Anyone who has suffered a serious injury knows all too well the devastating physical and financial implications that can result. Whether an individual is involved in a serious car or truck accident or suffers an injury while at work, in accidents where negligence may...
The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently published the preliminary results of the 2013 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries Summary. While overall fatalities among U.S. workers decreased over 2012 numbers, based on data related to workplace fatalities and the workers...
On any given day throughout the San Diego area, bicyclists can be seen traveling along the streets, in parks and along trails. While the many health and environmental benefits of biking are widely reported on, bikers in some areas are coming under increased scrutiny...
According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration, an estimated 6.5 million men and women work at construction worksites across the U.S. These individuals face numerous hazards on a daily basis as they operate or work in close proximity to machinery and...
While widely regarded as man's best friend, a dog is an animal and no matter how seemingly docile or tame, every dog has certain instincts that, if triggered, can result in the display of aggressive behavior.Many San Diego area residents have likely read or seen news...
A large percentage of U.S. adults spend eight or more hours per day at work. For many, the daily duties associated with their occupations can have negative and serious health implications. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' annual report detailing information...
The United States has some of the strictest labor safety laws of any developed country. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration is the federal agency that's tasked with enforcing workplace safety requirements and routinely fines U.S. employers who fail to...
In the wake of a car accident, those drivers and passengers involved may feel disoriented and afraid. There are, however, important steps a driver should take if he or she is involved in a car accident. Individuals who fail to follow the correct procedures could end...
We previously wrote a blog discussing the tragic June truck accident that claimed the life of comedian Jimmy McNair and in which actor and comedian Tracy Morgan was seriously injured. Since this accident, there have been many news reports about the dangers of fatigued...
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, asbestos is "a group of naturally occurring minerals that are resistant to heat and corrosion." Because of its durable qualities, asbestos was readily used in a variety of building and construction...
