour traffic oftentimes contributes to serious…

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Dry Drowning and Secondary Drowning

Summer is the high season for water sports and recreation, and every parent should be aware of the risk of dry drowning and secondary drowning for young children. Thankfully, occurrences are rare but for those affected, these conditions can be fatal if the warning signs are not recognized immediately. Dry Drowning Dry drowning occurs on…

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Fears Over Self-Driving Car Safety

A recent study conducted by the American Automobile Association (AAA) has found that 73 percent of Americans would not ride in a self-driving vehicle because they are too afraid. AAA surveyed 1,014 American drivers, and found that fear of self-driving cars is present in all age groups. Every day an average of 102 people are…

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Allergy Meds Can Lead to Drugged Driving

Anyone who has dealt with the sneezing, coughing, headache, scratchy throat, and the itchy, watery eyes associated with allergies knows how intense the suffering can be. That is why so many are quick to take an allergy medication that promises to relieve the symptoms. While allergy sufferers may be willing to endure the drowsy, foggy…

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Unsafe Teething Products for Children

Babies and young children are our most vulnerable consumers. Parents and caregivers trust manufacturers and retailers to sell baby products that are safe. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a warning to parents, manufacturers, and retailers to stop using and selling teething products that contain benzocaine because they can pose a…

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New Law Could Mean More Inexperienced Truckers

The U.S. Congress is considering a new law called the DRIVE-SAFE Act. This Act has been proposed in response to a national shortage of truck drivers, and would allow teen truckers to drive big-rigs across state lines. Allowing younger truckers on the road may help businesses move goods across the country, but it could have…

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