safety

  • Back to School Reminders on Concussion Awareness

    Back to School Reminders on Concussion Awareness

    School has started back up in the Puget Sound, and it’s that time again. Everyone is getting get equipped for the year: new backpacks, lesson plans, schedules, sports gear, and transportation arrangements. It’s all about…

  • Accidents While on Vacation – PIP insurance

    Accidents While on Vacation – PIP insurance

    Here in the Pacific Northwest, we await this time of year for nine whole months: these magical weeks of blue skies, clear mountain views, warm sunny days and breathtaking sunsets.   I truly believe there is…

  • Pedestrian Safety Facts

    Pedestrian Safety Facts

    According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 4,378 pedestrians were killed in motor vehicle collision nationwide, with another 69,000 pedestrians injured in 2008. This averages out to one motor vehicle collision-related pedestrian death every…

  • Back to School Safety

    Back to School Safety

    It’s that time of year again: summer is starting to wind down and students are returning to the classroom. Parents are inundated with information packets from schools covering an array of topics. Shopping for supplies…

  • Bicycle Safety Tips For Your Child

    Bicycle Safety Tips For Your Child

    Bicycle friendly cities like Seattle see die-hard cyclists that proudly brave the wind and rain in the dark days of winter.  With summer finally here, though, the cyclists hitting the street increases dramatically, as does…

  • Winter Weather and Common Questions

    Winter Weather and Common Questions

    Now that wintery, snowy weather is clearly upon us, this blog will address some of the common questions that may arise due to the weather. My neighbor’s tree fell on my house – who is…

  • Winter Driving Safety Tips

    Winter Driving Safety Tips

    Winter weather is upon us, whether we like it or not.  While the Northwest often fares better than many parts of the country when it comes to harsh winter weather, there is no denying that…

  • Fuel Economy and Safety

    Fuel Economy and Safety

    For decades, automakers improved vehicle fuel economy by reducing vehicle weight.   Since smaller generally meant reduced crash worthiness, one of the drawbacks of choosing fuel economy was increased risk of injury in a crash.  With…