Posted on March 28, 2018 in
For most Americans today, putting on a seatbelt when getting into a car comes naturally. But step onboard a bus, and you may be surprised to find there simply are no seatbelts to put on.That may change if a bill currently being debated in Congress is passed. The bill, called the Motorcoach Enhanced Safety...
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Hit-an-run accidents are appalling and shameful. It's bad enough to carelessly run into someone. But it's even worse to leave the scene without checking on the health and safety of the people in the other vehicle. The Colorado legislature is looking to crack down on such cowardice. Colorado lawmakers are working with victims of...
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For many people, pets contribute greatly to emotional well-being. But dogs, cats, and many other types of pets have the potential to injure or kill unsuspecting humans. Dog attacks and bites are particularly common and can cause lasting damage to victims - many of whom are children. When an animal attack occurs, however, owners...
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When someone is responsible for a motor vehicle accident, civil liability and criminal charges are two different things. A recent motorcycle crash in Colorado Springs provides a case in point.On February 20, in the early morning, two motorcyclists collided in Colorado Springs. One of the drivers had fled the scene by the time police...
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Because commercial vehicle crashes are still far too common, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has been actively seeking ways to be more proactive about safety monitoring. The result of the agency's efforts is an initiative called Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010.Prior to CSA 2010, the odds of a company being subjected to any meaningful...
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