Did You Know? Bicycle Safety Helmet Tips
Did you know that bicycle trips make up only 1% of all trips in the United States? However, bicyclists account for more than 2% of people who die in a crash involving a motor vehicle [1-3]. It has been found that adults aged 55 to 69 have the...
Did You Know? Cellphone Laws and Rear-End Crashes
Did you know that recent research by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) suggests that state laws which prohibit drivers from holding or using a cell phone while on public roads can reduce rear-end crashes? Researchers from the...
First Quarter Crash Fatalities Hit a New High According to NHTSA
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released early estimates of traffic fatalities for the first quarter of 2022. It is estimated that 9,560 people died in motor vehicle crashes in the first quarter of 2022. This would be an increase of approximately...
Premise Liability Factors - Stairway Accidents
Premise accidents can occur almost anywhere and involve a wide range of built structures – from sidewalks to speed bumps, to roadway potholes. One such area where falls commonly occur is stairs. Stairway falls occur...
Did You Know? Every State has Submitted Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plans
It is no secret that electric vehicles are becoming more popular with consumers, with more and more manufacturers providing electric options. According to Consumer Reports, many automakers have detailed plans to...
Did You Know? Hidden Hazards Associated with Common Landscaping Practices
According to the Professional Safety Journal landscape edging is a cause of injuries to pedestrians as a result of tripping or lacerations due to the sharp edging sometimes protruding from the ground. Sidewalks and edging related falls are also a major cause of occupational injuries for courier and delivery related occupations. Based on 2020 estimates...