Tag: safety
NTSB calls for more safety on railroads across the country
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Train Accidents on Friday, March 15, 2013.
When people do not feel well, they often use the common expression: I feel like I was hit by a train. Railroad accidents are not a common occurrence in Illinois or elsewhere across the country, so for most people, that is a gross exaggeration about circumstances they have never suffered from. Continue reading “NTSB calls for more safety on railroads across the country”
Are crash-test dummies an accurate reflection of ‘average?’
On behalf of Frederick & Hagle posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, January 24, 2013.
ofEveryday families across the nation are torn apart when a loved one is killed in a car accident. Fatal crashes happen here in Champaign and across the rest of Illinois. Continue reading “Are crash-test dummies an accurate reflection of ‘average?’”
Champaign looks to follow Urbana’s lead in being bicycle friendly
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Friday, January 18, 2013.
The most recent data the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has regarding fatal bicycle accidents in Champaign, Illinois, indicates that in 2011 there were two fatal victims of bicycle accidents. However, more victims were injured. Continue reading “Champaign looks to follow Urbana’s lead in being bicycle friendly”
Illinois Department of Transportation warns of holiday drunk drivers
On behalf of Frederick & Hagle posted in Car Accidents on Friday, December 28, 2012.
ofWhile most individuals in Champaign and elsewhere in Illinois are able to enjoy the holidays in a responsible manner, there are some that think that are able to get behind the wheel of a vehicle after driving. Continue reading “Illinois Department of Transportation warns of holiday drunk drivers”