Tag: Safety Tips

Bicycle Safety Tips for Children

Learning to ride a bicycle is a popular requisite of growing up, and this makes bike safety for kids a concern for all parents. We can’t be with our children all the time, but we can […]

10 Tips for Your Safe and Healthy Summer

After a tough few months, everyone is ready for all the fun of summer. You want to finally feel free to have fun and socialize freely with others while enjoying a cold one and eating all […]

A Guide to Detecting and Preventing Gas Leaks and Explosions

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The majority of households in Ohio use natural gas as their heating source, at 65.5 percent, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. This fuel source has the potential of leaking out of pipes and creating […]

Is It Still Safe to Sell on Craigslist in 2020?

You’ve heard the horror stories, but there’s no reason why you can’t still sell goods on Craigslist. With more than 25 million classified ads and 1.5 million job postings at any given time, this is one of the […]

Ohio Winter Driving Laws and Rights

Driving in Ohio in the winter is no joke. The Buckeye State consistently ranks as the state with the most winter driving fatalities, an average of 86 deaths per year. Federal statistics also show that accidents that happen […]

Toy Safety: What Every Parent Should Know Before Buying a Toy For Their Child

Toys are an essential part of your child’s development. They provide hours of entertainment and fun, encourage imaginative play and create some happy memories that will stay with your child for the rest of their life. […]

Selecting the Right Car Seat for Your Child

As a parent, your vehicle is no doubt a hive of activity. Whether you are chauffeuring your youngest to and from daycare or taking your older children to sports practice, you’ll want to make sure they […]

Your Guide to Bicycle Safety

Riding your bicycle is one of the most enjoyable and healthy activities for kids and adults. It’s environmentally sound and available to members of all economic groups. Cycling can also a be a dangerous activity, especially […]

5 Ways to Self-Treat a Concussion

More and more families are aware of the threat of concussion. Everyone risks serious injury when playing contact sports or driving, and even a fall can cause this form of head injury. Part of the challenge […]

The 5 Safest Dog Breeds for Families

There’s nothing quite like the unconditional love bestowed upon a child by the family dog. A well-chosen breed goes a long way to turning dreams of a successful pet experience into reality. Qualities to look for […]

The 4 Safest Cars for Your Family to Own 2020

Each year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gives a limited number of vehicles their Top Safety Pick+ award each year. To receive this award, vehicles must receive a rating of superior or advanced on […]

How to Stay Safe in Northeast Ohio’s Metroparks

Enjoying the outdoors is one of the benefits of living in this community. Northeast Ohio’s Metroparks are a destination for families and nature-lovers especially in the warmer months. As Spring is finally here, it’s a good […]

Post Collision Checklist: What to do if You’ve Just Been Involved in a Car Accident

A car accident can be a very stressful event for anyone. It is important to stay calm and gather as much helpful information as you can. First and foremost, seek medical treatment immediately if you have […]

Should I hire an attorney if I was injured at a store?

Most of us do not expect to be injured at a grocery store or shopping mall. However, should the unexpected happen, you may be able to file a claim and receive compensation for not only your […]

How College Students Can Stay Safe on Halloween

Celebrating Halloween during your college years can be a blast, but there are extra precautions you should take when it comes time to party. Here are some tips on how college students can stay safe during […]

How to Keep Your Children Safe This Halloween

It’s a holiday with unpredictable weather, during a time when it gets darker earlier, and on top of that, no one looks quite like themselves—it’s Halloween! Here are some safety tips for keeping your children safe […]

Northeast Ohio’s 5 Most Dangerous Intersections

Northeast Ohio's most dangerous intersections

According to a report by Cleveland.com at the end of 2013, these urban intersections in Northeast Ohio proved to be the most dangerous; that is, having had the highest average of auto crashes over the course […]

5 Ways to Stay Safe on the Roads During the Holidays

This past Fourth of July weekend, the Ohio State Highway Patrol arrested nearly 750 people for impaired driving. According to reports from Cleveland.com, Troopers also issued over 6,400 tickets for seatbelt violations and a whopping 3,000 […]

Your Medicine Cabinet Cleanout Checklist

Can you think of the last time you cleaned out your medicine cabinet? Believe it or not, many of those generic or prescription medications are expiring before your eyes. Even worse, some of those medications may […]

Tips for a Healthy Delivery

We recently shared an article on social media about a family’s struggle with their son’s Cerebral Palsy and the lawsuit that alleges medical negligence against the hospital who delivered him. These types of cases come around […]

10 Family Road Trip Safety Tips

Road trip season is finally here! If you and your loved ones are driving to your vacation destination, make sure you are prepared for safe travels. Here are some tips to keep in mind. 10 Tips […]

Motorcycle Safety Tips for Drivers and Others on the Road

Whether you are the driver of a motorcycle or driving by one, it is essential to be aware of your surroundings in order to stay safe and avoid a motorcycle accident. All drivers must be in […]

10 Steps to Take After a Car Accident

If you or a loved one has even been in a car accident, you know that it can be a traumatizing experience for everyone involved. It is difficult to predict what the best actions to take […]

Safety at Construction Sites

There are different spots in the region where construction is in full-swing, gearing to make buildings look nicer and roads easier to travel. Construction sites, as a worker and as a pedestrian/driver, can be dangerous areas […]

The Aftermath of a Motorcycle Accident

Although motorcycle accidents occur less frequently than car accidents, it doesn’t mean that the aftermath of these accidents is less tragic. It is important for the owner of a motorcycle, dirt bike, or other type of […]

Truck Accidents On The Rise

On October 9th, 2013 a Greyhound bus and tractor trailer collided on Interstate 80. It was heading to Cleveland – one person was killed and dozens more were injured, NBC News reports. Unfortunately, truck accidents like […]