Most people go into surgery trusting that the surgeon knows what they are doing. And most of the time, that trust is justified. But surgeons are human, and the instruments
Not every crash is caused by a single person. Sometimes two drivers run a red light at the same time. Sometimes a trucking company fails to maintain its vehicle while
Most people already know that seat belts save lives. The NHTSA estimates that seat belt use saved nearly 15,000 lives in 2017, and the national use rate reached 91.
Most people who go under anesthesia don't think much about it before the procedure. They sign the consent form, count backward from ten, and wake up in recovery.
The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day has earned a grim nickname among safety researchers and traffic officials. It is called the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer. This name
Crosswalks help keep pedestrians and bikers safe while crossing the road. But sometimes you're in a hurry. You come to the crosswalk. The sign indicates that you should
Every year, May is designated as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and it always lands at the right time. The weather warms up, the bikes come out of winter storage, and
After a car accident that doesn’t seem particularly serious, most people try to move on quickly. You might feel sore or shaken, but if nothing is bleeding or looks
Every April, Distracted Driving Awareness Month puts a spotlight on a problem that never really goes away. Safety groups, law enforcement, and legal professionals all use this time to advance
After a crash, most people hope their case will settle quickly so they can move on. In many situations, that does happen. Insurance companies may agree to pay a fair
If a nurse makes a mistake and you get hurt because of it, you may be able to file a medical malpractice claim.
Nursing malpractice happens when a nurse does
If you were hurt in a collision with a commercial truck, your case might be more complicated than a regular car accident. There are federal safety rules for commercial trucks,
