Warnings against tainted Halloween candy have been around for decades, but confirmed incidents are far and few in between. Despite its rarity, tales of razor blades in apples and poisoned candy have circulated enough to lead police departments and government agencies to release annual PSAs about the importance of candy inspections. The world’s...

If a tree hits your home or other insured structure, such as a detached garage, your standard homeowners insurance policy covers the damage to the structure, as well as any damage to the contents. This is true for trees felled by wind, lightning or hail. You are insured no matter who owns the tree If a tree lands on your home, you can file a claim...

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) enforces workplace safety by inspecting businesses and handling employee safety complaints. The inspections may identify violations of OSHA workplace safety codes that range from minor to very hazardous. OSHA released the 2020 top ten list of the most cited standards earlier this year, with...

Flu season is nearly upon us. This year’s flu season, which usually begins in November and lasts through April, will be hitting as the U.S. continues to battle is battling the coronavirus pandemic. The CDC reports that flu activity was low throughout the 2020-2021 season with 1,675 confirmed influenza cases out of 819,000 tests.  Experts believe...