Once reserved for the summer months, backyard entertaining has grown to be a popular year-round activity for many homeowners.  However, those backyard fire pits and large playsets carry their own risks, sending thousands of people to emergency rooms every year.  Before you send out the invitations for that pool party or backyard barbecue, here are some […]

Your vehicle is your connection to the world around you and an integral part of your life. To help keep your ride safe from thieves, follow the basic security guidelines below and adopt a safety-conscious mindset. Utilizing Security Measures To begin, always roll up the windows and lock the doors as you exit the vehicle. […]

We have all seen that reckless driver, while on the road, that makes us shake our head and wave a finger. For some reason people always try to place the blame or accuse the other driver of being the reckless one. These same people placing the blame have likely driven recklessly once or twice themselves. If […]

              Whenever there is a hurricane bearing down on southern Florida, the entire country watches as Floridians brace themselves for the impending storm. The ability to recover from a hurricane depends primarily on the preparations that homeowners make before the storm even makes landfall. Therefore, if you live in […]

  A tire blowout is a frightening and sometimes dangerous experience at any speed. Although the number of tire-related accidents has decreased sharply since 2008, the numbers still remain high. Tire related accidents decreased in 2008 because automatic air pressure monitoring systems became a requirement for all vehicles. But the number of accidents remains high: […]

  With the warm weather upon us, at last, it’s time to rip the shrouds off our grills and get to cooking. But before we fire up those BBQs and slap down the burgers, we should take a few minutes to remember that outdoor cooking carries a few hazards, and we would rather not create […]

Many people assume tornadoes can only occur in “Tornado Alley” during the spring months  that area between the Rocky and Appalachian mountains generally known to be prone to this type of extreme weather. While many midwestern U.S. states do see more twisters than other parts of the country, tornados have been reported in every state […]

As many golfers and other outdoors enthusiasts can attest, thunderstorms can often strike with little to no warning, especially during the warmer months of the year. The lightning strikes that accompany these thunderstorms pose a serious threat to people and safety. Knowing how to react to a sudden storm is critical to ensuring your safety […]

Cyber security is a growing concern for investors and brokerage firms.  In response to this problem, the Securities and Exchange Commission has issued two reports aimed at educating investors on ways they can protect their investments.  SEC Chair, Mary Jo White observes that “Cyber security knows no boundaries.  That’s why assessing the readiness of market […]

Scooters and mopeds offer incredible value in the world of rising gas prices, and more people have been turning to them to them as their main or secondary form of transportation. Their convenience for moving through tight spaces, affordability and ease in finding parking has helped increase their sales from 2008 to 2011 — setting record […]