2013

A new report from Consumer Affairs examines the willingness among auto manufacturers to market their vehicles not by touting their sleekness or the top speed, but by referencing the myriad safety features now contained within.  With consumers increasingly expecting such technologies to be available in any vehicle they purchase, it’s perhaps not surprising that automakers… read more

Aero Elite, Aerolite, and Aerotech buses of the 2010 model year are being recalled by Eldorado-National Kansas.  1,765 vehicles are potentially affected by a fire threat associated with door headers from A&M Systems.  The 3230 circuit boards on the vehicles could experience high resistance related to voltage spikes that can contribute to damage among circuits… read more

The Morton Grove, Illinois-based Land of Nod has announced the recall of three types of full or twin size bed frames because of a potential safety hazard posed to children.  The spaces between the slats that make up the footboard and the headboard are of a size that would enable a child to get stuck… read more

An undeclared allergen risk has prompted the recall of frozen Pork and Leek Dumpling appetizers under the P.F. Chang’s Home Menu brand.  The recall was initiated by the Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey-based Unilever once it was discovered following a complaint from a customer that the products could have fish and shrimp without the label stating… read more

For people that suffer from chronic pain, sometimes potent medications are seemingly the only way that they can find relief.  When used properly and under the guidance of a qualified medical professional, these items should be safe for the user.  But where things get tricky is when people not provided the prescription are able to… read more

Cyclists are likely cheering the approval of a law that aims to provide additional protection to cyclists who navigate along busy California roads.  The protection comes in the form of more clearly delineated rules that govern automobiles when they pass bikes. The law was signed yesterday by the Governor of California, and the measure and… read more

Now that fall is upon us, it’s important to revisit some of those safety considerations that must be taken into account as cold weather hits.  If you reside in an apartment or a home with a fireplace, then the safety tips on hand from a new report are worth your time. It’s important to take… read more

Over the weekend, the Los Angeles Times came out with a new report that focuses on the many active safety features available on modern vehicles.  While we’re still not in a world where the roads are filled with automobiles that can take over driving for us completely, it’s becoming clear that such an age is… read more

Last week was National Child Passenger Safety Week, but just because that event drew to a close doesn’t mean we can shut the door on car seat safety.  A new report out of Salt Lake City analyzes the importance of investing in the right car seat and recycling those seats when a child grows out… read more

This past Thursday, the city of Norwalk, California benefitted from an operation by the Sheriff’s Departments of Los Angeles and Norwalk designed to crack down on those behaviors that could place a motorcyclist in danger.  Motorcycle riders and drivers of automobiles were both subject to the ratcheted-up enforcement operation in place.  Last year saw an… read more

Acura MDX and Odyssey automobiles of the 2003 and 2004 model years are being recalled by Honda because of a potential safety issue that could lead to the sudden deployment of the airbags.  The air bag control modules in the affected vehicles have a component that could be susceptible to a failure related to electrical… read more

As various parts of California get ready to participate in harvest season, it’s important to always keep safety in mind.  In fact, the necessity of taking the proper precautions when harvesting only grows with age.  Many farmers are used to pushing themselves hard day in and day out, but this can turn dangerous as a… read more