Cell phones have become a major part of our day-to-day lives, but when a person is behind the wheel, it’s best for their phones to be kept on silent or set on “Do Not Disturb” mode so that drivers aren’t tempted to look at them while driving. Or, better yet, be kept someplace like a

The coronavirus pandemic has brought on so many changes to the ways people live their lives, including the ways people get around. During the initial lockdown periods that occurred during the spring, bicycling started to grow in popularity as people were looking for ways to get out of the house, get some exercise, or to

There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about dogs out there, particularly when it comes to deaf dogs. Some people think deaf dogs are more aggressive because they’re more anxious and easier to startle and that they’re harder to train. But none of this is necessarily true. The simple fact of the matter is

Fall can be a beautiful and very fun time of year. With the excessively hot days of summer behind us, it can be very pleasant to get out and spend some time outdoors before winter arrives, whether it’s to take a drive to see some fall color, visiting your favorite cider mill, or finding the

After the coronavirus pandemic hit in March 2020, wearing face masks while outside of our homes became a regular part of our day-to-day lives. Whether you’re heading to the grocery store, to work, to school, or to do other errands, wearing a face mask is highly recommended, if not mandatory, to help prevent the spread

In personal injury law, one concept that frequently comes up is the idea of hazards being “open and obvious.” If someone is injured on property owned/maintained by someone else, the person responsible for maintaining the property might try to argue that they shouldn’t be legally liable for the injury because the hazard was so obvious

No matter what your personal driving habits are like, there’s a good chance that you spend a good amount of time driving in residential neighborhoods. Even though many people drive in residential areas on a daily basis, it’s very important to not become complacent. When people frequently drive the same routes, they often zone out

As we work through the coronavirus pandemic, lots of people have started to adopt new hobbies as a way to have fun while staying socially distant. Since many types of outdoor activities are considered low-risk for being exposed to COVID-19, one activity that has recently grown in popularity is kayaking. Not only is it a

When it comes to preventing dog bites, dog owners have the most power to put a stop to attacks before they happen. Owners understand their dogs best and over time, should know which kinds of situations are stressful for them, know when to remove them for a situation, and know what other measures should be

When it comes to swimming pools, water isn’t the only hazard you need to worry about. Even under the best circumstances, pools can be very dangerous, but many pools have other hazards that increase the chances of injury even further. Some of the most common pool hazards include: Poor Lighting Good lighting is essential for