Tree trimmers in Massachusetts may face more risks than many workers are aware of and a recent fatal accident highlights one of the many risks these workers face every day. A tree trimmer in Massachusetts recently suffered fatal injuries after he accidentally hit a...
Month: August 2013
Back-to-school tips for drivers and pedestrians
With the school year just around the corner, more kids will be walking in the neighborhood. In addition to more pedestrians, the school year also means that more vehicles will be driving in the community for school-related activities and events.Motorists in...
Does marijuana legalization lead to fewer traffic fatalities?
Last year, Massachusetts voted to legalize medical marijuana. Since the vote, many safety groups have wondered about the impact legalizing medical marijuana would have on the rate of car accidents in the state. There has been a lot of debate surrounding the safety of...
Should airbags in older vehicles be inspected?
Airbags have saved thousands of lives every year in Massachusetts. Without airbags, passengers are more likely to suffer injuries, including severe or fatal head trauma. Airbags have been a very important safety feature but not many drivers know that their car manual...