A new report by the Department of Labor shows that a power line worker died on the job in Spring Lake, North Carolina. The federal agency reported that the worker came into direct contact with 7200 volts, and died instantly at the 2300 block of Ray Road in Spring Lake. The worker was employed by the…
One of the most popular types of vehicles on the road today are SUVs. These vehicles offer the comfort of passenger cars, but with extra benefits, like extra cargo and more leg room. However, the bigger size and weight of these vehicles may be contributing to an increase in the number of fatal car crashes…
The number of drivers in this country who will be 70 years or older is expected to triple over the next two decades. According to research conducted by National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), the risk of a person being involved in a fatal car accident spikes when they reach 75 years old. There are…
Burn injuries can be one of the most painful and dangerous injuries a person can sustain. It is estimated there are over 1 million burn injuries each year, resulting in more than 40,000 victims hospitalized with these injuries. Burn injuries can happen by electric shock, a car accident, a defective product, or other incident caused…
For almost a century, asbestos was used in all kinds of materials. This mineral is made up of tiny fibers. The reason for its popularity was that it has a high resistance to fire, heat, and many chemicals. Asbestos was used in fireproofing materials, building supplies, and many other products that we are exposed to…