2013

Changes are constantly being made to ensure the safety of children being transported in a vehicle, and one fairly substantial change is set to come online at the beginning of next year.  At that time, car safety officials will start to recommend that children should only use the LATCH system if they and their car… read more

Baby rattles are being recalled by the Minneapolis, Minnesota-based Manhattan Group because of a potential choking threat.  The recall pertains to 12,400 Quixel baby rattles under the Manhattan Toy brand that were sold around the country and in Canada between September 2011 and this past October.  These products have arches that are in danger of… read more

The next couple of weeks will find people across the country decking the halls with all manner of Christmas decorations.  What’s unfortunate is that so many people probably don’t even realize that the way they decorate their homes could leave them susceptible to a fire, especially if you’re dealing with potentially unsafe objects that have… read more

When inclement weather hits, a number of hazards can be created that make a standard commute feel like more of an obstacle course than it already is.  At such times, one of the biggest threats you could face is navigating a road that has been littered with the debris from downed power lines.  A new… read more

This past Sunday, a train collision in New York claimed the lives of four people, casting a spotlight on the safety of these vehicles.  A new report shows how the incident has served as a reminder that many train operators are lagging in their quest to meet a federally imposed deadline designed to foster safety. Before… read more

Over the coming weeks, there are sure to be a number of articles focused on how shoppers can stay safe from injury and thievery while navigating crowded aisles.  However, a new report caught our attention because it chooses instead to focus on those ways that small business owners can protect themselves. One big thing to… read more

Butternut Squash & Creamed Spinach Gratin under the Trader Joe’s brand is being recalled by the Vernon, California-based Huxtable’s Kitchen because of the potential for the products to contain an item other than what is purported by the label.  Because this corn-based item in question would contain eggs and wheat without the label outlining these… read more

K1600 GTL and K1600 GT motorcycles of the 2012 model year are being recalled by BMW of North America because of a possible crash risk.  The recall affects 2,475 vehicles that could suffer from the engine control unit not getting the right throttle valve control signal under certain circumstances.  When this occurs, the engine may… read more

A new report provides an early look at the results of the California Highway Patrol’s efforts to cut down on collisions during the Thanksgiving weekend.  The combined patrol efforts of officers in the Indio and San Gorgonio Pass areas led to the arrests of 23 people for driving while intoxicated.  The CHP also responded to… read more

Black Friday may be over, but holiday shopping has just begun.  Many people have foregone the chaos of the event entirely this year in favor of shopping for presents from the comfort of their home.  Such persons are no doubt taking advantage of an event called Cyber Monday, in which retailers from around the country… read more

Some people consider Black Friday to be a stand-alone event when in actuality it should be viewed more like the kickoff of a monthlong holiday shopping marathon.  Over the coming weeks, retailers will be packed to the brim with people buying gifts for their loved ones, and you ought to know how to navigate such… read more

If you’re like many persons just getting over Thanksgiving, this week may find you hanging lights on the outside of your house.  However, you must take certain precautions in order to protect yourself from harm, and therefore it would be wise to consult the safety advice available in a new report out of Los Angeles…. read more