Author: Mason West
Risky Business: America’s Most Dangerous Jobs
From ice road trucking to deep sea commercial fishing, dangerous jobs seem to fascinate us. The number of television shows dedicated to documenting the lives of these workers is proof. Most of us are content to live vicariously through them from the comfort of our couches
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2021 Planning: Getting Your Estate In Order
Each new year offers a fresh start. Most Americans approach January with a renewed motivation to make improvements – from eating healthier to using their treadmill as more than a clothes hanger. In fact, surveys show that about 60% of Americans make a New Year’s resolution each year.
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When Merry Turns Scary
The holiday season is a magical time of year, with festive décor and Christmas carols at every turn. But danger …
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Deer Vs. Drivers
Unlike their red-nosed relatives that hail from the North Pole, the deer that call the Carolinas home keep their hooves firmly on the ground. But they’re much more dangerous to drivers, especially during this time of year.
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Full Plates. Full Hearts.
Whether your Thanksgiving guest list includes a crowd or a couple, hosting the big meal is a big undertaking. Many early morning turkey preppers are up at dawn, working in the kitchen until the last casserole comes out of the oven.
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Doctor Visit Done Right: What to Ask Your Doc
The doctor’s office is the last place you want to be, especially after a car accident. It doesn’t take a head injury to set your mind spinning, with worries whizzing through your mind as you sit in the waiting room.
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Tips For a Happy & Healthy Halloween
To prevent Halloween from becoming more trick than treat, we’ve provided some festive ways to celebrate while maintaining your social distance!
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Step-by-Step Guide to Pedestrian Safety
Walking may seem like a relaxing, healthy pastime – but it’s not without its dangers. A leisurely stroll around the block could result in dangerous pedestrian accident, proving that two feet are no match for four wheels.
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After Your Car Crash: How to Get a Copy of the Accident Report
If you’ve been injured in a car crash, flashing blue lights are a welcome sight. A police officer is on the scene. Medical help is on the way. Upon arrival, the officer who responds to your call will document the scene in an accident report.
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Putting a Stop to Nursing Home Abuse
Our elderly loved ones deserve to age with dignity, cared for with compassion and kindness. But nursing home abuse is all too common. In fact, according to the National Council on Aging, one in 10 Americans over age 60 have experienced some form of elder abuse.
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