There are many hazards that people who work on an oil rig or in a refinery face. Some of these can lead to catastrophic injuries, such as spinal cord injuries. These can sometimes lead to the person being unable to go back to their job duties. One of the most...
A beautifully tended lawn is every homeowner’s dream. Riding lawn mowers have gained popularity over the years thanks to their efficiency and ability to move much faster than push mowers. However, alongside their efficiency and energy-saving benefits, these mowers...
Although it may not seem like this would be the case, zero-turn lawn mowers are actually the most dangerous of all types. Why? There are often issues with their design and functionality that make them unsafe under some circumstances. Zero-turn lawnmowers steer...
Utility task vehicles (UTV) often draw comparisons to all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), but there is one major difference. UTV’s usually seat multiple people, while an ATV will likely only have one driver and possibly a passenger behind them. At times, the potential...
When considering head damage, most people think that the classic traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the worst trauma the human head can withstand. However, your brain can suffer other types of damage as well. Head and brain trauma can occur in several situations. For...
Whether you work on an oil rig out in the Gulf of Mexico or in a land-based oil field, there are no shortages of dangers that can maim or even kill you. Brave workers endure the dangerous conditions because of the higher wage scale oil field jobs offer. The Bureau of...
Head injuries range in seriousness. From mild concussions that go away on their own to severe injuries that affect the brain. Any damage to what is perhaps your body's most vital organ can be deadly, and the effects may be far-reaching. Studies have established close...
When you are injured in a serious car crash, you need medical care right away even if you don't have health insurance. If you are unconscious after the crash, you will have no say in where paramedics transport you or what treatment you receive. Even if you can select...
When you’re on a riding mower, you need to be careful not to mow at steep angles that could lead to a rollover accident. Many mowers have roll bars and stabilizers to help prevent you from rolling, but those could fail or be defective. There are some reasons that your...
Utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) are popular here in Texas. Adults use them for recreation or to quickly move around on rural properties. Children may ride them for fun in the yard, and teenagers too young to have their own cars might drive UTVs instead because they...