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Halloween is one of the most popular holidays for kids, with 89 percent of parents indicating their children intend to participate in celebrating.  The majority of kids - 73 percent - will be trick or treating, according to a survey on Halloween attitudes conducted by Safe Kids. Although many kids are going to be out enjoying...

Drinking is a part of football culture for spectators. While not all football fans consume alcohol while watching their favorite team play, many do - and some may choose to get behind the wheel after drinking too much. This can lead to an increased risk of car accidents when drivers make irresponsible choices.   Facts...

Drivers in Massachusetts must have numerous types of insurance coverage, including liability coverage, uninsured motorist coverage, and underinsured motorist coverage. Most car owners in Massachusetts have personal injury protection (PIP) coverage, but it is a benefit that can waived by the owner in order to get a lower insurance rate. PIP protection means your own insurer pays bills...

Car accidents are very expensive. Rocky Mountain Insurance Institute data shows the average auto liability claim for property damage accidents was $3,231 and the average claim for bodily injury was $15,443. Monetary losses of a collision are too much for most people to bear on their own. When injuries are serious or death results, the...

Someone who has never experienced a fall down accident might falsely think there's something people can do to prevent such accidents. Unfortunately, most people can't react fast enough to affect what happens to them when they fall. As a result, the only way to prevent serious or even fatal injuries from falls is to make sure...

Hotel accidents and injuries can have a devastating impact on guests who were hoping to simply enjoy a night away from home. Hotels are responsible for many different kinds of harm to guests. Hotels could be liable for injuries in swimming pools, in elevators or escalators that malfunction, for fall down injuries, and for injuries...

Seniors may be aware they are getting to the point when they can no longer safely drive. However, many people are reluctant to give up the freedom and independence driving can provide. Studies suggest there are significant consequences for an elderly person who can no longer drive. Family members must ensure they take steps to...

Hit-and-run car accidents are likely to have serious consequences for victims,  as the fleeing driver does not get medical help for those who are harmed. Car accidents with hit-and-run drivers can also make it more difficult for collision victims to be compensated for crash losses, because the victim will not be able to get money from...

Prevention of truck collisions is essential because truck accidents are often very serious and can cause permanent or deadly injuries. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules imposes strict regulations on the trucking industry in an effort to reduce dangerous behaviors likely to result in auto accidents. If truck drivers and trucking companies follow Federal...