On the night of Oct. 12, 2013, a Massachusetts man was driving along Interstate 291 in Springfield with four children when his vehicle flipped over after colliding with another car. According to police, the children, who ranged in age from 1 year old to 10 years old, sustained non-life threatening injuries. The man was arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. It's accidents li ...

There are obviously an abundance of career paths that a person can take, but for those with a real love for the sea, there are only so many jobs that will satisfy. This affection for the open waters of the world leads many individuals into maritime careers. From working on commercial fishing vessels to engineering on a cruise ship; the possibilities are almost endless. Unfortunately, these jobs are inherent ...

Capturing the attention of a hiring manager at your ideal company has become increasingly difficult due to the popularity of the Internet. After all, it is now much easier for potential candidates around the world to learn about new job postings. It is also vital to have a firm grasp of the ever-changing world of technology for the majority of positions that are available today. Fortunately, there are some ...

With close to 70 million families being affected by disability claims, the impact can be far reaching. In addition to the individual at the center of the claim being affected both mentally and physically, you’ll also find that it can take an emotional toll on your children. What Is A Disability? An individual who has gotten hurt on the job, come down with a disease or illness, or has had a major accident ma ...

It should not be unreasonable to expect your physician to know what they are doing when it comes to your healthcare. Particularly if you like your personal care physician and have a good rapport with them, it can be difficult for you to fathom that your doctor could ever hurt you or accidentally prescribe the wrong medication or treatment. Even so, medical malpractice continues to be a big problem in the he ...

Sending text messages, emails or instant messages while driving is now banned in more than 40 states. Now the question is whether these laws have actually reduced the number of vehicle crashes related to distracted driving.  The report that is often cited to answer that question was conducted by RahiAbouk and Scott Adams, economists at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee who co-authored, Texting Bans and ...

As motorcycle enthusiasts have said, few things in their lives offer the thrill and joy of riding. Whether cruising the curves on the open road or driving around town, the freedom that a motorcycle provides is like no other. However, riding requires much sharper skills and awareness in order for it to be a safe and gratifying experience. 1. Motorcycle Selection Choosing a bike involves knowing about some es ...

Drinking is an integral part of socializing, especially when you’re trying to climb the corporate ladder. Wining and dining important clients can pose a problem when you’re trying to maintain your sobriety. However, there are other ways that you can avoid alcohol and still close the deal. Networking Events Networking is important to any successful business. It’s a way for you to connect with customers and o ...

When you purchase an auto insurance policy, you are under the assumption that the policy will protect you in the event of an accident. However, you might be very surprised to learn all the loopholes in an average insurance policy that allows the insurer to forgo payments on certain items. These terms, either contained within your policy or your company procedure, could have an impact on your insurance claim ...

Making the decision to get a divorce can be devastating for the entire family. After all, the couple that is splitting up will have to deal with the emotions that accompany this decision without ignoring the needs of their children. In fact, it is sometimes harder for children to accept divorce than it is for the soon to be ex-spouses. Therefore, it is important to be careful when you discuss the divorce wi ...