It has been a busy day for Ford Motor Company who announced it is recalling nearly 450,000 vehicles to repair problems that can cause gas tanks to leak fuel. The company said that a valve on a gasoline vapor recovery canister can stick, causing repeated…
A Michigan woman parked and walked her child into daycare; it took about 10 minutes to get her child settled and say goodbye. Returning to her car, the woman found a window broken and her purse gone. The purse was later found at Kensington Metro…
Growing number of lawsuits blame Pacific Gas and Electric Co. (PG&E) for the blaze in Northern California that killed two people, destroyed 475 homes and burned 110 square miles. It was the seventh most destructive wildfire in state history. The fire began on September 9,…
The American Museum of Tort Law opened Sept. 26. Why should the American people pay homage to this type of museum? Created by Ralph Nader, the museum seeks to increase citizen understanding of Tort Law – the law of wrongful injury – and the role…
Halloween is just around the corner and safety begins with the costume! Whether store bought or homemade, cute or scary, there is one thing that should be considered when choosing a Halloween costume – safety! Here are some tips to consider when picking the safest…
Last December, health officials warned consumers to avoid eating prepackaged caramel apples after the popular fall treats were linked to a multi-state listeria outbreak, resulting in at least 35 people infected and seven deaths, acccording to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The…
What is your smoke alarm IQ? Take the quiz by clicking here, then read on. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), half of home fire deaths result from fires reported between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. when most people are asleep, and three…
The federal investigation into a poisonous gas leak that killed four workers last November at the DuPont plant in La Porte, Texas, said the chemical company could have prevented the leak, and revealed hazards that undermine the company’s claims of a world-class safety culture. Workers…
Today, I came across the following article by Dr. Brad Uren, a clinical assistant professor of emergency medicine at the University of Michigan, and a past president of the Michigan College of Emergency Physicians. I think it is worth you read. As an emergency physician,…
Today, September 17, marks our country’s 228th anniversary of the official signing of the U.S. Constitution. “Constitution Day” is a time to recall the liberties our Constitution sought to protect, preserve and uphold. These fundamental rights are the glue that holds our nation together, yet many A
Schools hold fire drills, plan for weather emergencies, and spend millions of tax dollars on security. Yet, most states have no requirement to protect school children from one of the greatest risks while learning: carbon monoxide. Five lawsuits have been filed in connection with the…
My readers know that I am not a big fan of injustice, whether it be today, tomorrow, or yesterday. I recently came across an article I missed and wanted to share it with my readers who may have missed it, as well. A wrongful death…