Driverless Cars Pros and Cons
0 CommentsAutonomous cars have been a hot topic in the media, especially after the pedestrian fatality involving one of Uber’s self-driving SUV’s in Arizona this month. There is no doubt driverless cars are the future and that accident statistics will see drastic changes when they become popular among the general public. But in light of the tragedy…
Read More Read MoreNY Bridge Collapse May Happen Like Miami
0 CommentsThe horrifying pedestrian bridge collapse in Miami last Thursday, killing six people and injuring nine others, has been a national wake up call that bridge safety is not to be taken lightly. Unfortunately, last week’s tragedy has also brought to light the fact that many states have had thousands of known structurally deficient bridges for…
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St. Patrick’s Day Danger
0 CommentsSt. Patricks Day is bursting with lively festivities and Irish-American pride, but along with the celebration comes a yearly increase in drunk driving accidents and fatalities. Every 36 minutes on St. Patrick’s Day, an alcohol-related car accident claims a life. Ranking as the fourth most popular day for drinking across the nation, St. Patrick’s Day…
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SPRING FORWARD WITH SAFETY
0 CommentsDaylight Savings time is far more complex than just moving your clocks an hour ahead. When your body settles into a particular sleep schedule, even a 60-minute change can alter your state of mind, possibly putting your safety at risk. This year, Daylight Savings begins on Sunday, March 11th. Before adjusting your clocks over the…
Read More Read MoreMarch is National Brain Injury Awareness Month
0 CommentsThis President’s Day, a 58-year-old man from Long Island sustained a fatal blow to the head in a catastrophic accident involving a broken fire escape step in Manhattan. During a routine building inspection, the step came loose and fell seven floors before tragically striking the man in the head while he was walking on the…
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