Archive | February, 2010

How Common is Traumatic Brain Injury?

27. February 2010

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Traumatic brain injury or head injury can happen to anyone. More than a thousand of people experience a life long disability and even die because of this incident. Statistics reported by the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control indicate that the number one leading cause of head injury is falls at 28%. Babies and toddlers particularly are prone of falls and/or are victims of violent shaking resulting in head injury. Motor vehicular-traffic crash is the second leading cause of head injury at 20%.

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Unsecured Equipment Truck Accidents

25. February 2010

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The trucking industry, in the United States, accounts for the majority of transportation of goods -with trucking companies earning over $125 billion per year. Literally thousands of trucks travel U.S. roadways, both commercially and recreationally. But, unfortunately, as more and more trucks enter the roadway population, the risks for serious accidents are increasing. With the increase of large tractor-trailer rigs, those that are involved in truck crushes can have a devastating effect and the costs can be considerable.

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Juvenile Offense Statistics

23. February 2010

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Although crime rates are not unerringly represented by the OJJDP generated reports, general patterns and trends are effectively shown.

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Child Restraints in Cars

17. February 2010

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It’s always a good idea for people to wear the proper seatbelts/restraints when riding in a car. However, it’s mandatory, in most regions, for children (up to the age of 12 – or 4 ft 9 inches in height) to use safety seats when riding in automobiles. Ages 0-3 Although laws vary from state to state, children [...]

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