The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and local police forces typically set up campaigns around long weekends to catch impaired and distracted drivers, hoping this will be a deterrent for dangerous behaviour.
Increased Fines and Demerit Points for Distracted Driving On The Way Read Post »
At Nottingham Trent University in the UK, researchers are involved in a study in collaboration with a semiconductor company, Plessey Semiconductors to study the effectiveness and feasibility of an electrocardiogram (ECG) system embedded in the driver’s seat of cars, with unique sensors that can sense when drivers are starting to fall asleep at the wheel.
New Technology Invented to Prevent Drivers from Falling Asleep Behind the Wheel Read Post »
Distracted driving remains a concern for Ontario’s government and police forces. Prior to the June 12, 2014, a bill had been introduced into parliament that concerned stricter penalties for distracted driving. As a result of the election, the bill was not passed and has yet to become legislation (law). Now that parliament is back in
An article posted on The Telegraph last week expressed concerns a British MP had about the media reporting concussions and how soccer players return to play too quickly after concussions. Specifically, the MP is requesting that broadcasters speak to World Cup commentators about “praising players” who return to the field after sustaining what could be a serious concussion.
Yes, driverless cars exist and are being programmed to master and navigate city streets. Google has programmed the car to recognize stop signs, cyclists and pedestrians. Google recently revealed its prototype to the public.
Driverless Cars are Coming in the Not So Distant Future Read Post »
Windsor Personal Injury Firm Discusses Slip & Fall Accidents (via PRWeb) Paciocco & Mellow provides advice on what to do after a slip & fall accident. Windsor, ON (PRWEB) June 12, 2014 Slip and fall accidents can cause serious injuries. Pedestrians, shoppers, users of public transportation and workers should all be aware…
Windsor Personal Injury Firm Paciocco and Mellow Discuss Brain Injury Awareness (via PRWeb) June is National Brain Injury Awareness Month in Canada According to the VA Tech Institute, the effect of texting while driving is the same as driving blind for 5 seconds. Windsor, ON (PRWEB) June 12, 2014 Across Ontario and across Canada, brain
Windsor Personal Injury Firm Offers Summer Safety Tips (via PRWeb) Nicer weather means many things–pool openings, cottage season, more pedestrians, more cyclists… essentially, more to look out for. As we move into summer, more people may be deciding to commute by bicycle and drivers need to be aware about the increased…
Windsor Personal Injury Firm provides advice on Spring Safety (via PRWeb) Spring has arrived and Windsor Law Firm encourages everyone to stay safe We associate the Spring with rain, and driving in the rain requires special care. Windsor, ON (PRWEB) April 25, 2014 Winter has (hopefully) retired for the year and Spring is upon…
Depression is a serious condition. People can develop depression for a variety of reasons, including from a traumatic event or stressful situation, like a car accident or personal injury such as a slip and fall/trip and fall accident.
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