Truck accidents are among the most deadly types of motor vehicle accidents, with more than 5,000 people dying every year across the United States as a result of accidents involving large trucks. Sadly, many of these accidents are preventable, and may not have occurred if not for negligence on the part of truck drivers and [...]
It is a truism that flying is the safest way to travel, and statistically speaking, that is true. However, air travel still carries significant risks, and aviation accidents happen all the time, although not necessarily how people think. Here are five common misconceptions that people have about aviation accidents: […]
The Electrolux Group has issued a recall for its Frigidaire Gas Cooktops after it was found they suffered from a significant defect that could lead to a gas leak and cause a potential fire. This is because the plastic control knobs with a black shaft were found to sometimes break during use. Anyone using these [...]
Dog and animal owners have an intrinsic responsibility to ensure their pets are carefully controlled so they do not harm anyone. Unfortunately, these sorts of attacks are more common than most people realize, and they can result in serious harm to anyone who suffers them. Here are five things you need to know about dog [...]
Statistically speaking, airplane travel is the safest way to fly, but that safety is dependent on a number of factors that can contribute to the likelihood of an accident. The more negligent an owner or pilot is, the more likely it is that they will be involved in an accident. Here are five common mistakes [...]
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for more than 1.5 million Gree Dehumidifiers after it was found they could overheat and catch fire. The recall affects 42 models of dehumidifiers sold between January 2011 and February 2014. If you have one of the affected models of dehumidifier, you should cease using [...]
Everyone knows, at least in theory, that they should keep their vehicle well-maintained to ensure they can drive safely. However, due to issues of cost or time, many people put off performing proper maintenance, increasing the risks of an accident. Here are five ways that poor maintenance can lead to an auto accident: […]
Soojimus, a manufacturer of products for children, has issued a recall for its CUPKIN Double-Walled Stainless Steel Children’s Cups after they were found to have unsafe levels of lead, in violation of the federal lead content ban. This potentially puts anyone who uses the cups at risk of lead poisoning. Anyone who has one of [...]
A small airplane crashed at the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport on Wednesday, July 26, early in the morning, resulting in two people being injured. Reports indicate that the small plane suffered a significant mechanical failure, which ultimately led to the accident. The exact cause of the accident is currently under investigation. […]
Distracted driving is responsible for more than 3,000 deaths across the United States every year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, accounting for around 8% of all motor vehicle fatalities. To protect yourself from this danger, it is best to avoid as many distractions as possible while driving. Here are seven distracted driving [...]
