Year: 2023
Does more sleep = fewer accidents on the road?
Seven to nine hours of sleep is recommended for adults. Yet, there are various reasons why many people do not get enough sleep. Whether it is from diagnosed insomnia, staying up late with friends, working late, or a myriad of other reasons, lack of sleep is a common issue for many people across the nation.
The label ‘full self-driving’ car is misleading. It’s dangerous.
On Feb. 15, Tesla recalled almost 363,000 of its vehicles – certain versions of the Model 3, Model S, Model X and Model Y. What the vehicles had in common was what Tesla calls its “Full Self-Driving” system. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) told Tesla that it was concerned the vehicles with this
What exactly is a “per se” DUI?
For some, facing drunk driving charges can be a shock. Perhaps they felt fine when they got behind the wheel, or they only had a few drinks at the bar. They did not think they were intoxicated at all. Yet, the blood test indicated a 0.08% blood alcohol concentration (BAC). This is a “per se”
The danger of secondary exposure to asbestos
Secondary exposure to asbestos remains a legitimate health threat. How does it happen? Usually it happens when workers in occupations like the building and construction trades unknowingly encounter asbestos on the jobsite and wear their contaminated clothing home. Or, people may share a workspace with someone with regular on-the-job exposure to asbestos. Once exposed, their
Truck Drivers and Blind Spots
One of the most essential elements of safe driving is being able to see what is around your vehicle to avoid hitting another car or an object. Some vehicles carry a more considerable risk than others, depending on the type of vehicle. Understanding the risks Large vehicles, like semi-trucks, have larger blind spots than other
Fatal crashes: Are men or women at greater risk?
We make countless choices when it comes to how we can stay safe behind the wheel. We research and buy safe cars, put our seat belts on and obey traffic laws. But there is one thing we don’t choose which can affect our crash and injury risks: our gender. Male vs. female by the numbers
Federal appeals court nixes J&J’s ‘Texas two-step’ effort to sidestep asbestos lawsuits
Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson faces nearly 40,000 lawsuits from people who say they got mesothelioma or ovarian cancer after using the company’s talc-based Baby Powder. The plaintiffs claim the talc J&J used was contaminated with asbestos. Most of these plaintiffs, usually women, say they used J&J’s Baby Powder and other talc products for routine
The key to preparing new teen drivers: Practice
Your teen is excited to finally get his or her driver’s license, but you are a little worried. Your child may be responsible, but the road can be a dangerous place for even the most seasoned driver. It is likely you have heard just how dangerous the roads can be for new drivers. According to
Second DUI arrest or more? Tennessee’s penalties are tough.
Your first DUI was a mistake. Repeated DUI convictions, though, and the state of Tennessee doesn’t see it that way. The state sees repeat offenders as very problematic and has set the penalties to increase after each new offense. You may have pled guilty to your first DUI. Pleading guilty to a second or subsequent
What can you do after a loved one’s mesothelioma diagnosis?
Hearing about a loved one’s mesothelioma diagnosis – whether it is your spouse or your parent – can come as a shock. You may feel at a loss for how to move forward and how to help. There are a few steps you can take to help your loved one and your family. Learn more