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Many are not surprised when they hear reports that opioid use is on the rise. The government has been very clear that we are battling a war on drugs in all states, including New Jersey. However, people may not realize how closely related prescription opioid use is with car crash fatality statistics. A recent study […]

The National Safety Council has found that there were at least 40,000 roadway fatalities as a result of car accidents in 2018. This number has remained stagnant for three straight years for the first time since the Great Recession of 2008. Also, in 2018, about 4.5 million people were seriously injured in car accidents; a […]

While on a construction site, safety is of the utmost importance and it is just as important as getting the job done. Some construction companies are starting to rely on certain safety systems to ensure safety on worksites. Safety training is vital and should always be more important than any other aspect or device, since safe practices […]

Certain drivers view driving as a time to multi-task and they may view their daily commute or the drive to school as a waste of time. If drivers are tired, they may be trying to keep themselves awake by doing other activities. However, distractions cause trouble and elevate a driver’s risk of an accident. The […]

Spring break is synonymous with fun and relaxation, but that does not mean accidents cannot happen. Slip and fall accidents are particularly common during spring break, and can lead to serious injuries, but there are ways to protect yourself and be as safe as possible. Guests may suffer a slip and fall accident at their […]

While 2017 saw fewer accidental workplace fatalities in the U.S. than the previous year, the 5,147 fatalities that did occur remain among the highest numbers in a decade. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ annual National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries report, drug overdoses have contributed to these high numbers, with drug overdose-related fatalities […]

According to a recent poll, many Americans think that cars with an Autopilot feature can drive by themselves. This is simply not true and recently, Tesla’s CEO made a statement confusing the issue. He stated that some of Tesla’s cars are fully self-driving on highways and controlled-access roads. It is true that certain Tesla models […]

Lithium batteries are so widely used in our electronic devices, we rarely give them a second thought until they need to be replaced. However, consumers have become more aware of the risks from news reports of lithium battery fires on airplanes or explosions when improperly discarded in the trash. For workers, knowing if your electronic […]

Cold weather brings the possibility of ice and snow. Property owners are required to maintain their premises and remove ice and snow as soon as possible so that pedestrians do not experience a slip and fall accident. Some people may experience serious or fatal injuries because of a slip and fall on ice or snow. […]

A worker faces serious injuries after taking a fall while working on a commercial project in Union, New Jersey. The worker fell nearly 40 feet on Tuesday morning and was taken to a local hospital for treatment of his injuries. No other information regarding the work accident was available. Accidents may occur in any type […]