“Lane splitting” is the term for when motorcyclists thread their way between two lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. “Lane filtering” is when motorcyclists move between stopped vehicles (usually at a light) to gradually get to the front....
Restaurant patrons often see the front-of-house staff members, but they usually don’t see much of the workers in the back of the house. These workers often include chefs, cooks, dishwashers and people who prep foods. The normal job duties of...
The injuries most commonly associated with falls by seniors are typically bone fractures and head injuries. Spinal cord and other spinal injuries are also common – and serious. The majority of spinal cord injuries among seniors result from falls. The...
The safe following distance is a crucial aspect that drivers should observe. Driving too closely behind another vehicle can increase the chances of an accident. Drivers should maintain a three-second rule. That is, when one passes a stationary object like a...
Before appealing a denied workers’ compensation claim in New Hampshire, it is crucial to understand why it was denied. Common reasons include insufficient evidence of injury, lack of medical documentation or claims that the injury did not occur at work....
If you are injured or develop a disease at work, it’s crucial to inform your employer about it regardless of how minor the injury or illness appears to be. Reporting is the first step to receiving workers’ compensation benefits. But when...
Motorcyclists hear the maxim “loud pipes save lives” all the time, but is there any truth to the saying? The idea is that motorcyclists with loud, rumbling exhaust systems are safer than those without one – because their noisy pipes...
Many workplace safety incidents in hospitals and similar medical environments specifically involve cases where people come into contact with dangerous objects or contract illness through pathogen exposure. However, in many cases, it is work with patients that puts people at...
If you see someone driving the wrong way on a small city street, they may just be confused. For instance, cities will sometimes redesign their roads, but someone with an outdated GPS may be driving in the wrong direction. It...
You might have heard that you should always leave at least three seconds between your car and the vehicle in front. It might sound like a random number to settle. You may wonder how one number can work in all...