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Drivers support device to prevent drinking and drivingWithout question, drinking and driving is a serious problem in Virginia and across the United States. One proposed solution is to install alcohol detection devices in all vehicles, to prevent driver with a BAC over the legal limit from driving. According to a recent IIHS survey the idea has a surprising number of support from the general public.
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Has the federal government dropped the ball on nursing home regulation?To address the specter of nursing home abuse in the United States, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) developed a website to help families research nursing home quality.
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Fatal Truck Accident Statistics for VirginiaOne of the most deadly types of motor vehicle accidents on Virginia roads involves tractor-trailers. Learn more about fatal truck accident statistics for Virginia.
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Virginia to Crack Down on Drunk DrivingEver notice how drivers can evade DUI checkpoints by taking back roads? The good news is that Virginia’s police officers are doing something about this danger.
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How Would Lowering the Drinking Age Affect Teen Drivers?The drinking age debate has become inflamed recently as over 100 college presidents signed a petition urging legislators to lower the drinking age from 21 to 18.
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The Problem of High-Risk Drunk Drivers in Fatal CrashesHigh-risk drunk drivers – those with a BAC higher than 0.15 – are more likely to be involved in a fatal traffic accident than other drivers.
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Who is driving drunk, and what can we do about it?Driving while intoxicated is a major problem in Virginia and the rest of the United States. With 36 people dying every day in the U.S. and another 700 being hurt in alcohol-related crashes, something has to be done. Statistics show us what kind of drivers are at risk for driving while intoxicated, and experts have recommendations for curbing DUI related deaths and injuries.
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Virginia workers can suffer from serious head injuriesHead injuries are a serious danger facing many Virginia workers, especially those engaged in risky jobs like construction. There are several different types of head injuries that a worker can experience, and the symptoms can range from mild headaches to severe memory loss. Workers must also consider the long-term issues they might face after sustaining an injury to the head.
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How much do you know about motorcycle road dangers?Motorcycle riders face a variety of hazards on the road every day: distracted drivers, aggressive truckers, dangerous weather conditions, and much more. One kind of road hazard can sneak up on an unsuspecting biker: unsafe road conditions like bridge joints, expansion joints, and uneven road surfaces. Bikers need to be alert for these dangerous road conditions in order to stay safe and avoid accidents, injuries, and even death.
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Did officials ignore hazardous working conditions at a Virginia University?A Virginia university is taking heat after investigation of its Fine Arts building suggests that officials did not take warnings about dangerous silica dust seriously. An art professor was diagnosed in 2005 with silicosis resulting from long-term inhalation of silica dust, and even since that diagnosis there is concern that school officials have not taken the situation seriously enough. A Workers’ Compensation commission investigation of the professor’s illness resulted in permanent disability benefits being awarded to the professor.
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Will Emergency Responders Be Able to Find You After a Crash?For many Virginians, a cell phone is more than just a convenience: it is a necessity, so integral a part of their lives that many people no longer have land-lines. Unfortunately, when incapacitated in an injury, some accident victims may find emergency help delayed or unable to find them because of problems tracking their emergency cell phone signal. Car crash victims are especially vulnerable, since accidents can leave people unable to accurately describe the location of the crash, hampering rescue efforts.
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How to Spot the Signs of Financial Abuse of the ElderlyOne often-overlooked type of nursing home abuse in Virginia is financial abuse of an elderly person. Learn how you can spot the signs of nursing home financial abuse.