2014

Most parents don’t even realize when they’re doing something wrong with a car seat.  It’s not like they’re purposely putting their children in harm’s way; they’re simply making the kind of mistakes that people make all throughout the country, the type of oversights that wouldn’t receive a second thought unless the vehicle is involved in… read more

Last week was all about the automotive safety innovations on hand at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, but this week, automakers have gathered in Detroit for the North American International Auto Show.  At that venue, one embattled automaker decided to take a stand. Tesla has caught flak for a few different reasons over… read more

There continues to be quite a bit of hubbub surrounding a rule that came into being at the beginning of the year in California.  We discussed this last week and yesterday, but what the rule basically boils down to is that food handlers at restaurants are going to be required to wear gloves during preparation. … read more

It’s that time of the year again:  tax time.  People will soon be receiving the proper forms in the mail, and soon thereafter, many will seek out assistance from a qualified professional so that their return is as good as it could be. When you choose a purported expert to help you with your tax… read more

A recall has been issued on oscillating fan heaters under the Kenmore brand due to concerns that they could trigger a fire in the nearby area.  42,500 heaters with a model number of 127.90914310 are affected by the recall, which was announced by the Hoffman Estates, Illinois-based Sears Holdings.  The motor mounts can reportedly break,… read more

Premium Belgian Chocolate Coins are being recalled by the Brooklyn, New York-based Paskesz Candy Company because of the potential threat of an undeclared allergen.  Available across the country from October 2012 until the end of last year, the products may have milk without the labels on the items listing the presence of that ingredient.  One… read more

Assorted types of meat that could have been made available at various retailers and distribution facilities throughout California are being recalled because the items in question were not inspected properly by federal officials.  The recall was announced by the Petaluma-based Rancho Feeding Corporation and affects Beef Oxtail, Feet, Cheeks, Tripe, Tongue, Carcasses, Liver, and Hearts. … read more

Even though the kids are back to school, your house may still be chockfull of those toys the children got for Christmas.  And although you may have been around to ensure proper usage in the couple of weeks following the holiday, that attention may flag in the ensuing weeks and months. One area where you… read more

Last week, we related how a new rule has come into effect in California requiring all food preparers at restaurant establishments to wear gloves as they go about their preparatory procedures.  However, a debate has sprung up about the value of this rule, and the Los Angeles Times explores that debate in a new report…. read more

If you are a pet owner who lives in a frigid environment, then you have to be especially vigilant to your animal’s needs at this time of the year.  Dogs are far hardier than humans in terms of dealing with the cold in some ways, but in others, they can actually be more susceptible to… read more

Are you concerned that a cosmetic product you’re using may actually be harmful to your health?  If so, then you have some recourse.  California officials have just launched a repository of information related to chemicals in cosmetics, and any persons who fear that they might be exposed to dangerous substances would be wise to check it… read more

A Captain of the California Highway Patrol recently dropped in to a local Bakersfield program to talk about the continued danger posed by distracted driving.  He explained how the agency has made it their goal to reduce instances of distraction and all attendant injuries and fatalities connected to it, and they’re doing so by increasing… read more