Teachers serve as role models to children, providing them with education, guidance, and dedication. They deserve to be respected by students, parents, staff members, and administrators, but are sometimes targeted for violence and personal injury. Physical and emotional harm are only part of the picture because unhealthy working environments in schools can cause serious illnesses.[…] Read More
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What Should Parents Know about Recalled Infant Sleepers?
Children can bring extreme joy to the lives of their parents. And parents want nothing more than to ensure the safety of their child. Many parents will go to great lengths to make sure their children are safe. Infant sleepers are inclined sleeper chairs for babies. They appear secure and comfortable for children to nap[…] Read More
Over Two Million Dehumidifiers Recalled for Possible Fire Hazard
Dehumidifiers sold under several well-known appliance brand names are being recalled because they may catch fire. According to an advisory from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), manufacturing firm New Widetech, which built a wide variety of dehumidifiers sold under brand names Honeywell and Amana, among many other well-known household brand names, reports 107 known[…] Read More
How Safe are Electric Cars?
As every year passes, there are more and more hybrid vehicles or fully electric cars and trucks on the roads and highways of the United States. The technology supporting electric cars is making the vehicles more practical, given the amount of increased mileage that is available on newer models. Many people are interested in electric[…] Read More
What are the Dangers of Benzene-Contaminated Sunscreen?
When a company makes a product and sells it to consumers, it must meet certain standards. Those standards give consumers peace of mind that the product they are using will not cause them harm. Unfortunately, some products do not meet these rigorous standards and may cause consumers more harm than good. If a consumer has[…] Read More
How can Ladder Safety be Improved?
Every day across the United States, thousands of people use ladders. Whether for their profession or as a homeowner, ladders can help get the job done. As handy as they are, they can also be dangerous. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) collects data about ladder safety. Their recent findings show: Falls[…] Read More
Drunk Driver Crashes Into Another Crash, Kills Firefighter, Injures 3
An Egg Harbor, NJ resident driving through Lower Merion, PA, while drinking alcoholic beverages, crashed into emergency responders at the scene of another DUI crash on I-76 in the early morning hours Friday. The collision killed one firefighter, injured two others, and injured a state trooper, all of whom had responded to the first crash[…] Read More
Who is Liable for Hospital Bills in a Car Accident Case?
A car accident can leave victims with personal injuries and a lot of questions: How long will it take to recover? When can I return to work? How will I pay my medical bills? These are all valid questions, particularly the last. A car accident victim should be able to focus on recovering without the[…] Read More
What are Mental Health Issues in the Construction Industry?
Metal and behavioral health in the workplace is a real concern for employers. This is especially true in the construction industry. In fact, construction jobs have been shown to account for some of the highest instances of substance abuse and suicide of any industry. The stress of these types of jobs and certain elements of[…] Read More
Roofer Falls Through Amazon Warehouse
A subcontractor for a construction company working on an Amazon warehouse fell through a roof he was repairing on July 6. The incident is being investigated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The construction company on site stated that the deceased worker was seen by coworkers removing his mandated safety line from his[…] Read More