Improving Roadway Safety

Despite our best efforts to follow the rules of the road and make responsible choices every time we get behind the wheel, car accidents continue to be an unfortunate reality that can cause massive property damage, serious injuries, and loss of life. A car accident can be caused by a wide range of factors, including
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Driver Training Program to Prevent Teen Accidents

It is safe to assume that most parents would take advantage of any program that promised to reduce teen car accidents by up to 50 percent. According to officials from NJM Insurance, “Share the Keys” is a 60 to 90-minute interactive driving program for parents and their teen drivers. By encouraging increased parental involvement, the
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Study Shows Oldest Siblings Are the Worst Drivers

According to a recent study, younger siblings can rejoice in the fact that they are likely better drivers than their older, first-born brother or sister. While this may give middle and youngest siblings bragging rights at home, it also means that they are less likely to engage in driving behavior that can cause serious accidents.
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Study Shows Oldest Siblings Are the Worst Drivers

According to a recent study, younger siblings can rejoice in the fact that they are likely better drivers than their older, first-born brother or sister. While this may give middle and youngest siblings bragging rights at home, it also means that they are less likely to engage in driving behavior that can cause serious accidents.
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The Dangers of Undiagnosed Brain Injuries

Hospital emergency rooms tend to be extremely busy and hectic places. On any given day, doctors and nurses must evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients suffering from a variety of medical issues ranging from lacerations and broken bones to severe infections and illnesses. If a condition is not properly diagnosed, and the patient does not receive
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Commercial Trucks in Need of Safety Improvements

Commercial truck accidents are some of the most serious wrecks that occur on roads and highways across the country, often resulting in massive property damage and severe, even fatal injuries. When a large truck is not properly maintained or does not meet the basic safety standards, it can seriously jeopardize the safety of other motorists
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Daydreaming While Driving

Most drivers would not dispute the fact that taking your eyes off the road for even a few seconds can have very dangerous consequences. The same can be said for allowing your mind to wander, causing you to be less attentive and more likely to make a careless mistake that can have devastating consequences. Whether
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Study Links Prolonged Standing at Work to Heart Disease

Canadian researchers from the Institute for Work and Health (IWH) in Toronto and the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences claim that long periods of standing at work may double the risk of developing heart disease. The researchers conducted a 12-year study of 7,300 workers using data from the 2003 Canadian Community Health Survey. The workers
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Distracted Driving Reality Check

Despite the increased awareness of distracted driving, and the fact that the majority of states have laws against cell phone use while driving, too many motorists continue to text and drive. In fact, some drivers even think that they are good at certain distracted driving behaviors, even though they recognize that it can be very
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Study Links Prolonged Standing at Work to Heart Disease

Canadian researchers from the Institute for Work and Health (IWH) in Toronto and the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences claim that long periods of standing at work may double the risk of developing heart disease. The researchers conducted a 12-year study of 7,300 workers using data from the 2003 Canadian Community Health Survey. The workers
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Daydreaming While Driving

Most drivers would not dispute the fact that taking your eyes off the road for even a few seconds can have very dangerous consequences. The same can be said for allowing your mind to wander, causing you to be less attentive and more likely to make a careless mistake that can have devastating consequences. Whether
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Distracted Driving Reality Check

Despite the increased awareness of distracted driving, and the fact that the majority of states have laws against cell phone use while driving, too many motorists continue to text and drive. In fact, some drivers even think that they are good at certain distracted driving behaviors, even though they recognize that it can be very
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Commercial Trucks in Need of Safety Improvements

Commercial truck accidents are some of the most serious wrecks that occur on roads and highways across the country, often resulting in massive property damage and severe, even fatal injuries. When a large truck is not properly maintained or does not meet the basic safety standards, it can seriously jeopardize the safety of other motorists
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The Dangers of Undiagnosed Brain Injuries

Hospital emergency rooms tend to be extremely busy and hectic places. On any given day, doctors and nurses must evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients suffering from a variety of medical issues ranging from lacerations and broken bones to severe infections and illnesses. If a condition is not properly diagnosed, and the patient does not receive
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Rising Sun Church Bus Crash Injures Four Children

Four children sustained personal injuries in a church bus crash that took place in Rising Sun, Maryland.  Around 8:45 pm, on Wednesday night, the accident occurred involving a bus, which contained six occupants including the bus driver, and an SUV. The SUV and the bus collided at the intersection of Northeast Road and England Creamery
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Drug Overdose Wrecks on the Rise

Over the past decade, drunk driving-related fatalities have gone down by almost 25 percent, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Unfortunately, while drunk driving accidents have been on the decline, drugged driving accidents have been climbing at an alarming rate. In fact, car accidents caused by drivers who are overdosing have become so
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Most Common Kitchen Injuries

The kitchen is a place rife with accident opportunities that can happen to even the most experienced chefs. Workers in the food preparation industry should be aware of common kitchen injuries and take care to prevent workplace accidents that can cause serious injury. Most people have cut themselves by accident in the kitchen. Knives can
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Older Teens More Prone to Car Accidents

In most cases, a little confidence can go a long way; however, when you are a teenager, too much confidence can lead to an increased likelihood of becoming involved in a car accident. According to a new study recently featured on CBS Baltimore, older teenagers are more prone to car crashes than newly licensed, younger
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Gastric Balloon Perforations Lead to Fatalities

For many patients suffering from obesity and the range of health conditions that go along with it, surgical procedures like gastric bypass and gastric balloon implants have resulted in significant weight loss and improved health. However, patients, physicians, and surgeons should be aware that there may be serious health risks associated with these procedures and
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The Deadliest Jobs in America

Injuries from any job can give rise to a viable claim for Workers’ Compensation benefits. Even office workers can be diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome, a type of repetitive motion injury. However, some jobs are inherently dangerous, like construction work, manufacturing, and restaurant work, to name just a few. Recently, the Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Technology That Prevents Distracted Driving Accidents

Distracted driving and texting are becoming the leading cause of traffic fatalities in our nation, with 16 percent of all fatal car accidents attributed to drivers using cell phones while driving. Nearly two million people were fatally injured in car accidents around the world in 2016, which is prompting safety experts, car manufacturers, and technology
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Sleep Apnea Testing No Longer Required

Officials from the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration recently announced that they would no longer require truck drivers and train engineers to undergo sleep apnea testing. They argue that the decision to test employees should be left up to railroads and trucking companies. Those who support the testing are disappointed
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The Dangers of Putting Your Feet on the Dashboard

A Georgia woman who was severely injured in a car accident because she had her feet on the car’s dashboard is using her experience to warn others of the danger of riding in this position. She suffered a broken nose, ankle, femur, and arm when airbags deployed, causing her foot, which was resting on the
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Older Employees at Greater Risk for Fatal Injuries

The American workforce is growing older. Today, many employees work well beyond the traditional retirement age of 65. According to the U.S. Government, by 2024, approximately 25 percent of the workforce will be older workers. These employees offer experience, maturity, and in many cases a thorough knowledge of the job. Conversely, the aging process can
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Examining the Effectiveness of Pedestrian Detection Systems

When there is an accident involving a pedestrian and a vehicle, the pedestrian is much more likely to be seriously injured than the individual in the motor vehicle. Certain car manufacturers have begun to offer pedestrian detection systems in their cars as a way to alert the driver that there is a pedestrian in
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Several Hospitalized After Vehicle Crash Fire in Germantown

Several individuals required hospitalization after a vehicle crash fire occurred in Germantown, Maryland. On Tuesday morning, around 8:09 am, two vehicles crashed on the southbound lanes of Route 355, and upon impact, one of the cars set on fire. The accident caused non-life-threatening injuries for the victims. A crash between two vehicles can be serious
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Cerebral Palsy Caused by Medical Error

Cerebral palsy affects up to 10,000 children each year, according to the Cerebral Palsy Group, a non-profit advocacy organization. Cerebral palsy is a group of neurological disorders affecting coordination, balance, and movement. The area of the brain that controls muscle movement is damaged, causing those with the disability to have difficulty with muscle control, speech
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Driver Error Causes Majority of Self-Driving Car Accidents

A self-driving car is intended to reduce car accidents caused by human behavior or error. The autonomous cars on the road today are capable of steering, acceleration, and deceleration of the vehicle, but a human driver is still needed behind the wheel to ensure safe operation. The current data on the safety of these vehicles
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Bethesda House Fire Causes Fatality and Hospitalizes Another

A house fire in Bethesda, Maryland caused a fatality for one man and hospitalized another occupant of the home. On Sunday afternoon, around 4:30 pm, firefighters responded to the fire after witnessing smoke coming from all three levels of the home. The 31-year-old man, who escaped from the house, informed the respondents that his friend
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Fatal Thursday Truck Accidents

“Fatal Thursday” is a new term used in the trucking industry to describe the day of the week when truck drivers experience more fatal wrecks than on any other day. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, close to 500,000 large trucks weighing 10,000 pounds or more are involved in accidents each year, resulting in
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What Every Employee Needs to Know About IMEs

When a worker files a Workers’ Compensation claim after being injured on the job, the employer’s Workers’ Compensation insurance company can require the injured employee to attend an Independent Medical Exam, or IME, with a doctor who has been selected by the insurance company. If the worker fails to attend the IME, their claim can
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Are Zero Car Accidents an Attainable Goal?

Considering the number of car accidents that continue to occur on roads and highways across the country, it may seem unrealistic to think we can completely eliminate car accidents and the resulting injuries and fatalities in our lifetime. However, with the continued advancement of autonomous cars and safety technology, some believe that this goal could
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Safety Tips for Driving During the Fall Season

Summer is winding down and fall is gearing up, which means the leaves are starting to fall from the trees, it is getting dark earlier, and kids are back in school. All of these things can create unpredictable and potentially dangerous driving conditions. Whether you are a newly licensed teen driver or you have decades
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Two Separate Pedestrian Accidents Occur Within Hour in Rockville

Two pedestrians were struck by cars in separate incidents on Thursday morning in Rockville, Maryland. The first pedestrian was hit around 7:54 am at the intersection of Richard Montgomery Drive and Rockville Pike. After the original incident was cleared, a second pedestrian was hit while crossing in the same intersection around 8:42 am. Although no
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The High Rate of Speeding Fatalities on Local Roads

When it comes to speed-related fatalities, one might assume that most of these wrecks occur on interstate highways. However, according a National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) study, speed-related car accidents are three times more likely to occur on local roads. The study points to high speed limits and outdated methods for determining them as the
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Preventing Teen-Related Drowsy Driving Accidents

It is a sobering fact that car accidents are the leading cause of fatalities among adolescents. Many of these tragic accidents are the result of drunk driving, distracted driving, texting while driving, or other irresponsible behavior brought on by peer pressure or the desire to look cool in front of friends. However, many of
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Effects of Depression on Workers’ Compensation

A study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology reports that depression can lead to absenteeism and lower productivity. The study reported that in the year 2000, workplace costs of depression exceeded $51 billion. By 2010 the economic cost to the United States had grown $210.5 billion, indicating that depression is a significant issue for
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Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Baltimore City Garbage Truck

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a Baltimore City garbage truck on Tuesday afternoon. Around 2:45 pm, the 46-year-old man was crossing in an intersection when the garbage truck hit him. Although he was taken to the hospital for treatment, he succumbed to his fatal injuries shortly after arriving. Pedestrians are protected by traffic laws,
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Protecting Your Rights After a Truck Accident

When you consider that the average semi-truck weighs up to 80,000 pounds, it should come as no surprise that an accident involving one of these massive vehicles can cause devastating injuries and fatalities, as well as catastrophic property damage. When the other vehicle involved in a truck accident is a passenger vehicle, it is rarely
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Low Speed Car Accidents Can Cause Serious Injuries

Car accidents that occur on busy highways and interstates often result in serious injuries and significant property damage. The faster a car is traveling, the greater the force of impact will be when it crashes. While low speed accidents tend to be much less serious, often resulting in little to no damage to the vehicle,
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Common Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Claim

No one goes to work expecting to become seriously injured while performing their regular job responsibilities. Yet, workplace injuries happen every day, often resulting in serious injuries, permanent disabilities, or even fatalities. Workers’ Compensation benefits cover the costs of medical care, lost wages, disability benefits, and, in many cases, death benefits. Filing a Workers’ Compensation
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Common Signs of Distracted Driving

It is an all too common sight to look over at the car in the next lane, only to see the driver talking on their phone or texting while driving. These are just a couple of examples of distracted driving, a problem which continues to claim the lives of thousands of people across the country
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Children Who Develop Kernicterus

Although jaundice is a common ailment for some infants, if not diagnosed and properly treated, it could develop into a life-threatening condition called kernicterus. This may interfere with a child’s well-being for years to come and develop into cerebral palsy. In the past, many doctors did not see cases of kernicterus because hospital stays for
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