The development of affordable personal drones over the past decade has brought the hobby of remote-controlled aircraft out of the battlefield and into the hands of hobbyists. However, the rapid rise in the popularity of these small aerial vehicles has not been accompanied by friendly skies. Drone accidents have caused serious personal injuries, and critics...Read More

With the increasing affordability and versatility of mobile devices, it’s no surprise that they have enabled social media to influence things far beyond simple ‘likes’ on Facebook. Unfortunately, the ability to stream a part of our lives to an audience has led to unfortunate, life-threatening, and sometimes fatal accidents. What is less obvious to social...Read More

Whether you follow the news online or offline, or simply take a walk outside, you are more than aware of the wildfires currently ravaging California. The smoke in the air is impossible to miss. The 2018 wildfire season has shattered records, placing immense pressure on Cal Fire to contain the largest blazes in the state’s...Read More

In July, the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community filed a lawsuit against multiple pharmaceutical companies in the U.S. District Court in Seattle, Washington. They join a growing number of state, federal, and sovereign tribal government organizations that are attempting to hold the industry responsible for its contributions to the opioid crisis. Named in this lawsuit are...Read More

It’s summertime, and the coast is being inundated with its yearly exodus of Californians trying to beat the heat. But, if you’re lucky enough to own a pool, know someone who does, or have a public pool nearby, you won’t have to travel far to stay cool. Unfortunately, swimming pool injuries and deaths are a...Read More

There’s an idiom that evokes the sense of frustration often felt when dealing with people in power in local government: “You can’t fight city hall.” But for the city of San Diego, reeling from a bombardment of lawsuits over sidewalk slip and fall accidents, this bit of wisdom has been proven wrong in very expensive ways....Read More

Even with today’s protective equipment, and a modern understanding of human physiology, playing sports comes with inherent health risks. Research has been performed in nearly every professional sport to find ways to limit these risks. But, better protection and tougher rules are not always enough; delays in implementing these new rules means athletes remain vulnerable...Read More

Mirroring the scandal rocking U.S.A. Gymnastics and Michigan State University, USC President C.L. Max Nikias is stepping down over a major sexual misconduct scandal. His decision came after protests that culminated in a petition signed by thousands of USC alumni and hundreds of professors. Nearly 300 incidents of sexual assault and sexual misconduct were reported...Read More

Tesla, one facet of billionaire Elon Musk’s business empire, has been under fire in the news in recent weeks. After a news story in April revealed improperly reported work injuries at Tesla’s factory in Fremont, California, the company came to the attention of politicians and news organizations alike. This was followed by reports of the...Read More