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GHSA Study Notes Spike in Teen Driver Deaths
February 15, 2012
By Pendergast Law on February 27, 2012 A recent study by the Governors’ Highway Safety Association (GHSA) found that inexperience and distracted driving are behind...
NHTSA Issues Child Seat, Tire Product Recalls
February 9, 2012
By Pendergast Law on February 9, 2012 Two manufacturers of auto-related products and the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently announced recalls of...
Washington Winter Safety: Tips for Safe Motorcycle Riding
February 1, 2012
By Pendergast Law on February 13, 2012 Motorcycle enthusiasts enjoy motorcycle riding in every season. However, riding a motorcycle during the winter months may present...
Spinal Cord Injuries Can Cause Lifelong Impairment
January 28, 2012
By Pendergast Law on January 20, 2012 A spinal cord injury is any type of injury that damages the spinal cord, which is the bundle...
“I Brake for Animals” May Lead to More Accidents
January 19, 2012
By Pendergast Law on January 11, 2012 An “I brake for animals” bumper sticker can be a cute way to express your love for our...
NHTSA Considers Changes to Crash-Test Ratings
January 11, 2012
By Pendergast Law on January 13, 2012 The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is considering changes to its five-star crash test rating system...
Despite Overdose Rates, Some Drug Companies Still Oppose State Prescription Drug Programs
January 7, 2012
By Pendergast Law on January 27, 2012 Washington state loses more residents each year to prescription drug overdoses or misuse than it does to traffic...
Lunch Packs with Built-In Freezer Gel Recalled due to Safety Hazard
January 4, 2012
By Pendergast Law on January 25, 2012 California Innovations, Inc. and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently recalled about 248,000 of the company’s...
Understanding Accident-Induced Low Back Pain
January 1, 2012
By Pendergast Law on January 9, 2012 Low back pain is the second most common neurological condition in the United States, according to the National...
Decrease in Toy Recalls is Promising, But Some Problems Remain
December 3, 2011
By Pendergast Law on December 7, 2011 The number of toy recalls in the United States has dropped steadily since 2008 when tough new regulations...
Practice Fire Safety When Heating Your Home This Winter
December 1, 2011
By Pendergast Law on December 20, 2011 Fireplaces, wood stoves, and space heaters all provide warmth during a chilly Washington winter. Many families enjoy snuggling...
Tips for Steering Clear of Bad Weather
November 27, 2011
By Pendergast Law on November 21, 2011 Throughout the diverse terrain of Washington state, drivers may encounter any of a myriad of bad weather conditions...