According to the CDC, 2,409 people have been hospitalized due to vape-related lung damage as of December 2019, and 52 people died.
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Unregulated and Untested Vaping Products
Vaping skyrocketed in the past few years along with profits for vape manufacturers. Meanwhile, these products remain mostly untested and unregulated.
Bans of Vape Pods Not Enough to Stop Teen Vaping
The FDA just banned the sale of fruit, candy, mint and dessert-flavored vape pods to curb teen vaping, but some experts say that’s not enough.
American Teens and Vaping
An alarming 2019 study of American teens revealed that more than one in four young people used a vaping device in the previous month.
Vaping Dangers
2019 was a deadly year for some who use vaping products while there is growing concern among health care professionals that it was just the tip of the iceberg. Begin the new decade with our latest “You Should Know” newsletter about the unregulated, addictive and dangerous practice of vaping.
Social Host Liability Laws
You may be legally liable in some states if your party guest drinks, drives and causes a crash. Learn more about social host liability laws here: http://bit.ly/2O3rkfX
The Deadliest Holiday on the Roads
Thanksgiving weekend is the deadliest holiday on the road; 528 people were killed in crashes across the country in 2017. http://bit.ly/2O6grKk
New Monthly Newsletter
Most of you probably know drunk driving crashes spike during the holidays. But did you know there are ways to protect yourself and your holiday guests? Check it out in our latest newsletter: https://letamericaknow.com/view_newsletter_ysk.php?memberid=22871&orderid=957&newsletterid=499&issueid=1911&subscriberid=
3 Foodborne Illness Drivers
The three drivers behind more reported outbreaks of foodborne illness include: convenience, imported foods and … well, you might be surprised by the third here: https://letamericaknow.com/view_feature_ysk.php?memberid=22871&orderid=957&issueid=1904#
Motorcycle Insurance
Know what you are getting into before buying a motorcycle. Take an accredited safety course from the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and be sure your insurance is adequate, NOT just the cheapest policy out there. https://bit.ly/2WcnSCI
Supersport Bikes
Supersport bikes are often the cycle of choice for the younger crowd, but they are also the most dangerous. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, supersport bikes account for over half of all fatal crashes involving motorcycle drivers. https://bit.ly/2KugmzN
Size-Appropriate bikes and gear.
Women are joining the motorcycle club faster than ever with ownership up over 10% in the last 20 years. That means means bike manufacturers need to respond with size-appropriate bikes and gear. https://bit.ly/2Ikid7B
Motorcycle Purchasing Tips
Motorcycle ownership is at an all-time high as baby boomers, women and frustrated commuters embrace motorcycling. If you are looking to purchase a bike, browse our tips for safe ridership.https://www.msf-usa.org/
Distracted Drivers and Motorcyclists
Motorcyclists are always at higher risk then those in motor vehicles, but the growing number of distracted drivers pose a particularly serious threat.https://bit.ly/29zYyzv
Motorcycle Deaths Doubling
Motorcycle deaths were down 5.6% from 2016 to 2017, but have still doubled since 2000. And cyclists are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than motor vehicle occupants. https://bit.ly/2wAVMFN
Motorcycle Safety
“Four wheels move the body. Two wheels move the soul.” This month, You Should Know the latest on motorcycle safety when heeding the clarion call of the open road. https://letamericaknow.com/view_newsletter_ysk.php?memberid=22871&orderid=957&newsletterid=478&issueid=1906&subscriberid=
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Bank of America Suit
Bank of America settled a class action suit that accused the banking giant of charging higher-than-legal interest rates to military personnel. http://www.bankofamericamilitarysettlement.com
My Business Partner is Misappropriating Funds: Please Help!
Not every business relationship goes exactly as planned. If you suspect your partner is misappropriating funds, you need to take steps to protect your rights—and possibly save the business. Contact a Wilmington business litigation attorney today. Why Business Partners Misappropriate Funds The reasons vary. Some partners run into financial trouble and use business funds to […]
Documents revealing profiting from death of service members
Prudential was accused of profiting from the deaths of service members after internal documents revealed the company kept interest money from grieving family members after insurance payouts. https://www.military.com/daily-news/2015/10/05/va-says-it-was-unaware-of-prudentials-strategy-for-alliance-acc.html