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How can you drive defensively around commercial vehicles?
Commercial vehicles play an integral role in the modern economy, as they deliver necessary goods to consumers from coast to coast. Still, because of their comparatively large size, semi-trucks can be dangerous to drivers and their passengers. In fact, according to the National Safety Council,…
What happens when a truck jackknives?
Trucks often cause many drivers on the road some degree of anxiety due to their sheer size and weight. One wrong move with a truck could cause a potentially lethal accident. This is why jackknifing is such a major problem in the trucking industry. Though…
How big are a trucker’s blind spots?
As you probably know, there are places around your car, truck or SUV you cannot see even when you are using your rearview and side mirrors. These areas, known as blind spots, can be dangerous, as you might inadvertently change lanes into a vehicle that…
What is microsleeping?
Over the years, more people have come to an awareness of the true dangers of drowsy driving. This includes issues like microsleeping which come along with it. But what is microsleeping? What sort of dangers does it pose to drivers? How microsleep works WebMD discusses…
Common dangers for dock workers
Taking care of boats on a dock should not lead to you facing a lifetime of medical care, but in some cases, that is precisely what happens. Some of the most common injuries dockworkers face can result in catastrophic and lifelong bodily damage. In some…
What does maritime law mean?
Louisiana’s unique location makes it a prime spot for maritime activities, such as shipping and fishing. Anything having to do with activities on the waterways in and around Louisiana fall under the jurisdiction of maritime law. Many relevant issues come up when talking about maritime…
What Should I Do If I Worked Around Asbestos?
For many decades, asbestos was a go-to ingredient for everyday construction materials such as insulation, cement and floor tiles. Exposure to asbestos has affected millions of workers including those in industrial job sites, mining, maritime, rail, construction, building maintenance and oil and gas, especially prior…
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