Car accidents can happen to anyone. A Minnesota Timberwolves star was in a collision while traveling to the airport and had to miss a game. His injuries were not severe, and he will make a full recovery. However, not everyone is as lucky. In...
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Defective all-terrain vehicle product hazards
An advisory from the United States Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration notes the agricultural industry increasingly uses all-terrain vehicles. The OSHA bulletin provides warnings and guidelines to help protect employees who use ATVs in...
What to expect if a car crash paralyzes you
As a Minnesota resident, no one needs to tell you that our streets and roads can become quite hazardous during the winter months due to snow, ice and sleet. No one likewise needs to tell you that the number of Minnesota car crashes goes up accordingly. Unfortunately,...
Smooth, sharp safety technology makes driving safer
Minnesota has its share of car crashes. Reckless driving, drunk driving, distracted driving and other such dangerous activities often result in devastating injuries. Fortunately, forward-thinking inventors and designers are constantly working to increase safety...
Winter workplace safety issues and tips
When winter comes, it brings a multitude of hazards at virtually every workplace. Whether you work in an office, construction site or retail store, the cold weather can trigger various injuries and illnesses. While you may know the wintertime can be dangerous, you may...
3 essential snowmobile safety tips
Now that winter is in full swing, you are probably ready to bring your snowmobile out for a spin. Snowmobiling is one of the most fun winter activities Minnesotans enjoy. While zipping through the snow is exhilarating, it can also be dangerous. Even if you have...
Potential triggers for dog bites
Dogs are "man's best friend," but in the case of an attack, they can be a person's worst nightmare. In fact, attacks can be quite dangerous, and sometimes deadly. While most consider the summer to be the prime time for dog bites, they can occur year-round under the...
Dangers of distracted driving
There is a dangerous trend slowly expanding throughout Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety reports that one out of every five car accidents that happen in the state occurs as a result of distracted driving, which most often takes the form of...
5 of the deadliest jobs in America
Do you ever wonder what occupations are the most dangerous? One of the most effective methods for determining the dangerousness of a job is by how many workers die. There is a new list out of the 25 most deadly occupations in America. These types of workers...
Is commuting really that bad for your body?
Commuting is a way of life in the United States, and it looks different for different people. Some may bike, walk or rollerblade to work. Others take public transportation such as buses and subways. Meanwhile, many commuters drive, and much of the time, they...