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Everything from the weather to the time of day and how much sleep a person got the night before contributes to roadway collisions. Sadly, no matter how much you prepare or how safely you drive, there are some situations you cannot plan for. If you live in one of these states, there is a high…

Staying alert is vitally important on the road. Even a quick glance down at a phone or being distracted by a flashy billboard for a second can lead to devastating consequences. This could include loss of life, expensive litigation, and extensive property damage. Realizing how deadly phones, radios, and other distractions can be, innovative companies…

Car accidents can be devastating, and even a fender bender can lead to expensive litigation. It is far too easy to forget to take a photo, collect witness information, and record other pertinent details regarding a collision. Without this info, you could owe thousands for a minor accident – or lack the evidence you need…

Autonomous cars are no longer a design concept. Companies like Google have already started to test driverless vehicles on the road, and projections indicate the market will be full of driverless car options within the next five years. Most new vehicles feature some degree of automation, from automatic braking in dangerous situations to warning signals…

West Virginia is known around the world for coal mining. While the industry serves as a source of work and income, it’s a high-risk job. Throughout history, coal booms have been underlined by the deaths of hardworking miners stuck in the wrong place at the wrong time. Here are some of the worst mining disasters…

If getting back into the gym is part of your New Year’s resolution for 2016, you’re not alone. Year after year, many of us resolve to be more active so we can feel healthier, look better, and live longer. While these are admirable goals, the hidden dangers of gym equipment may hinder some people from…

In today’s world, airline passengers always face a certain amount of risk when they step onboard a commercial airplane. While some factors are outside of an airliner’s control, airline policies and procedures can improve or reduce overall safety and security. This January, Airlineratings.com released a list of the safest airline companies in the world. This…

Hoverboards, the Segway-like recreational devices, were the must-have item on many children’s holiday wish lists in 2015. However, more and more stories have popped up regarding the serious hazards some models pose. Jurisdictions have even gone as far as banning the use of the devices in public areas. But are hoverboards really so dangerous? How…

Burn injuries provide a compelling threat to global public health. They claim an estimated 265,000 lives annually. They occur mostly at home or in the workplace and are largely preventable. But did you know that the type of burn you sustain can vary greatly by your sex? Check out your chances of getting a burn…

When we’re sick, we expect our doctors to take reasonable action and to take care of us. We put our trust in their abilities to make us feel well again. However, some physicians can take advantage of our faith and commit negligence. That said, not all cases of perceived wrongdoing necessarily indicate medical malpractice. How…