As the population of the United States continues to increase, so does the number of people over the age of 65. The population of individuals that are 65 and older is expected to increase within the next 20 years, which means that more seniors will be driving on...
Month: October 2013
Proposal would increase burial benefits for workers killed in MA
Fatal workplace accidents and injuries can be very difficult for victims' families to deal with in Massachusetts. After a family member is killed on-the-job, many families don't think about how the funeral and other expenses will be paid until after they have...
Drugs, alcohol significantly increase risk of fatal car accidents
In one of our previous blog posts, we discussed how marijuana legalization has impacted traffic accidents in Massachusetts. To continue that discussion, a new study found that driving under the influence of drugs increases the risk of being killed in a car accident....
Fatal bus crash highlights safety risks for passengers
Many people and groups use buses for traveling instead of driving their own vehicles. Riding a bus can be cheaper and more convenient for many people. However, a recent fatal bus accident is just another tragic example of the dangers bus passengers face when traveling...
Will there ever be a final ruling for rearview cameras?
Many children and adults are injured every year after being hit by vehicles backing up. Unfortunately, many victims of these accidents are young children being hit by a car backing up in their parent's driveway. The Transportation Department has tried to address...