The Center for Disease Control and Prevention states that bicyclists face a higher risk of crash-related injury and deaths than occupants of motor vehicles. With the risk of bike accidents so high, you can expect to get into a …
There are countless heartbreaking stories out there about losing a loved one due to the negligence of a drunk driver. Legislators in Rhode Island are taking note of the staggering number of deaths and injuries that result from drunk …
Motorcycle riders are in a unique position on the road. They enjoy the freedoms that come with their chosen form of transportation, but they are also exposed to dangers not met by automobile drivers and other motorists.
In two-thirds of …
Have you ever been in a car accident? Stuck on the side of the road or experienced car trouble? Often, we don’t think about what we need in an emergency until we’re in one. Whether you have a flat …
The Northeast has experienced higher than average snowfall for January. The weather is expected to continue to heat up as we move into February but snow is still a possibility. According to WeatherSpark.com RI is still in the prime …
Winter weather blew in yesterday evening in Providence. After a warmer than usual fall and early winter, colder weather is upon us. Parents should reevaluate their safety precautions each season to prevent possible injuries.
Clothing for Winter
Winters in Rhode Island …
Am I Disabled? Social Security’s Definition of Disability
Social Security only considers you disabled if: you cannot perform the work you did before; you cannot adjust to other work because of your medical condition(s); and your disability has lasted or …
Understanding Road Laws
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over five million car accidents happen each year in the United States. A majority of these accidents are caused by a driver or passenger being careless or negligent. Roughly …
There have been a couple of recent accidents involving bicycle riders being hit by cars in the Providence area. According to data from Governing.com, less than one percent of employed people use a bicycle to get to work on …
Whiplash and Neck Injuries
A whiplash is a commonly used term to described a range of neck injuries, particularly soft tissue trauma. The term whiplash describes the scenario of neck injury occurring. The person is struck by a sudden force, …
