Monthly Archives: July 2024
Be Wary of Work Accidents In Summer
When the weather gets warmer, workers are more prone to heat stroke and other serious illnesses. Statistics show that the probability of work-related accidents increases 5% to 6% when temperatures exceed 90 degrees. The southern United States and the construction industry are most likely to be affected by workplace accidents and illnesses caused by… Read More »
Bacteria in Soda Fountains: Food Poisoning Risk
When you think of food poisoning, you may think of perishable food that’s been left out too long or maybe contaminated vegetables from grocery stores. Researchers have unlocked a new fear: bacteria in soda fountains. You may think nothing of refilling sodas from your local fast food restaurant, but water pollution can cause bacteria… Read More »
1 Killed, 3 Injured in Work Zone Crash
Construction zones can be frustrating for drivers. Motorists may need to slow down and be alert. They may even need to stop for some time, especially if there are one-lane roads. If a driver is not paying attention, they may even cause a crash, and it can be serious or fatal. This is what… Read More »
Postal Worker Attacks in New Jersey
Mail carriers have a tough job. They have to get mail delivered to residents’ houses six days a week, through sweltering summer weather, freezing rain, ice, possibly snow, and other adverse conditions. Postal workers also have to deal with dog attacks. As many dog owners think their dogs are friendly, they may not act… Read More »
Woman Killed in Crash With Police Car
While police officers are there to help those involved in car accidents, sometimes they actually cause them. In many cases, these crashes result in serious injuries and fatalities. Sadly, this was recently the case in New Jersey. A police officer on duty crashed a patrol vehicle with a civilian’s car on Memorial Day, killing… Read More »
Worker Dies in Accident at Metal Polishing Company
Some jobs are more dangerous than others. For example, a person operating heavy machinery is more likely to get into a serious accident compared to an office worker who sits at a desk all day. This is typical in the construction and industrial sectors. For example, a New Jersey man was recently killed in… Read More »
FDA Recalls Sodas Due to Dangerous Dyes
We know that sodas aren’t necessarily the healthiest drink, but are they really that dangerous? The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seems to think so. Four soda products were recently recalled due to dangerous food dyes. One has even been linked to cancer. The recalled products are Pink Lemonade, Yellow Lemonade, Yellow Lemonade X,… Read More »
Woman Killed in 2-Vehicle Crash
Crashes often occur at intersections. These accidents can happen due to various reasons. Sometimes they are minor in nature, but in some cases, they can be deadly. This was recently the case in Parsippany. A woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash on the evening of May 6 at West Hanover Avenue and Gov…. Read More »
