Posts by Mark V. Larson
The Vehicle Most Likely to Be in a Fatal Crash Is a Ford F-Series Pickup
You can be the safest driver in the country, take every precaution, and still find yourself at the business end of a car wreck when you cross paths with a reckless driver. But the type of vehicle you drive can make a difference in whether you walk away from a collision with minor or severe…
Read MoreBroken Bones Linked to Mortality Risk for Up to Ten Years
Although researchers have long been aware of the risk of mortality and hip fractures in older people, a recent study links the risk of mortality to fractures in other parts of the body. This study is of note as it shows that broken bones in older adults can heighten their mortality risk for five to…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Oil Tanker Truck Accidents
Tanker trucks are large commercial vehicles designed to move bulk quantities of oil, gas, or other liquid petroleum products. Instead of the regular tractor-trailer behind the cab of the truck, tankers are typically cylindrical-shaped and sometimes pressurized or insulated – depending on what type of cargo they are carrying. Because tankers tend to transport hazardous…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Driving Semis in High Wind
It’s not enough just knowing the basic rules of the road when you drive a big rig. These trucks carry tens of thousands of pounds and that weight can affect how a tractor trailer moves, even causing it to whip around like a boomerang under the right circumstances. Weather can be one of those unpredictable…
Read MoreWorking Near Oil Derricks During Storms Can Prove Deadly
If you work in the North Dakota oil fields, then you know the risks you take each and every time you head out to work. Working around large, powerful equipment requires a level of skill and attentiveness, even in the best of weather. The equipment isn’t the only thing you have to remain aware of…
Read MoreCurbing the Uptick of Dog Bites to Children During COVID
Anyone who has ever been around a dog, especially if you grew up with one, knows they tend to bring out the best in people. There is just something about their nature that makes you want to be near them. Maybe it’s the unconditional love and loyal companionship or maybe it’s their quirky personalities, but…
Read MoreTesla, TikTok, and Teenagers Are a Bad Mix
No matter how hard parents try to keep their kids safe, teenagers like to push boundaries. It’s always been that way and is highly unlikely to ever change. The job of a parent is also to encourage their kids to try new things and reach for their dreams. Unfortunately, when that dream involves risking life…
Read MoreN.D. House of Representatives Wants Permission for Road Trains
The North Dakota Legislature has been talking about “road trains” for a long time. On January 13, 2021, the state House of Representatives passed a bill that would ask the federal government to “loosen length limits on cargo-carrying trucks,” KXNET reports. Note: the resolution does not actually change the law, nor can it stand on…
Read MoreWhy Do Dogs Bite?
Most dog owners think of their pets as family – fluffy, lovable little creatures who wouldn’t hurt a fly. There are times, though, when our four-legged companions may act aggressively. That aggression can cause serious injuries. So why does it happen? It is not as simple as “dogs bite because they are animals.” There are…
Read MoreIncreasing Your Chances of Surviving an Accident with a Big Rig
There is no guarantee in life that you will walk away from a car accident unharmed. That is not much reassurance, to say the least. Your chances of walking away from a crash with a tractor-trailer without injury are even scarcer because of the size and weight differential between a big rig and a motor…
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