Those who work in manufacturing, industrial areas, and construction face risks from heavy equipment accidents. Workers in these fields and others are exposed to dangerous situations each day. Even with the best safety equipment and training, injuries and fatalities still regularly occur. In many cases, these incidents happen because of the carelessness or negligence of…
Personal Injury
Road Construction Safety Tips
Road construction can be frustrating for drivers, but it is important for all of us to remember that real people work in these construction zones. They put their lives on the line each day to ensure our roads are safe. Unfortunately, US Federal Highway Administration says that there were 132 roadside construction worker fatalities in…
Summer Safety Tips
Summertime is a fun time for everyone. As schools let out, it is good to go ahead and plan for having a safe summer. Today, we want to focus on some of the top safety issues we see here in Tennessee and discuss ways to keep you and your kids safe. Protect yourself in the…
Independence Day Safety Tips
Whether you’re celebrating America’s Independence by celebrating with family and friends, grilling out, or getting out of town, making safety first priority is the best way to avoid accidents and losses from ruining your holiday. Don’t think safety is a necessity for this independence holiday? Consider a few statistics compiled by WalletHub and NFPA: •            …
Get Ready Tennessee…. We’re Going Hands Free July 1
Beginning July 1, it’s illegal for Tennesseans to hold their cell phones while driving a vehicle. Beginning today, T.C.A. 55-8-199 has been amended and it affects every driver in the state. It is now illegal to operate a motor vehicle while holding or supporting a cellphone or mobile device with any part of his/her body….
Is There a Higher Chance for Electric Shock Injury in the Spring?
Electric shock can produce mild to severe injuries, depending on how an individual receives the electricity and its voltage. Though we all know that electric shock is dangerous, it isn’t always predictable enough to prevent. This is the case with instances of shock in the workplace and other locations that one would typically assume to…
What Is Forced Arbitration?
Ideally, as responsible consumers, we all read important documents we receive before signing them. Realistically, many of us simply scan, while others navigate their attention straight to the signature like. Even in the technological context, how many consumers actually read all of the terms and agreements associated with our services before accepting them? This is…