There are many potential ways to prevent a car accident, pedestrian crash, or bike wreck. One way is to prevent driver negligence. Another way is to improve our roads and infrastructure to prevent confusion and encourage safety. While we typically focus on driver behavior, today we are going to think about what can be done... Read More
How to Protect Your Child After Sexual Abuse Has Occurred When families learn their child has been sexually abused, they experience many different emotions. Parents and children alike are angry, sad, scared, and eager to make things better. All of these emotions are important and all require your attention. However, right now, we want to... Read More
Potential Airbag Problems Reported in Chevy Impalas On April 7, 2014, the Center for Auto Safety asked the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to investigate a potential defect in 2003-2010 model year Chevrolet Impalas. According to information provided in a letter to the NHTSA, a software flaw could cause the control module to misread... Read More
The recall of General Motors (GM) vehicles with faulty ignition switches has raised many questions. Whether you have already been in an accident in Skokie or you are concerned about being in an accident on the Chicago Skyway, you are probably wondering about the following: Why is the GM recall different from other automaker recalls?... Read More
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. As the name suggests, the purpose of this safety campaign is to raise public awareness about the dangers of distracted driving. As a result, the National Safety Council is specifically urging the public to become aware of the hazards associated with using a cell phone while driving. However,... Read More
Your child was not touched inappropriately by anybody—for that you are grateful. However, what did happen to your child was appalling at best and permanently harmful at worst. As a result, you may be wondering whether your child was sexually abused without physical contact. It is Possible Sexual abuse can take many different forms. It... Read More