Seven people were killed last week in New York City when an SUV lost control on the highway and plunged more than 50 feet to the grounds of the Bronx Zoo. According to police, a Honda Pilot, driven by Maria Gonzalez, bumped a median, crossed all southbound lanes, hit a 2 foot high concrete curb …
Tickets Increase Since Expansion of New Jersey Snow Removal Law
More than 3,645 tickets have been issued to motorists in New Jersey since the amended Snow and Ice Removal law went into effect in October of 2010. Prior to the amendment, law enforcement officers only issued tickets where snow or ice flying off a vehicle resulted in property damage or injuries. Under the amended law, …
Pennsylvania Mushroom Plant Worker Killed in Workplace Accident
An Avondale man was killed earlier this month after being crushed by a 700-pound hay bale at the Cardile Brothers Mushroom Plant in Avondale, Pennsylvania. Lucio Valderrabano, a mushroom plant worker, was pronounced dead at the plant shortly following the incident. According to reports, Valderrabano had been preparing the hay bales, which were stacked in …
Umbrellas: Not Just for Rainy Days
When we hear the word umbrella, instinctively we think of the wonderful little contraptions that keep us dry on a rainy day. We use umbrellas to protect us from the rain. This concept of protection is the driving force behind umbrella insurance policies. Umbrella insurance is additional liability coverage that you can purchase to provide …
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is always an exciting time for children. Costumes. Parties. Trick-or-Treating. Candy. It is all part of the Halloween experience. Here are some tips for keeping Halloween as safe and memorable experience for your children: Costumes Purchase flame resistant costumes – look for the label “Flame Resistant.” Make sure the costume is bright and reflective …