The embarrassed way that people react to a slip-and-fall often indicates that they blame themselves for stumbling and suffering harm. However, people who fall in public areas generally encounter something that puts them at risk before slipping or tripping and falling....
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How can overconfidence lead to crashes?
Some drivers believe they are much better than they are and that is a problem for other road users. An overconfident driver can push the boundaries, thinking they can stay in control when really, they can’t. They might only discover their limits when they have a near...
3 ways people protect their right to slip-and-fall compensation
People don't expect to slip and fall when they visit their chiropractor's office or stop at the pet store for dog food. However, bad weather, poor cleaning practices and numerous other factors might create a situation in which someone slips and falls in a public...
What can you do if someone is tailgating you?
Some people choose to do nothing when another driver is tailgating. They know that they can only really control the way that they drive, and they are driving safely. They hope the tailgating stops, but they don’t actively take any steps to put an end to it. Other...
Don’t overlook potential compensation after a car accident
A car accident can occur in a split second, but it can have severe financial ramifications and may even be a life-changing event. This happens every day, even to drivers who didn’t make any mistakes, but were simply hit by other negligent drivers that they were...
Construction doesn’t have the highest fatal accident rate
People often consider the construction industry to be the most dangerous one in the United States. They will note that there are more fatal accidents and workplace deaths in construction than in any other industry. They claim that this is where the greatest risk lies....
Are people addicted to their phones?
There certainly has been an increase in phone use over the decades. Some of the reason for this is simply that smartphones perform multiple functions. Your phone is also a computer, a camera, a calculator, a flashlight and much more. It replaces dozens of gadgets, so...
True or false: Rural roads are safer than city streets?
The idea of a leisurely Sunday drive sounds calm and safe. It conjures up images of a relaxed drive down wide-open rural roads. It certainly doesn’t seem like the type of scenario wherein a fatal accident is very likely. A fatal accident seems more like a thing that...
Do you need a longer following distance on the interstate?
Your following distance is incredibly important to how safe you are on the road. It gives you a buffer zone that allows you to react to unexpected events ahead of you. If another driver suddenly slams on the brakes, even a slightly greater distance can have a drastic...
What makes manufacturing a dangerous career to be in?
You could probably think of many things in response to that question. It involves working with heavy machinery and often in dangerous environments. There are many hazards to be watched out for every day and any number of things that could go wrong while working. ...
