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Soho Fresh Rubbing Alcohol Recalled
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Uber, Lyft, and Other Ride-hailing Accident Rates
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Nostrum Metformin HCl Extended Release Recall
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Desk Toy Neodymium Magnet Lawsuits
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Are Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems Reducing Car Accidents?
THE UNITED STATES - According to an online article from forbes.com, Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) and other semi-autonomous driving technology features are becoming a popular option for consumers shopping for a new automobile. The worldwide demand for ADAS is predicted to grow from $27 billion to $83 billion over the … [Read more...]
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Tesla Model S Battery Fire Raises New Concerns
Tesla Model S Fire Explosion Raises New Concerns About the Safety of Electric Batteries According to a news report from dallasnews.com, a Tesla Model S burst into flames igniting new fears that older Tesla batteries might be unsafe, leading to injuries, property damage, and fatalities. The National Highway Traffic Safety … [Read more...]
Chevrolet-GMC Truck and SUV Seatbelt Recall
THE UNITED STATES - According to an online news report provided by caranddriver.com, General Motors has announced a recall of over 600,000 Sierra and Silverado pickup trucks and its Tahoe, Yukon, and Suburban sports utility vehicles (SUVs) due to a potential front center seatbelt assembly manufacturing defect. The seatbelt assembly … [Read more...]
Paroex Mouth Wash Burkholderia Lata Lawsuits
THE UNITED STATES - According to a news report on bgr.com, the recall of the popular Paroex mouthwash has been expanded due to additional deadly Burkholderia Lata bacteria contamination. Consumers are warned to stop using this mouthwash due to potentially life-threatening complications immediately. The FDA released an updated … [Read more...]
Five Cloud Island Infant Rompers and Cat & Jack Swimsuit Death Lawsuits
THE UNITED STATES - According to a safety report on posted bestlifeonline.com, two infant clothing items that are sold exclusively at Target stores have been recalled due to infant death by suffocation risks. Target issued a recall for its "Five Cloud Island Infant Rompers" and its "Cat & Jack infant-toddler one-piece rashguard … [Read more...]
The 20 Largest Strikes in American History
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The Number of Metformin Products Recalled Exploded in 2020
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Shane Erickson Inc Undeclared Methanol Hand Sanitizer Recall
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Excedrin Defective Bottle Recall
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Fatal Uber Hit-and-Run Accident in Queens
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Motorists Severely Injured in a Bronx Highway Accident
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Fatal Construction Accident in Brooklyn
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What is the Leading Cause of Workplace Injuries and Death?
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Cook Medical Introducer Recalls
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Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident on Eastchester Road in Pelham Gardens, New York
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MTA Bus Strikes and Kills a Bicyclist in Brooklyn, New York
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Fatal Car Accident in Yonkers, Westchester County, New York
According to an online accident report posted on abc7ny.com, a car collided with another motor vehicle, cutting that vehicle in half and tragically killing five people in Yonkers, New York. Law enforcement officers stated that the collision took place at approximately 9:30 p.m. and happened on Riverdale Avenue. Investigators reviewed … [Read more...]
FDNY Engine Collides with a Building Injuring Six People
According to a news report posted on nypost.com, six people were injured after an FDNY fire engine crashed into a car and then collided with a Brooklyn storefront this past Sunday night. According to officials with the FDNY, the truck accident happened at 8750 Bay Parkway around 11:30 at night. The fire truck was responding to a … [Read more...]
Recalled Toys Injured 162,000 Children in 2020
According to a news report on wlky.com, 2020 has seen fewer toy recalls than in previous years. However, dangerous toys are sending thousands of children to the hospital each year. While most injures are minor in nature, other injuries can cause life-threatening injuries or medical complications that could last a lifetime. The … [Read more...]
Nuclear Verdicts in Truck Accident Lawsuits Increased by 483%
According to an online news report posted on foxbusiness.com, the size of jury verdicts in tractor-trailer truck accident lawsuits have been growing at an 'exponential pace.' The average jury award granted in large truck accidents increased by 483% from 2017 to 2018. As the average jury verdict in trucking accident cases continues … [Read more...]
Graco Infant Inclined Sleepers Recalled Due to the Risk of Fatal Suffocation
According to a news report posted on consumerreports.org, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced that Graco recalled over 51,000 infant inclined sleepers due to infant suffocation deaths tied to similar inclined sleep products. The recalled Graco infant inclined sleepers can either be attached to the top of a play … [Read more...]
NYC Mayor De Blasio Wants Speed Cameras Operating 24/7
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Otis CemcoLift Private Residence Elevators Recalled
According to a news report posted on cumberlink.com, the Otis elevator company has initiated a recall regarding its private residence elevators. The elevators have been in the news over the past ten years, alleging a dangerous defect that could cause serious injury and death to children. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission … [Read more...]
U.S. States Ranked by Flu Vaccine Coverage
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Zaleplon (Sonata) and Zolpidem (Ambien) Hip Fracture Lawsuits
Dementia Patients Taking "Z-drugs" Zaleplon (Sonata) and Zolpidem (Ambien) Suffer an Increased Risk of Falls, Hip Fractures, and Strokes According to a recent study published on ncbi.nlm.nih.gov, a British study found that powerful sleeping medications, otherwise known as "Z-drugs," has been linked with an increased risk of … [Read more...]
Fatal 18-Wheeler Truck Accidents Are on the Rise
According to an online news report posted on finchannel.com, the number of fatal tractor-trailer truck accidents has been on the increase for over 30 years. In 2019, a record number of fatal trucking accidents occurred, proving that the attempts to reduce fatal truck accidents aren't working. A majority of large truck accidents … [Read more...]
24th Fatal Cycling Accident in New York City
According to an online news article posted on streetsblog.org, another tragic, fatal cycling accident occurred in New York City. The NYPD's initial accident report states that a truck driver struck and killed a 41-year-old cyclist who was traveling on First Avenue in East Harlem. The accident occurred Friday morning at … [Read more...]
LG Chem Resu 10H Residential Battery Fire Lawsuit Lawsuits
According to an online news report posted on nbc25news.com, Battery manufacturer LG Chem initiated a recall of certain Resu 10H residential batteries due to reports of the batteries overheating, leading to dangerous smoke and house fires. There have been five reports of "thermal events" in the United States, and these "thermal … [Read more...]
Brooklyn-bound Auto Accident on Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
According to an online news report posted on silive.com, a serious accident occurred on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge during morning rush hour on Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020. The accident resulted in a significant traffic jam on the Staten Island Expressway. The accident occurred in the Brooklyn-bound lanes. Officials with the MTA … [Read more...]
Fatal Accident on Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa, Florida
According to an online news article posted on patch.com, a fatal accident occurred at the intersection of Dale Mabry Highway and Lazy Lane in Tampa, Florida. The accident happened on Thursday, December 16, 2020, at approximately 4:15 p.m. The Florida Highway Patrol stated that the Tampa man was driving eastbound along Lazy Lane, … [Read more...]
Servicemember Tragically Killed While Attempting to Rescue Charlotte County Accident Victims
According to an online news report posted on abc-7.com, a 21-year-old man from Port Charlotte, Florida, was tragically struck and killed as he was attempting to rescue accident victims. The fatal pedestrian accident happened on Wednesday evening along Interstate 75. The victim's girlfriend reported that her boyfriend was an … [Read more...]
Injuries Reported in a 27-Car Accident on the Henry Hudson Bridge
According to an online news report posted on radio.com, a severe multi-car pileup accident occurred on Henry Hudson Bridge. The accident involved approximately 27 motor vehicles, according to law enforcement officers. The multi-car accident happened in the bridge's southbound lane and occurred at approximately 6:30 p.m. last … [Read more...]
Health Canada Issues an Important Safety Information Letter to Healthcare Professionals Advising of Elmiron Pigmentary Maculopathy Risks
North America - December 17, 2020 - Health Canada, a government agency responsible for Canada's federal health policies, issued an "Important Safety Information" letter (RA-74549) warning healthcare providers about Elmiron (Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium) Pigmentary Maculopathy Risks. Health Canada announced two new updates concerning … [Read more...]
Press Release – Parker Waichman LLP Reports Plaintiffs Win Motion to Centralize All Pending National Elmiron® Retinal Damage Lawsuits to the District of New Jersey
PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., December 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Parker Waichman LLP, a national law firm actively involved in the Elmiron® litigation, announced today that plaintiffs were successful in their motion, under 28 USC § 1407, to centralize all pending Elmiron injury lawsuits filed in federal courts across the country in the … [Read more...]
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) Type 2 Diabetes Lawsuits
According to a news report published on medicinenet.com, a new study shows that regular use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) could increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The new study was published by Chinese researchers who examined data collected by over 200,000 U.S. health care professionals. The researchers discovered … [Read more...]
Allen + Roth Infrared Quartz Electric Fireplace Injury and Wrongful Death Lawsuit Lawyers
According to a news report published on bestlifeonline.com, more than 48,000 Allen + Roth 62-inch wide 5,120-BTU infrared quartz electric fireplaces are being recalled due to a wiring connector defect. On December 9, 2020, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) declared that the Allen + Roth 62-inch wide 5,120-BTU infrared … [Read more...]
Drunk Driver Strikes and Kills a Motorist on the Belt Parkway in South Ozone Park, Queens
According to an online news report posted on qns.com, an alleged drunk driver traveling at a high rate of speed collided with a motorist involved in a minor "fender bender" accident. The collision occurred on the Belt Parkway in South Ozone Park. According to law enforcement, the accident occurred on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, … [Read more...]
Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn
Two Women Tragically Killed in a Hit-and-run Accident on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn, New York BROOKLYN, NY - According to an online news report posted on abc7ny.com, two women were tragically killed during a hit-and-run pedestrian accident in Brooklyn, New York. According to the news report, the fatal accident occurred at the … [Read more...]
Tragic, Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident in Manhattan
According to an online news report posted on nydailynews.com, a construction worker was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident a few blocks from home in Manhattan, New York. The news report states that the construction worker who was walking home from pulling a double-shift was struck by a car. According to the police statements … [Read more...]
SolarWinds Orion Software Supply Chain Attack Lawsuit Attorneys
Parker Waichman LLP is filing lawsuits on behalf of Fortune 500 firms, companies, and government agencies affected by the 2020 SolarWinds Orion Software Supply Chain Attack. According to an investigative news report published on businessinsider.com, SolarWinds Inc. experienced a devastating cyberattack after hackers plugged … [Read more...]
Asbestos Found in Children’s Makeup Kit and Some Eye Shadow Products
According to a news report posted on BusinessInsider.com, researchers discovered small amounts of asbestos, a deadly cancer-causing mineral, in a children's makeup kit and in certain eye shadow products containing Talc. Asbestos is the only cause of mesothelioma, which is an uncurable form of deadly lung cancer. According … [Read more...]
Auto Accident on Fifth Avenue on Long Island
According to an online news report posted on Patch.com, the Suffolk police stated that one driver sideswiped another motor vehicle on Long Island, New York. The accident occurred at approximately 6:30 in the evening. The car accident happened on Fifth Avenue at Reil Place in Bay Shore, Long Island, New York. According to Suffolk … [Read more...]
Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident in East Flatbush
According to an article post on nypost.com and several other news websites, a 53-year-old woman was tragically killed in a hit-and-run pedestrian accident at Glenwood Road and E. 55th St. in East Flatbush, New York. The driver, a man from Crown Heights, struck the victim fled the scene driving the wrong way after hitting the victim … [Read more...]
Six Injured in an Accident in Bedford-Stuyvesant
According to radio.com, the FDNY reported on a severe auto accident involving a van and a bus in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, New York. The collision resulted in the injury of six people. The traffic accident occurred on Wednesday at approximately 3:10 in the afternoon. The location of the accident was in the area of Lee Avenue … [Read more...]
Fatal Three-Vehicle Accident on Route 25 in Selden
According to an article posted on dailyvoice.com, one person was tragically killed in a three-vehicle accident in Selden, Long Island, New York. The accident occurred at approximately 11:30 in the morning. According to the news report, a 75-year-old man from Riverhead was driving west along Route 25 in his 2019 Chevrolet van. The … [Read more...]
Regenecare HA Hydrogel Lawsuits
Regenecare HA Hydrogel Burkholderia Cepacia Sepsis Death Lawsuit Lawyers Regenecare HA Hydrogel Recalled Due to Burkholderia Cepacia (B. Cepacia) Bacterial Contamination That Can Lead to Life-threatening Sepsis According to pharmtech.com, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall of Regenecare HA Hydrogel … [Read more...]
Endologix AFX Endovascular Lawsuits
Endologix AFX Endovascular Graft Fatal Leak Lawsuit Lawyers FDA Endologix Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Grafts to go before FDA panel over potential life-threatening leak risk According to an online news report on medtechdive.com, the FDA updated its safety alert concerning Endologix's AFX endovascular graft treatment for abdominal … [Read more...]
The Empire State Building: Construction, History and Facts
Content approved by Jerry Parker Towering 102 stories above the streets of New York City, the Empire State Building is a landmark in Midtown Manhattan. Its name was taken from New York state's nickname, the Empire State, and the Empire State Building held the top spot on the list of tallest buildings in the world until the World … [Read more...]
Cottonelle® Flushable Wipes Lawsuits
Cottonelle® Flushable Wipes Pluralibacter Gergoviae Death Lawsuit Lawyers Cottonelle® Flushable Wipes and Cottonelle® GentlePlus Flushable Wipes Recalled Due to Possible Pluralibacter Gergoviae Bacteria Contamination According to cottonelle.com and other sources, Kimberly-Clark is recalling specific lots of Cottonelle® … [Read more...]
Fatal Accident on North Conduit Avenue in Howard Beach
According to qns.com, an 18-year-old teenager from Brooklyn, New York, was tragically killed in a Howard Beach accident on Monday, December 7, 2020, at approximately 8:45 p.m. The motor vehicle accident resulted in severe injuries to the driver as well as two other passengers. All three were transported to a local area hospital. … [Read more...]
WishGarden Herbs Cord Care and Goldenseal Powder Lawsuits
WishGarden Herbs Cord Care and Goldenseal Powder Cronobacter Sakazakii Fatal Infant Infection Lawsuit Lawyers WishGarden Herbs Cord Care Powder and Goldenseal Powder Recalled Due to Possible Cronobacter Sakazakii Bacterial Contamination According to an online news report on miamiherald.com, WishGarden Herbs is involved in two … [Read more...]
Huffy Torex 24V Ride-On UTV Recalled Due to Risk of Injury
According to an important product safety recall, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of Huffy's Ride-On UTV sold at Walmart nationwide. The recall states that the affected Huffy Ride-On UTV can unexpectedly accelerate when the battery is connected to the UTV after recharging, leading to a … [Read more...]
(ADCO) Dollar Tree Candle Fire Hazard Recall
Dollar Tree Candles Recalled Due to House Fire and Burn Injury Risks According to an important product safety recall, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of ADCO candles sold exclusively at Dollar Tree Stores nationwide. The recall states that the affected ADCO candles are a flame hazard … [Read more...]
Hyundai Defective Rod Bearing Accidents
According to an online news report posted on wpri.com, Hyundai announced it is recalling over 128,000 motor vehicles due to defective rod bearings. The automobile recall involves some 2011-2013 and 2016 Sonata Hybrids, 2012 Santa Fe SUVs, and 2015 and 2016 Velosters. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration … [Read more...]
Aluminum Santa Cruz and Juliana Bicycles Recalled Due Fall Injury and Death Risks
Aluminum Santa Cruz and Juliana Bicycles Recalled Due to a Fall Accident Injuries and Death Risks According to an important product safety recall, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of Santa Cruz and Juliana Bicycles due to a defective aluminum frame that may buckle, causing a fall … [Read more...]
Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident in Bay Shore
Severe Motor Vehicle Accident in Bay Shore, Long Island Injures Seven, Kills Two BAY SHORE, NY - According to an online news report posted on patch.com, Suffolk County law enforcement officers reported on a sideswipe accident that injured seven and tragically killed two in Bay Shore, Long Island, New York. The collision happened … [Read more...]
Do Traumatic Brain Injuries Lead to Alzheimer’s Disease?
According to a news article posted on mednews365.com, a new study asserts that people with a history of traumatic brain injury have an increased chance of developing dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. The study shows that traumatic brain injuries can accelerate the onset of Alzheimer's disease by approximately four … [Read more...]
Safe Driving Tips for Tractor Trailers
Content approved by Jerry Parker Parking, backing up, and coupling/uncoupling trailers are three elements of truck driving safety that can be overlooked. However, careful execution of these tasks are crucial to the safe operation of large trucks, as their weight and low visibility makes even simple maneuvers riskier for both driver … [Read more...]
Sunbeam Crock-Pot Pressure Cooker Lawsuits
Crock-Pot 6-Quart Express Crock Multi-Cooker Burn Injury Lawsuit Lawyers According to an online news report posted on nbcnewyork.com, Sunbeam Products has initiated a recall of its Crock-Pot 6-Quart Express Crock Multi-Cooker due to a faulty lid that can eject hot liquid or food, causing severe burn injuries. The Consumer … [Read more...]
Johnson & Johnson’s Expert Finds Asbestos in Baby Powder in FDA Study
Johnson & Johnson is no stranger to controversy and class-action lawsuits for product defects. Many have accused the company of knowingly selling baby powder and related products that contain harmful traces of asbestos, with plaintiffs alleging that continued use of these products contributed to their cancer diagnoses. The … [Read more...]
Man Hit and Killed by an MTA Bus on Staten Island
According to a news article posted on nypost.com, a pedestrian was tragically hit and killed on a Staten Island Express bus along Hylan Boulevard and Ebbitts Street. The victim was struck in New Dorp at approximately 10:25 p.m., according to law enforcement. The victim was transported to Staten Island University Hospital North, where … [Read more...]
Cosmetics Products Contaminated With Asbestos
According to a news article posted on eurekalert.org, talc-based cosmetics products were tested for asbestos. The laboratory tests found the carcinogen asbestos in about 15 percent of cosmetic samples, including foundation, eye shadow, blush, body powders, and other facial products. The findings were published in the Journal of … [Read more...]
Speeder Hit and Severely Injured a United States Postal Service Worker in Brooklyn
According to a news article posted on amny.com, a USPS worker was critically injured when a speeding car collided with the worker's vehicle. The accident occurred at Avenue L and East 105th Street in Canarsie, Brooklyn, New York. Several other people were also injured in the motor vehicle accident. The news report also asserts that … [Read more...]
2020 Medical Device Recalls
According to a news article posted on medtechintelligence.com, medical device recalls fell by about 30% in Q3, but the number of medical device recalls in 2020 is expected to exceed 2019 totals. The most common causes for medical device recalls include defective parts, software issues, and quality of manufacture. According to … [Read more...]
Car Accident on Tysens Lane on Staten Island
Staten Island, NY: A severe motor vehicle accident occurred in New Dorp, New York, on Thursday night. A dashboard camera caught the accident as it happened, and the accident video was uploaded to the Internet. The dashcam video captured a black sedan swerving in front of a car belonging to the dashcam camera owner collided into a … [Read more...]
Two Dead, Four Injured in Accident on Southern State Parkway on Long Island
According to a news article posted on abc7ny.com, a serious motor vehicle accident on the Southern State Parkway resulted in four people being injured and two people tragically losing their lives. The accident occurred on Southern State Parkway by exit 21 in Roosevelt, New York. The collision took place at around 8:30 p.m. on … [Read more...]
3-in-1 Qi Wireless Charger Fire Lawsuit Lawyers
According to a news article posted on bgr.com, a recall has been initiated for 3-in-1 Qi wireless chargers due to fire hazards. The chargers were sold in employee rewards programs. The 3-in-1 Qi wireless chargers have caused at least four fire incidents due to a flaw that causes the charger to overheat. According to a recall bulletin … [Read more...]
Two-vehicle Accident With Injuries in Canarsie
According to a news article posted on abc7ny.com, a 65-year-old man was severely injured in a two-car accident. The 65-year-old man's car flipped over on a sidewalk in Canarsie after another driver struck his car. The motor vehicle accident happened on Tuesday afternoon along East 105th Street and Avenue L. Law enforcement … [Read more...]
WishGarden Herbs Happy Ducts Compress Cronobacter Sakazakii Fatal Infant Infection Lawsuit Lawyers
Recall Alert: Herbal Compress For Nursing Moms Recalled Over Possible Bacterial Contamination ATTENTION MOTHERS WHO ARE BREASTFEEDING THEIR BABY The WishGarden Herbs Happy Ducts Compress is an herbal product that is meant to be an external compress for nursing women's breast tissue. WishGarden Herbs Happy Ducts Compress … [Read more...]
New York’s New Seat Belt Law
New York's New Seat Belt Law Requires Passengers Who are 16 Years of Age or Older to Wear Seat Belts When Riding in the Back Seat of a Motor Vehicle Began November 1, 2020. According to an online news report posted on newyork.cbslocal.com, on November 1, 2020, New York's new seat belt law requiring seat belt usage in the back … [Read more...]
Lake Correctional Institution Inmate Abuse Injury and Wrongful Death Lawsuit Lawyers
Former Florida Department of Corrections Officer Michael Riley Jr. Indicted for Beating and Murdering Inmates at the Lake Correctional Institution If you or a loved one suffered abuse, beatings, or if you lost a loved one due to violence perpetrated by a Lake Correctional Institution Corrections Officer, you or your loved one … [Read more...]
Fatal Accident on the Southern State Parkway
According to an online news report posted on abc7ny.com, an accident on Southern State Parkway left two tragically killed, and four injured on Long Island, New York. The fatal accident happened in Nassau County on Thanksgiving night. the accident occurred on the westbound lanes of Southern State Parkway by exit 21 in Roosevelt. The … [Read more...]
How Does a Battery Work?
Content approved by Jerry Parker Batteries are the unrecognized building blocks of 21st century innovation. From keeping your smartphone working to powering laptops for portable workplaces and classrooms, batteries fuel nearly every aspect of modern life. In fact, the argument can be made that battery technology determines the … [Read more...]
Electric Scooter Safety Guide
Content approved by Jerry Parker Newer technology is creating a wide variety of transportation options, many of which have a broad appeal for people of all ages. One of the newer forms of transportation that is gaining popularity in many cities is the electric scooter. These seemingly harmless scooters charge with a dock, making it … [Read more...]
Multi-Vehicle Accident in Williamsburg
According to an online news report posted on abc7ny.com, a driver has been tragically killed in a major multi-vehicle accident in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York. Police stated that a BMW had a tire blowout causing the BMW to collided with two other motor vehicles. The accident resulted in the tragic death of a driver in … [Read more...]
The Most Common Health Issues Caused by the 9/11 Attacks
The toll from the 9/11 terrorist attacks is still growing two decades later, as first responders and survivors continue to be diagnosed with a wide variety of physical and mental health conditions they developed as a direct result of the attacks. One of the main reasons for these continued health issues is the toxic dust that was … [Read more...]
The Most Catastrophic Mining Disasters of the Past 50 Years
Mining is a more important part of our lives than most people realize. If you’ve ever entered a building, driven on a road, turned on a light, used a computer, or made a phone call, then mining has had an impact on you. Mining aims to provide the resources for a better future! This guide looks at the most catastrophic mining … [Read more...]
U.S. Cities With the Most Smokers
Cigarette smoking is a serious problem in America. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are more than 480,000 smoking deaths per year, making it the leading cause of preventable death and disease in the country. An estimated 34.2 million Americans are smokers, which is more than 13% of the adult … [Read more...]
T-bone Accident in Brooklyn
Woman Severely Injured After Her Rideshare was T-boned in a Brooklyn, New York According to an online news report posted on newyork.cbslocal.com, a 32-year-old woman is fighting for her life after a rideshare accident. The news report states that the impact of the accident was so severe that the woman was thrown from the … [Read more...]
Polaris ATV Recall
According to a news report posted on MSN.com, Polaris is recalling six different Polaris ATV models due to a potentially dangerous safety hazard. The Polaris ATV recall affects more than 18,000 ATVs sold in the U.S. and an additional 500 sold in Canada. According to the November 19, 2020 recall notice published by the Consumer … [Read more...]
Fatal Motorcycle Accident on Franklin D. Roosevelt East River Drive
According to a news article posted on nydailynews.com, a motorcyclist was fatally hit by an overturning sport utility vehicle on Franklin D. Roosevelt East River Drive in Manhattan. The victim, a 40-year-old motorcyclist, was traveling southbound in the left lane along Franklin D. Roosevelt East River Drive when his motorcycle was … [Read more...]
Uber Passenger Injured in an Accident in Clinton Hill
According to a news article posted on abc7ny.com, an Uber passenger was ejected from a motor vehicle after a speeding driver ran a red light and collided with the Uber driver. The auto accident occurred in the Clinton Hill section of Brooklyn. The news report states that a Dodge Charger ran a red light at Dekalb Avenue and Bedford … [Read more...]
Fatal Accident on the Belt Parkway in Queens
Speeding Driver Crashes and Kills Passenger on the Belt Parkway in Queens, New York According to a news article posted on nydailynews.com, a speeding driver caused an accident that led to the tragic death of his passenger. The motor vehicle accident happened on the Belt Parkway in Queens, New York. According to law … [Read more...]
Ford Explorer Suspension Recall
Ford Issues Recalls 375,000 Ford Explorers Due to Accident Reports According to a news report posted on ourcommunitynow.com, the Ford Motor Company is recalling 375,000 Ford Explorers due to a suspension defect that has already caused 13 accidents with six injuries associated with a possible defect. The safety recall affects … [Read more...]
Fatal Accident on Southern State Parkway On Long Island
According to a news article posted on cbslocal.com, two people were tragically killed in a severe multi-vehicle accident along Southern State Parkway in Roosevelt, Long Island, New York. The deadly auto accident occurred at approximately 8:30 p.m. near Westbound Exit 21 in Roosevelt, New York. A section of Southern State Parkway on … [Read more...]
Drunk Driving Accident in Washington Square Park
According to a news article posted on AMNY.com, an alleged drunk driver drove into Washington Square Park, and struck a parked police car causing personal injuries to the officer. The alleged drunk driver also knocked over two concrete bollards under the arch off Fifth Avenue. The auto accident happened at approximately 1:20 a.m. … [Read more...]
Revel Moped Accidents
Officials State Revel Mopeds Are 69 Times Deadlier than Citi Bikes According to an online news story on nypost.com, officials have stated that Revel mopeds been involved in 69 times as many fatal scooter accident deaths per million trips than Citi Bike. In just the past few months this year, three moped users plus one … [Read more...]
Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Avenue M in Midwood
According to an online news report posted on nypost.com, a driver was arrested for allegedly hitting and killing a 69-year-old Brooklyn woman who was outside her home. The driver, a 65-year-old woman, was traveling westbound on Avenue M in Midwood, New York, around 5:30 pm. The woman attempted to make an illegal U-turn at a red … [Read more...]
Three-vehicle Accident on Grand Street in Brooklyn
According to law enforcement officers quoted on nypost.com, a 26-year-old driver was tragically killed in a three-vehicle accident. The accident was caused by a tire blow out on a BMW SUV in Brooklyn on Wednesday. The multi-car accident occurred on Grand Street by Manhattan Avenue in Williamsburg at approximately 1:10 in the … [Read more...]
Auto Recall Accidents Lawsuits
How to File an Accident-related Personal Injury or Wrongful Death Lawsuit That Was Caused by a Defective or Recalled Car, Truck, SUV, or Motorcycle According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the agency has initiated approximately 400 million recalls due to defective auto parts, equipment, tires, and … [Read more...]
Medtronic Rashkind Balloon Septostomy Catheter Recall
According to a recall notice from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and a news story from the startribune.com, Medtronic PLC has initiated a safety recall of its Rashkind Balloon Septostomy Catheters due to reports of injuries and at least one fatality. The Rashkind balloon septostomy catheters are used to create an atrial … [Read more...]
BMW Z4 and Toyota Supra Fuel Tank Fire Recall
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), both the Toyota Supra and the BMW Z4 are being recalled due to a potentially deadly mechanical defect involving fuel leaks, which could ignite and turn into a fast-spreading car fire or explosion. Although there are no reported injuries, burns, or deaths … [Read more...]
California’s New Toxic-Chemical Law
California's New Toxic-chemical Law Bans Cosmetics Containing Toxic Substances According to an online news story posted on sfchronicle.com, hair salon customers might feel a little safer next time they visit their local hairdresser or barber. This is due to a new California law that bans toxic-chemicals, changing the ingredients … [Read more...]
A Brief History of Golf
Content approved by Jerry Parker Although people disagree about the origins of golf, the general consensus is that modern golf began in Scotland sometime during the Middle Ages. It wasn't until late in the 19th century that golf became popular internationally. Initially, golf spread from Scotland throughout the rest of the … [Read more...]
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