Over the years, a lot of progress has been made in finding ways to improve traffic safety. For example, new cars are getting increasingly more features to help drivers avoid car accidents and to protect occupants of a car if a crash does occur. But one type of traffic accident that has actually been increasing

Out of all the types of accidents that can cause serious injuries in the workplace, fires and explosions often aren’t near the top of the list of the most common types of accidents. However, when these types of accidents do occur, the effects can be devastating. Not only because of the injuries and fatalities they

If someone goes to a hospital and experiences medical malpractice of any kind – whether it’s a surgical error, an incorrect diagnosis, or a mistake with medication – their first thought might be that it’s the hospital’s fault. But if you’re harmed by a medical error at a hospital, it’s very important to contact a

For hundreds of thousands of Americans, the waste management industry is a source of employment, whether it’s working on a collection truck, in a recycling facility, at a landfill, or providing remediation services, just to name a few. However, the industry is often cited in lists of industries with high rates of work-related injuries and

Jaundice is an extremely common condition in newborns, occurring in approximately 60% of full-term babies and 80% of babies born prematurely. Jaundice occurs when a person’s liver isn’t able to get rid of bilirubin, a substance naturally produced by the breakdown of red blood cells, as quickly as it needs to. The high levels of

Even though you’re most likely to see golf carts at your local golf course, there might be some times when you could see someone using a golf course on a street. But is it legal for people to be riding their golf carts on the road? The short answer is: sometimes it is.  What Michigan

Even in pregnancies that are healthy and uncomplicated, it’s still possible for issues to come up during labor and delivery that can increase the risk of injuries to both the mother and the baby. A cervical lip is one example of this. A cervical lip occurs when the cervix doesn’t fully dilate as it’s supposed

For many people, going to the office means going to a building that’s shared by multiple companies. Working in an office isn’t something most people would consider being particularly dangerous, but there’s one type of accident that can potentially occur in just about any type of business: slip/trip and fall. If a person falls in

For many people, outdoor festivals can be some of the most anticipated events of the spring and summer. Not only are they opportunities for attendees to have fun, they also create a wide range of job opportunities, such as security, selling merchandise and concessions, and running entrances. But organizing outdoor festivals involves a lot of

There are many different types of motorized bikes on the market and mopeds are one very popular option. But while mopeds and motorcycles have some similarities, there are some significant differences. Mopeds are smaller and less powerful than motorcycles, typically having a maximum speed of 30 MPH. (Section 257.32b of the Michigan Vehicle Code explains