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The US Department of Transportation ruled last month that the use of hand-held mobile phones should be banned in commercial motor vehicles. This ruling is now in effect and being enforced in Massachusetts. “Commercial Motor Vehicle” is defined as… (a) motor carriers operating commercial motor vehicles and persons who drive commercial motor vehicles as, for, [...] Read more »
As cold weather approaches, now is the time to evaluate your home heating oil tank. A proactive approach to maintaining your tanks not only reduces your risk of an oil release but may also grant you peace of mind. The cleanup cost of an oil leak, depending on the extent, and whether it is caught [...] Read more »
As much as we all hope Hurricane Irene takes another path, we will hope for the best but prepare for the worst. Below, are some precautions that you can take on your own to help better protect your family, your home and its contents: In advance of the storm: Doors and Windows: If your home [...] Read more »
Whether they’re snatching your purse, diving into your dumpster, stealing your mail, or hacking into your computer, they’re out to get you. Who are they? Identity thieves. Identity thieves can empty your bank account, max out your credit cards, open new accounts in your name, and purchase furniture, cars, and even homes on the basis [...] Read more »
Employee Cell Phone Use While Driving: What is Your Company’s Liability? According to the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association, cell phone use has grown from 7.5 million users in 1991 to over 167 million in 2004. In keeping with this trend, conducting business on a cell phone while driving also has become a commonplace practice. [...] Read more »
Obey The Law Observe speed limits Obey traffic signs and signals Pass other vehicles only on the left; signal your intention before changing lanes Never pass a stopped school bus Yield to drivers who have the right of way Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs Use your seat belt Drive Sensibly and [...] Read more »
It is understood and agreed that having a driver’s license and driving a motor vehicle are privileges. Any privilege has to be earned and maintained on a continual basis. This means that driving privileges may be revoked at any time if you do not follow these rules: Breaking the driving laws or abusing a motor [...] Read more »
When you’re driving down the highway at a pretty good speed and another car pulls out in front of you, it’s necessary to hit the brakes or execute a quick maneuver to avoid an accident. Chances are that you’ll be pretty hot under the collar over the other driver’s action, and you’ll run your hand [...] Read more »
Airbags are a success. They have inflated in millions of crashes, saved thousands of lives, and prevented many injuries that are more serious. Airbags, however, have caused unintended adverse effects, like bruises and abrasions that are more than offset by the lives airbags have saved. Some airbag injuries, however, have been serious and there have [...] Read more »
Skidding and Hydroplaning in Rainy Conditions Losing control of your car on wet pavement is a frightening experience. You can prevent skids by driving slowly and carefully, especially on curves. Steer and brake with a light touch. When you need to stop or slow, do not brake hard or lock the wheels and risk a [...] Read more »