Not all car accidents involve a collision between vehicles or even with a pedestrian. People going about their day at home, work or elsewhere can become the victim of a careless or reckless driver. Earlier this month, a woman ran her car through the wall of a Columbia...
Fast-food workers face violence, many other dangers
People who work in fast-food establishments are on the front lines -- literally. They regularly interact with customers (and non-customers) at the counter and in drive-thru lanes. Most of these interactions are unremarkable. Too often, however, they are violent. Just...
Are assisted living facilities safe for people with dementia?
As the American population ages, there's been considerable growth in the assisted living industry. Approximately 40 percent of the people in assisted living facilities have dementia. Unfortunately, the people who work in many of these facilities aren't trained or...