Sharing the road with large trucks isn’t always easy, but things become downright dangerous when big rigs experience equipment failure. While there are systems in place to catch catastrophes before they happen, someone’s negligence could make an accident unavoidable....
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What’s the difference between a periodic rental agreement and a lease?
When renting an apartment or home, you will usually have some type of agreement with the property owner. A common misunderstanding is that a periodic rental agreement and a lease are the same things, but these are two distinct documents. It is necessary to understand...
Cognitive distraction: Unfocused drivers cause more accidents
When a driver is behind the wheel, the main priority should be driving safely. Unfortunately, there are many things that can take a driver’s focus off the task at hand, leading to dangerous levels of distraction. Research shows that even a moment or two of distraction...
How do hard hats save lives?
Hard hats are a common protective measure used on construction sites. They are a normal part of the work uniform for occupations that have the risk of falling objects or potential for overhead hazards. Hard hats protect against an array of hazards, such as falling...
Office of Traffic Safety attempts to prevent distracted driving
The California Office of Traffic Safety has developed a detailed plan that seeks to reduce the prevalence of distracted driving in California. In this post, we will take note of some of those initiatives. Awareness month In order to curb distracted driving, the OTS...
The 3-second rule
A key rule of driving safety is as simple as one, two three. The National Safety Council recommends what is known as the 3-second rule for allowing space between you and the vehicle in front of you. It is also known as a speed cushion. In this post, we will provide a...
Caregivers need to beware of burnout
Taking on the role of caregiver is a major responsibility under any circumstances, and it comes with serious risks as well as rewards. As you deal with your emotions, and the daily challenges, remember it is important to take care of yourself to avoid burnout....
Some of the forms of distracted driving may surprise you
Over the past decade, distracted driving has become a familiar phrase, especially among lawmakers and people who study the behavior of motorists. The advent of smartphones contributed to a sharp rise in people not paying enough attention to the road while driving,...
California could see an increase in evictions as protective orders expire
As coronavirus cases continue to surge across California and the U.S., Gov. Gavin Newsom gave local governments the authority to ban renter evictions through the end of September. The executive order allows California cities and counties to prevent landlords from...
Reasons for a potential residential eviction
When two parties enter into a residential lease agreement, the terms of the lease outline the requirements and expectations for both parties. These include upkeep of the property, financial obligations and more. A landlord may have the ability to request or require...
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