In 2020, approximately 165,300 construction workers suffered non-fatal on-the-job injuries in the United States. That same year, 1,008 construction workers lost their lives in fatal work accidents. The reality of working in the construction industry is dangerous, and the people responsible for building our homes, repairing roads, and improving infrastructure face a real and lasting […]
High-speed car crashes are some of the most violent and dangerous accidents on the road. When a collision occurs at high velocity, the forces involved can have devastating effects on the human body. Understanding what happens during such a crash can provide insight into the importance of safety features like seat belts, airbags, and crumple […]
Falling down stairs is a common accident that can lead to serious injuries. Whether at home, work, or in a public building, a stairway fall can cause anything from minor bruises to life-altering conditions. The severity of these slip and fall injuries often depends on factors like the height of the fall, the surface of […]
It took over sixty years after the first car rolled off the assembly line before seatbelts became mandatory in all cars. In the 1970s, car makers started to add an “Air Cushion Restraint System,” or airbags were offered as safety options. In 1988, Chrysler made the driver-side airbag standard. The other automakers soon followed, and […]
