Farm work involves various types of machinery that can make the job easier and more efficient. However, this machinery can also pose serious risks. It is important to be aware of these dangers to stay safe on a farm. Tractors Tractors stand as the backbone of farm operations, due to how people use them to...
During last month’s statewide law enforcement campaign to call attention to the dangers of driving while holding a phone or other electronic device, the staggering number of citations issued across Minnesota demonstrated just how serious the problem is. It appears to be getting worse. Citations for violating the state’s hands-free law rose 57% over last...
A car accident can leave you burdened both physically and financially – and it may seem like the claims process is dragging on forever. Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to tell how long it will be before your claim is finally resolved. North Dakota law requires insurers to either approve or deny a claim in...
Distracted driving is a serious issue. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that distractions play a role in over 3,000 fatal accidents every year. Driving distractions can be broken down into three categories, manual distractions, visual distractions and cognitive distractions. Manual distractions include things like eating, drinking and using a cell...
Fatigued driving is dangerous for anyone. It could cause them to nod off behind the wheel and entirely lose control of the car. But even if they stay awake, it can impact their decision-making ability and their reaction times. This is especially serious when it happens to truck drivers. After all, a semi-truck is much...
In urban environments, where bicycles and automobiles share the roadways, dooring is a common and potentially hazardous occurrence. This term refers to opening a vehicle door directly into the path of an oncoming cyclist. Dooring often results in collisions and serious injuries. It is crucial for drivers and cyclists to understand the concept of dooring,...
Chemical burns can happen in a variety of situations, from accidental exposure to common household chemicals to accidents in nail and hair salons. While the severity of a chemical burn can depend on the type of the chemical involved, the amount of exposure someone suffers and whether the chemical was a liquid or gas, the...
Besides physical injuries, a car accident can lead to psychological effects. Since it’s a traumatic event, a crash can trigger psychological responses that can potentially affect your life for a long time. Here is how this can happen: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Anyone who has experienced or witnessed a traumatic event, such as an accident,...
In the heart of agricultural landscapes, where fields stretch endlessly under the open sky, farmers toil to cultivate food. Yet, amid the serene beauty of the countryside, the daily grind of farming comes with its own set of challenges. Some of these can lead to unexpected injuries for farm workers. Machinery mishaps Farm machinery, the...
There’s a new wave of people who are prioritizing cycling over using their cars. This not only helps people stay fit by giving them a daily dose of exercise each day but it’s also cheaper and can help the economy. However, many places don’t make it possible for cyclists to stay safe on the road....
