New Flyer Industries Announces Bus Recall
New Flyer Industries is recalling certain XD35, XD 40, XDE35, XDE40 and XN40 model transit buses. This recall affects a variety of model years between 2009 and 2012. Please contact New Flyer or see the press release for more information. 490 units fall under the purview of the recall. Complications with the control panels installed… read more
Lake Mead Helicopter Tour Accident Kills 5
News sources reported that a luxury helicopter tour of the Las Vegas Sunset Strip and Hoover Dam crashed into a mountainside Wednesday evening, taking the lives of the pilot and four passengers near Lake Mead. The tour was operated by Sundance helicopters in Las Vegas. According to National Park Service spokesman Andrew Munoz, the accident… read more
Going Beyond The Law Requirements When it Comes To Bike Safety Should Be the Norm
When it comes to Bike safety, going beyond what the law requires is what every rider should do, especially when it comes to riding your bicycle during the nighttime, the news says. During the winter and fall seasons, most riders know they will have to face a lot of biking in the dark. This fact alone… read more
Semita de Piña Recalled Due to Undeclared Allergen
According to several news reports, the Rio Grande Imports Inc. has issued an allergy alert recall for Semita de Piña (pastry filled with pineapple jam) due to undeclared dairy among the ingredients. All consumers who happen to have a serious allergy or some type of sensitivity to milk and derivatives are urged to make sure they… read more
Ban Against Phone Use While Driving Still Not Effective
Personal injury lawyers know for a fact that cell phone usage behind the wheel can be extremely dangerous. Talking or texting while driving isn’t just a distraction, it’s a risk that can even be life-threatening. Although we’re very aware of all these facts, the ban on cell phone usage while driving hasn’t been allegedly proved… read more
Hit by A Staggering $57 Million Dollar Suit, Power Balance is Expected to Go Banktrupt
The company behind the now unpopular Power Balance wristbands is allegedly being forced to pay the high sum of $57 million dollars to a large number of very upset consumers. Several news outlets have stated the news regarded as a great victory for various classes of consumers all over the globe. The athletic bracelets could… read more
Bicyclist/Pedestrian Study to Determine Solutions For Road Safety Issues
Various news sources have announced that the UA-area study is looking forward to make the campus and the entire surrounding region safer for pedestrians and bicyclists alike. The necessity for a safer environment is the response to a recent accident involving a bicyclist who happened to be a student being struck by a vehicle. The… read more
Reports Say That Secondhand Car Seats May Be Hazardous
According to a recent news article, drivers who happen to purchase used vehicle seats at thrift stores, from neighbors or garage sales could be putting themselves in very risky situations. The article states that used seats can be extremely hazardous to the health of your children. The Safe Kids Georgia coordinator claims that previously owned… read more
Chevrolet Express Issues a Recall for 2012 GMC Savana Vans due to Faulty Air Bags
According to the news and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Chevrolet has issued a recall alert for about 1,798 2012 GMC Savana vans. The article stated that the main issue behind the recall is the fact that the dual-stage air bags may end up not inflating properly nor promptly in the case of a… read more
Keds Shoes for Girls Recalled due to Laceration Hazard
News outlets have reported that over 45,000 Keds sneakers for girls must be recalled due to laceration hazard. The shoes, according to the brand responsible for its manufacturing Collective Brands of Topeka, Kan., have ornamental starts on their heels that can come undone or be loosen. Those ornaments may pose a laceration hazard to young… read more
Kids Animal Slippers Pose Choking Hazards, Item Recalled
Morning news outlets have released articles announcing the recall of certain animal slippers made for children and sold exclusively at the Family Dollar stores. According to the article, over 160,000 products with the title “Kidgets Animal Sock Top” slippers must be recalled because the plastic eyes attached to the animals can easily come detached and… read more
Protecting Our Elders Is Our Duty
According to various news sources, domestic abuse and nursing home abuse affect a great number of older Americans every year. A study recently announced by the National Center on Elder Abuse, a staggering number of over 500,000 people older than 60 have reported domestic abuse in the United States. Still, according to the news, the… read more