Keeping planes and other aircraft well-maintained is critical to ensuring they remain safe to fly, reducing the risks of an accident. Unfortunately, some plane owners will fail to keep their plane in good repair, resulting in otherwise avoidable aviation accidents. But how exactly can poor maintenance lead to aviation accidents? […]
Pet owners have a legal responsibility to ensure their animals, including dogs, do not injure others. In Tennessee, dog owners have a specific legal obligation to keep their dogs under reasonable control and to keep them from running at large in public places or on others’ property. If they don’t, they can be held liable [...]
Aggressive driving is a shockingly common phenomenon, with around half of all motor vehicle accidents involving aggressive driving behaviors. Being aware of these behaviors and learning how to respond to them is one of the best ways to protect yourself from the risk of an accident. Here are five important things you need to know [...]
Bissell Inc. has issued a recall for more than three million Steam Shot handheld steam cleaners after it was found that they had a defect that could cause potential burns. More than 150 people have reported suffering burn injuries after the cleaners leaked hot water or steam due to this defect. People who purchased these [...]
Every year, there are hundreds of plane crashes around the country, the vast majority of which involve small, privately owned planes. What makes these accidents particularly tragic is that they often could be avoided, if not for certain preventable problems causing the accident. Here are seven risk factors that are known to cause small plane [...]
Fatalities from motorcycle accidents have increased by about 36% compared to the same time a decade ago, with nearly 15% of all traffic fatalities involving a motorcyclist. This is despite the fact that motorcycles only account for about 3% of all registered motor vehicles on the road today. But why exactly are fatal motorcycle accidents [...]
Many people love to celebrate the summer months by going out drinking with friends and loved ones. Unfortunately, some of these people make the choice to get behind a wheel while under the influence of alcohol, endangering themselves and everyone around them. That is why you should make sure to follow these steps to help [...]
On June 19, a Southwest Airlines flight got dangerously low to the ground about nine miles outside of Oklahoma City, prompting a warning from the air control tower. While no one was injured, both the airline and the FAA were notified of the incident and are investigating its cause. The incident highlights the importance of [...]
Kawasaki, the international vehicle manufacturing company, has issued a recall for more than 68,000 engines used in a variety of lawn and garden vehicles. A defect was found that could cause the engines to overheat during regular use, creating a risk of burns as well as a fire hazard. People with affected motors should contact [...]
Medline Industries, one of the largest manufacturers of medical equipment in the United States, has issued a recall for 1.5 million bed rails after it was found they could accidentally entrap or suffocate people who used them. At least two deaths have been attributed to the defective bed rails thus far. Anyone who has these [...]
