Month: August 2012

As another football season gets underway for the Chicago Bears and other teams, it's worth taking a moment to consider some of what been learned so far on brain injury detection.It isn't only that society has grown increasingly concerned about brain injuries in...

Illinois is one of 39 states to ban texting while driving. Cellphone use, however, remains a problem.The National Transportation Safety Board has already voted to encourage states to prohibit all forms of cellphone use - regardless of whether a hands-free device is...

When a fatal vehicle accident occurs, it is crucial that it be investigated properly. Accurate fact-finding is essential to a just resolution of a particular injury case. It is also very important for identifying reforms that may be needed to prevent serious accidents...

Unfortunately, elderly people in America are often shunted aside. In fact, this vulnerable population is often mistreated. Despite warnings by federal safety regulators that administration of antipsychotic drugs to elderly people can hasten their death, astonishing...

In the United States, employees have the right to expect their working conditions will not endanger their safety. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is tasked with ensuring workers are provided with a "safe and healthful workplace." Nevertheless,...