Distracted driving

Distracted Driving: As Dangerous as Drunk Driving

Did you know December is Impaired Driving Prevention Month? Did you know that distracted driving is included in impaired driving prevention month? Did you know that using a cell phone is as dangerous as impaired driving from alcohol or other drugs? If you use a cell phone while driving, this article is for you. For
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Read the Constitution

Have You Read the Constitution?

At the 2016 Democratic Convention, Khizr Khan asked of Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump; “Have you even read the United States Constitution?” Unless you are living under a rock, if you are in the United States you have heard about his question and the ongoing political debate, as have millions of people around the globe.
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Honor Killings

Honor Killings: A Global Crisis in Violence Against Women

Sadly, the above news headlines are not uncommon.  According to the United Nations, it is estimated that globally there are 5,000 murders called ‘honor killings’ every year.  Women’s advocacy groups have estimated the number of victims is closer to 20,000 annually because many of these murders are covered up as accidents or suicides.  With the
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Preventing Heatstroke

Preventing Heatstroke: Protecting Children and Pets

3 Tips To Avoid Placing Your Child Or Pet At Risk For Heatstroke Have you ever walked out to your car, opened the door and sat down inside, only to get back out because of the heat? Have you ever put your hands on the vehicle’s steering wheel and jerked them back because it was
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Drugged Driving

Drugged Driving: The Time Has Come for Action

“[T[he Roadside Survey of Alcohol and Drug Use by Drivers, conducted by NHTSA in 2013-2014, shows that weekend nighttime drivers testing positive for illegal drugs or medications has increased from 16.3 percent in 2007 to 20.0 percent in 2013-2014″ 2015 National Drug Control Strategy, U.S. Office of National Drug Control Policy, pg. 105 People driving
Drowsy Driving

4 Tips for Companies in Combating Drowsy Driving

Do you have employees who operate motor vehicles for your company? What steps have you taken to ensure your employees are wide-awake when driving? Do you have a policy? Have you provided education programs? If you answered the last two questions with “no,” you are putting your employees and your company at risk. This blog
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Understanding Addiction

Understanding Addiction: A Prosecutor’s Perspective

Over thirty years ago, I walked into a courtroom located in Eaton County, Michigan. I was a new assistant prosecuting attorney (APA) eager to start doing jury trials, to make my community a safer place. I became an APA because I believe that holding people accountable for their actions will make the world a better
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Motorcycle Safety Awareness

Motorcycle Safety Awareness: Share the Road Year-Round

It’s getting warmer and spring time is here, which means motorcyclists will be out in force. How many more motorcyclists, you ask? In 2013, there were almost 8½ million registered motorcycles, up from 5 million in 2002.  And, while motorcycles account for only 3% of all registered vehicles and a mere 0.7% of all vehicle miles
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Distracted Driving

The Dangers of Distracted Driving: Myths, Risks, and Solutions

Distracted driving is a growing epidemic, causing thousands of crashes, injuries, and fatalities annually. This episode explores its dangers, myths, and solutions for safer roads.
21-year-old drinking age law

How the 21-Year-Old Drinking Age Law Saves Lives

Over 30 years ago President Reagan signed the National Minimum Drinking Age Act (NMDAA) that requires states to make 21 as the minimum age for purchasing or public possessing alcohol. It is one of the most successful laws in traffic safety, and yet it seems like challenges keep coming up to take the age of
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