When you think about motorcycles, do you think they are hard to see, loud, dangerous, small, etc.? The truth is, these riders have just as much right to the road as you do, and accidents involving motorcycles are more deadly than those that do not. In fact, the...
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Implementing safe driving habits to protect bicyclists
As more people take up bicycling for fitness, transportation or recreation, the need for drivers to understand how to safely share the road with bicyclists becomes increasingly important. Mutual respect between drivers and bicyclists is necessary to maintain safety on...
Examining the issue of excessive force during arrests in New York
In every interaction with law enforcement, citizens have certain rights, even during an arrest. These rights include protection from unnecessary or excessive force. New York, like every other state, has rules regarding the acceptable level of force during an arrest....
What are common delayed symptoms after an accident?
A person may feel fine after a car accident, but that does not mean the individual is physically sound. A sudden collision usually causes a spike in adrenaline, which can mask pain. Since injuries can show up days or weeks after a collision, parties to an accident...
What are the possible effects of electrocution?
Electricity is so common in daily life that it can become easy to forget how dangerous it can be. Everyday household items can become unsafe, and people who work around powerful tools and equipment face additional hazards. Anyone who works around electricity should be...
When is sexual harassment a crime?
Sexual harassment is often a civil issue, but it can cross the line and become a criminal charge. Typically, harassment involves only words and no physical contact. Obviously, if it turns physical, it would be a sex crime, which goes beyond the definition of...
What are the fall risks related to stairways?
Stairs lead to many falls resulting in injuries and deaths. Over seven million people seek care in the emergency room each year due to falls on stairs. There are a few reasons why stairs are a major fall risk. Mostly, the issues related to their construction or design...
What are some examples of police misconduct?
Members of the public expect the police to be honest, provide protection and uphold the law. However, like in any field of work, there are some members of law enforcement who intentionally or unintentionally fail to uphold the standards expected of them. When the...
What are symptoms of a myocardial contusion?
The impact of a car accident can hit you just about anywhere on your body and created a localized injury. For instance, if you strike your head, you generally have to worry about a brain injury. However, if the collision impacts your chest, you might have to check for...
What are the dangers of working in a construction trench?
Sometimes construction work places you in excavations and trenches. Construction workers face a variety of risks on the job, and a trench is not an exception. These dangers can threaten your health and even your life without the proper safety precautions. Construction...