The overall trend for fatal car accidents, when you look at data going back over the decades, shows that they are slowly becoming less common. Cars are getting safer and new technology is helping to keep people safe even if they’re not actually becoming better drivers...
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Reporting workplace harassment is not easy
There is no such thing as the perfect job. Very few individuals are happy 100% of the time they are at work. Nonetheless, there is a big difference between routine workplace stresses and harassment. Harassment at work is unlawful and the consequences of such behavior...
Are you being singled out at work because of your age?
You’re one of the more senior workers in your company. You’ve been around for a while which shows that you are loyal. You’ve also always been courteous to new arrivals. Unfortunately, the same courtesy has not been given back to you in return recently. You’re being...
Workplace bullying takes on various forms
Many of us have had at least a few experiences with the playground bully. This would have been worse for some than others. What’s not in dispute is that the impacts of bullying can last a lifetime. Unfortunately, bullying behavior does not end with adulthood, and it...
Your employer’s obligation when harassment occurs outside of work
Most people think that workplace sexual harassment can only occur in the workplace – or at least while at a work event. If a colleague gets grabby at an impromptu Happy Hour gathering or the head of another department insists on dancing with you at a co-worker’s...
When is a workplace dress code discriminatory?
If you’ve spent most of the last few years working from home, there’s a bit of a culture shock when you walk back into an office full of people – not the least of which might be the sudden reminder that dress codes exist in a lot of workplaces. Even more confusing,...
3 dangerous weather and fatal truck accidents in California
California is a large state; because of this, the different regions in the state experience extremely different weather conditions. In fact, it isn’t unusual for truckers to drive through thunderstorms, blizzards, heavy fog and more. While bad weather can cause...
How long does driver distraction last?
It’s clear that a driver is distracted while they’re actively using their cellphone. If you pass someone who is texting and driving, it can be very unnerving as you realize just how dangerous this is. It’s very clear that the person is not looking at the road and not...
Is your boss acting inappropriately?
The majority of workplaces have some sort of hierarchy. Companies tend to run more smoothly when someone is in charge and tasks are delegated appropriately. Unfortunately, being in a position of power can go to a person’s head and they can act out toward their...
2 reasons you might need to change your child’s car seat
As a parent, you understand the importance of using car seats to protect your kids. If you didn’t, the police would likely have stopped you and fined you by now. Yet not all car seats are equal, and one that has served your child well up to now may not do so tomorrow....
