Construction accidents are quite common. They are also usually very devastating. The sad thing is most of them are also preventable. Accidents can often be attributed to someone not paying attention or someone ignoring safety rules. Of all the people of a construction...
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Motorcycle helmet recall leaves riders at risk
Motorcycles are one of the most convenient ways to travel the roads of California. Anyone who has seen a traffic jam on a Bay Area freeway has probably wished they were on a bike for it.The dangers inherent in motorcycles, even stopped or at low speeds, make...
Forklift accidents results in $10.8 M settlement
California is experiencing a building boom, thanks to a thriving diversified economy that needs more homes and office space. That activity can come with a price, as more construction vehicles and other heavy machinery ends up near pedestrians and drivers.Los Angeles...
3 common electrocution hazards in the construction industry
Did you know that electrocution is the fourth leading cause of fatal injuries in the construction industry? As a construction worker, you need to know the facts about electrical hazards. If your employer does not properly supervise your construction site or train you...
Construction site fall claimed California worker’s life
Construction is one of the greatest drivers of California's economy, as well as one of the results of its great success in attracting residents and workers. Increasing numbers of buildings under construction, as well as the heights and engineering challenges of new...
Forklift accident claims California construction worker
Construction in California drives one of the world's greatest economies and provides jobs to thousands of workers. Construction sites can be hazardous, regardless of precautions, and mistakes or poor conditions can cause the most serious of consequences.A man recently...
Freeway lane changer costs California motorcyclist his life
If you want to save on gasoline, feel the wind on your face and breeze easily through California traffic, a motorcycle is often the right choice. The mode of travel has dangers, however, from bikes' slim profile to inattentive drivers that can act like they are the...
The tragic background of forklift fatalities
Drivers can make mistakes. High speed over rough ground may be too appealing. A seat belt can seem too much trouble. These are a few of the many workplace situations that can lead to injury, damage or death with motorized machinery.Forklifts and other powered...
Northern California road is a new concern for truck accidents
Increased truck traffic on California roads has become a major part of drivers' experiences. Congestion and minor accidents often lead only to delays, but areas with continuing problems can often have more serious consequences.Over a two-week period, a stretch of...
3 laws to remember as you ride your bike in the Bay Area
Whether you ride your bicycle occasionally or every day, you might not know about the extent of the traffic regulations you must follow. Biking in the Bay Area can be a challenge. Not only do you have to worry about pedestrians and other cyclists, but you also have to...
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