The holiday season brings more than just festive cheer and family gatherings. Unfortunately, it also sees a significant spike in accidents, particularly due to icy conditions and decorating mishaps. Understandably, preventing holiday injuries may not be on the top of your mind during this joyful season. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) […]
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Navigating Thanksgiving Travel: Safe Driving Practices
As we approach Thanksgiving, a time for gratitude and family gatherings, it’s crucial to remember safety on the roads. In Springfield, Missouri, and across the nation, this holiday season witnesses some of the busiest travel days of the year. Tragically, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported 9,560 fatal crashes in the last quarter […]
Read MoreHalloween Safety for Kids
During the spooky season, the streets are filled with excited children dressed as their favorite superheroes, witches, and monsters. Halloween is a time of joy for kids and adults alike, but it also brings with it a significant risk of accidents and injuries. According to the Children’s Safety Network (CSN), children pedestrians are over 2 […]
Read MoreCommon Personal Injuries: Your Guide to Safety
In the United States, personal injuries are alarmingly common, affecting millions of people each year. According to recent statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), unintentional injuries accounted for over 300,000 deaths in a single year. Among these personal injuries, car crashes was at the top of the list. In this blog […]
Read MoreRoad Trip Accidents: Safety Tips & How to Avoid Them
Our favorite time of year is right around the corner: summer. With warm weather and vacation days ready to use, summertime is an immensely popular time to hit the road with family and friends to explore new destinations. What many fail to recognize is proper planning is crucial for the success of a road trip. […]
Read MoreBicycle and Pedestrian Safety and Tips
Biking and walking are great for the environment and your health! It’s a win-win. We encourage people to bike and walk as much as possible as a recreational activity and as a form of exercise. With biking and walking outside, there are important safety guidelines to pay attention to. Learn more safety tips and a […]
Read MoreMissouri Summer Boating Safety: Be Smart when Boating
There’s nothing better to do during a Missouri summer than getting the boat in the water and spending the weekends on the lake. Balmy Missouri weather drives people in droves to the cool, clear lakes and ponds sprinkled across the state for full days of fishing, swimming, and water sports. However, while boating can be […]
Read MorePlaying It Safe On The Playground
Playgrounds are fun places where children can explore, move, and play. But they can also be dangerous, especially if children are unsupervised or the area is poorly designed or maintained. According to the CDC, more than 200,000 children in the U.S. are treated each year for playground-related injuries. Fortunately, these accidents can be avoided with […]
Read MoreAvoiding Danger: Construction Zone Safety
Highway work zones are hazardous both for motorists who drive through the complex array of signs, barrels, and lane changes, and for workers who build, repair, and maintain our streets, bridges, and highways. According to The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), transportation accidents have been the leading cause of on-the-job deaths in the […]
Read MoreSafely Sharing the Road with Motorcycles
Spring is finally here, and as the temperature increases, you can expect so will the number of motorcycles on the road. Unfortunately, the appearance of a motorcycle in traffic situations, when the motorist is not prepared, can lead to hazardous, even fatal, situations. In order for motorists to learn how to safely interact with motorcyclists, […]
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