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Several years ago the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Illinois police have partnered to raise awareness about buzzed driving. The goal was to reduce the instances of injuries and fatalities associated with driving while slightly impaired with alcohol. What distinguishes buzzed driving from drunk driving is the level of measurable alcohol impairment, with…
In the United States it is the law for operators and passengers of automobiles to use seatbelts. Seatbelts have been instrumental in preventing injuries and deaths on America’s roadways. For those who have been injured in an auto accident, whether or not the injured party was wearing a seatbelt may have some bearing on the…
Airbags have been a staple in American cars for almost twenty years. The bags are intended to reduce the force of impact for a body in a collision. The first airbags were placed in the steering wheel, but as the technology developed there are airbags also placed near doors and other points of potential impact…
During the past several years Toyota has had to endure litigation concerning the technology in its vehicles that assists with driving. Several plaintiffs have filed suit alleging that a defect in the car caused unintended acceleration in the vehicle. While the early cases focused on things like car mats and gas pedals, later arguments began…
Energy drinks have quickly become a part of the American snacking lifestyle. As Americans work longer hours and try to fit in more activities within a day, such drinks are considered a life-saver among many. Makers of energy drinks have responded, adding more caffeine to the drinks and increasing the size of the product. Unfortunately,…
I admit—I am an exercise junkie. I have tried all types of at-home exercise equipment, many of which are sitting collecting dust in my garage after the next new product has come in. I have purchased many shoes for my marathon training, and I have a variety of old membership cards to various gyms. In…
Marketing in the food industry is big business. Many companies spend more money marketing their products than on the development of the food itself. A big part of marketing is the claims that are made. Although many companies take care to make claims that are supported by the product, some companies have been fined or…
Medical implants are constantly improving in the United States. With Americans living longer it appears that in many instances we are outliving our body parts! Millions of Americans currently rely on such devices. Medical implants can take the form of various devices, like artificial joints, heart devices, and surgical mesh. With the increasing use of…
Careful with that hot coffee in the drive-thru! Looks like there are some more beverage lawsuits in the midst. A Southern Californian woman had filed a lawsuit against McDonald’s alleging injuries from the coffee that was served to her. Folks around the United States are gathering for a collective eye-roll as they think back to…
As vehicles become more concerned about safety features, it is no surprise that an exceptional focus is being paid to the needs of children—the smallest and most vulnerable riders in a vehicle. By federal law, all parents must use child seats when transporting their children. The criteria for determining whether or not a seat is…
