Month: March 2022
Should doctors who run ‘pill mills’ go to jail for dealing drugs?
If a doctor intentionally accepted money in order to prescribe otherwise illegal drugs that were not medically necessary, he or she might be in serious trouble with the law. But what if the doctor genuinely thought the drugs were medically necessary? And what if they money came in the form of insurance reimbursements? Doctors are
States embrace new technology to reduce truck accidents
Several states are turning to new safety technology to lessen a continuing significant risk to motorists – the threat of tire blowouts by semi-trucks at high speeds. (Semi-truck refers to the actual truck or tractor that contains the engine and truck driver. Semi-trucks can run on their own without a hauling a semi-trailer.) Identifying flat
The risk of computer crimes charges is high
With technology advancing nearly every day, the risks online increase as well. Many people might see the risk in social media, and how it affects mental health or even behavior. However, the risk of crime – and criminal charges – seems to be rising as well. What exactly makes something a computer crime? Computer crimes
Can I lose my nursing license if I get a DUI?
Getting a nursing license is no easy task. It takes hours upon hours of studying, test taking and clinic hours before you can get that treasured nursing license that can lead to a job as a nurse. But what happens if the police stop your vehicle and accuse you of drunk driving? Is that it
The ways a DUI conviction may derail your career
There are many under-the-radar penalties stemming from a DUI conviction. One of them is how it may affect your career. Having a DUI on your record can take a toll on your professional life. You may lose your job, see job opportunities shrivel up and disappear, or have clients and colleagues become former clients and
UK study sheds light on TBI risk factors
Car crashes are one of the most common causes of traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Oftentimes, these injuries can be life-changing. That is why safety organizations and researchers are making it a priority to learn more about them – and find ways to prevent them. A new study looked into some of the factors that lead