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In 2014, 3,660 people were killed in accidents involving semi-trucks. Everyone knows that semi-trucks are dangerous, however, do you know where and how they are dangerous? Semi-trucks are surrounded by areas called “no-zones.” A no-zone is the part around the truck that is extremely dangerous and responsible for the majority of fatalities are caused in these “no-zones.” There are four…

Uber signaled its intention to defy California regulators and refused to apply for permits to operate self-driven cars in the state. Unfortunately, a mere week after this revelation, it appears that Uber’s self-driven vehicles are not quite as reliable as they are touted, and they might get “confused” by bike lanes. Within the first day of Uber rolling out its…

Understandably, physical injuries are a primary concern for children who are in motor vehicle accidents. After all, a high-impact collision can leave victims with broken bones, deep lacerations and even brain and spinal damage. But less discussed is the emotional trauma that can result from being in a car accident. A child can be especially vulnerable to experiencing psychological problems…

Riding a motorcycle is great fun, so long as it remains upright. Dropping a motorcycle while waiting at a stop light can not only be embarrassing, but it’s also a back-straining hassle to get your bike back on its wheels. But more significantly, if your motorcycle tips while you’re riding and you take a tumble, you could be seriously injured.…

Healthcare professionals have a duty to provide patients with proper treatment. And teamwork is an essential element of good care. All doctors and hospital staff members must work in concert to ensure their patients’ safety and well-being. And this means that they must constantly keep the lines of communication open among themselves. To do otherwise can yield serious or even…

When winter comes, we are all more vulnerable to coming down with a cold or the flu. You are likely familiar with the symptoms of these illnesses, which can include fatigue, fever, headaches, coughing, sneezing and muscle aches. To put it bluntly, suffering from a seasonal illness is absolutely no fun. But were you aware that it can also cause…

Accidents involving inadequate, like commuter trains, light rail, subways, and cargo, are among the deadliest accidents. The human body is no match for the hundreds of tons of metal that are smashed and twisted together in these fatal accidents. To combat the prevalence of these accidents, especially in the rail-congested Northeast, some governments and activists are pressuring Internet companies to…