Soon all the ghouls and goblins will roaming the street, going to Halloween costume parties and trick or treating with their friends through neighborhoods across the country. People will be dressed up in costume of their favorite superhero or scary creatures as they walk through the town. This is also the time to be on high alert, whether you are driving or a pedestrian. Accidents can happen easily especially when costumes are involved. [Read more…]
Bicycle Safety 2015
Most people use a bicycle for more than just a fun or healthy activity. Bicycles are used as a means of transportation to commute to work, to meet up with a friend or to complete everyday tasks like getting something to eat.
Teen drivers: Another concern for parents
Remember when your children were little babies? My children were littler than most, since they were born three (3) months premature. You are always watching out for their well-being. Wondering how are you going to teach them to take care of themselves in the world that we have created for ourselves. You figure that you have many years to provide with the wisdom and knowledge to prepare them for the outside world. [Read more…]
Are Hands Free Devices Really Safe?
Technology is advancing at a faster rate than we can handle. Every couple of months. New technology is appearing. The latest is wearable technology, i.e., Google glasses. We have not yet mastered using cell phones while driving. We should not be using cell phones while driving. Do hands free devices make it any safer?
May is National Bike Month
Bicycling is good for your health, it’s good for the environment, and it’s a good time. In May, communities and organizations will be advocating for people to dust off their bikes and get on the road. May is National Bike Month and a perfect time to get moving. [Read more…]
First Bike Accident in NYC Bike-Share Program
New York City’s Citi Bike bike-share program kicked off recently, and in the first three days over 20,000 bike trips covering more than 57,000 miles were made. So far, more than 20,000 people have signed up to share bicycles with the city, significantly increasing the number of bicyclists on city streets, thereby increasing the risk of bicycle accidents. [Read more…]
Cyclists Celebrate National Bike Month
The League of American Bicyclists is celebrating National Bike Month in May to promote bicycling. Whether you are an avid cyclist an occasional rider, the organization encourages you to get out and ride this month. As you do, be sure to keep safety in mind. [Read more…]