Karns & Kerrison Blog

Everyone needs some exercise in order to maintain good physical health. While anyone who exercises will reap a measure of rewards, it is perhaps those who are age 65 or older that may receive the most benefits. Age affects our mobility, strength and agility. Regular exercise can help counter the ...

We are firmly ensconced in the winter season, which means that roadways can become snow or ice covered in a matter of hours. Of course, all drivers must take care when trying to navigate through inclement conditions. And while it is best to get to the safety of home and hearth whenever the weathe...

Perhaps you have read or heard about how some automobile companies are currently developing autonomous or self-driving cars. While it seems that widespread use of such vehicles is years in the future, the idea does have merit. If the technology were somehow perfected, it would likely dramatically...

For runners, it is simply impossible to forgo the pleasures of lacing up the training shoes and taking off for a good brisk jog around the neighborhood. For those who have been bitten especially hard by the running bug, only the most extreme weather conditions can postpone a regular workout. As a...

In the best of cases, an automobile accident will be an inconvenience that includes exchanging information with another driver, filling out some insurance forms and getting some repairs done. But there are some types of accidents that will almost certainly cause tremendous damage to a vehicle and...

Every year, many pedestrians are injured and even killed in accidents involving automobiles. Since, at some point or another, we all must walk and cross the street, we are all subjected to the dangers presented by automobile traffic. But both pedestrians and motorists bear responsibility regardin...

Sometimes, people who are looking to travel across the country while still maintaining some of the amenities of home decide to take the plunge and purchase a recreational vehicle. RVs allow their owners to spend extended periods of time on the road. And while that is great for sightseeing purpose...

In the very near future, the mild, cool weather of fall will give way to the rather blustery and cold conditions of winter that Rhode Islanders know to expect every year. And while many motorcyclists choose to put their machines in mothballs until the warm weather returns, some prefer to keep rid...

Being involved in a car accident can upset your life in so many ways. From the moment of impact to the time when settlement issues are all finally resolved, you will be faced with many challenges. These challenges increase with the magnitude of the accident. The best-case scenario for a collision...

Fall is a great time to engage in outdoor activities. Whether you like bike riding, playing sports or just walking about, the cool weather can allow you to really enjoy the day. Many towns and cities may have special events scheduled that take advantage of the mild temperatures. When such gatheri...

Most of us are able to avoid accidents because we have the gifts of sight and hearing. If we step off the curb, only to see or hear a vehicle speeding in our direction that appears to have no intention of stopping, we have the ability to react and try to get out of the way. However, for those who...

As the weather cools and with winter still in the distance, this may be a good time to take a voyage in a recreational vehicle. Traveling by RV can be a great way to see the sites. Plus, given the amenities that are typically standard for these vehicles, it is easy to camp and rest at your conven...

It can be a complete joy to ride on a motorcycle in the northeastern states, especially as the weather is cooling, and the leaves on the trees are changing color. But the fact is that motorcycles do not provide riders with the same level of physical protection that is afforded by automobiles. Whe...

Even with all of the modes of transportation available, such as cars, cabs and buses, much of the time the best way to get around is under the power of one's own feet. Walking can provide good exercise, freedom from having to find a parking spot and the ability to be at one with the great outdoor...

As we move into fall, the night will be arriving earlier and earlier. Very soon, we will spend much more of our time behind the wheel in darkness. As this yearly change takes hold, it is a good time to go over a few of the steps we can employ to stay safe as we drive during the nighttime hours. W...

It is back to school time, and the streets and sidewalks will now see an uptick in foot traffic. Specifically, there will be many more little pedestrians who motorists must keep a look out for in the mornings and afternoons. Motor vehicle traffic can be especially dangerous for younger pedestrian...

When truck accidents occur the event data recorder (EDR) is one of the most useful tools available to help crash investigators gather valuable information that in many instances could not otherwise be collected. The event data recorder or "black box" is a device that records information from the ...

Many recreational vehicles are so large that they are basically small houses on wheels. In order to operate a vehicle of such size, a driver must be skilled and careful. Drivers should never operate an RV while under the influence of alcohol. Recently in Minnesota, a 35-year-old man lost his life...

Workers' compensation benefits applies to injured hospital workers as it does to all work related injuries. Working in a hospital presents a high risk of injury for its workers. A study done in 2011 indicated that working in a hospital caused its workers to suffer injuries and illnesses resulting...

Massachusetts and Rhode Island motorcyclists are likely aware of the maneuvering necessary to avoid collisions with distracted or discourteous drivers. The fact is you ride a motorcycle as much with your head as you do your body, meaning that in order to avoid accidents, you must always be mental...

For many people, riding a bicycle is a favored means of transportation. Bicycle riders can reap many benefits, including getting exercise and not having to deal with the hassle of finding a parking space. But as bicyclists are likely well aware, you have to be on your guard at all times when ridi...

A traumatic brain injury can change the way people feel or think causing behavioral changes as well as emotional difficulties. Common behavior changes can include: Frustration Impulsivity Less effective social skills Impaired self-awareness Temper outburst and irritability People suff...

In truck accidents an underride crash can occur when the smaller passenger vehicle goes underneath the higher commercial truck causing the hood of the smaller vehicle to go under the larger truck and smash or destroy its windshield. In these truck accidents, when the front of the smaller passenge...

In truck accidents load securement may explain why the crash happened, and who is to blame. In truck accidents when a tractor trailer rolls over onto a smaller passenger vehicle crushing the smaller passenger it must be examined if the tractor trailer rolled over because the cargo in the trailer ...

If you should ever have the misfortune of being in a car accident, hopefully, it will be no more than a minor fender bender. But almost any accident can cause your body to suffer some degree of trauma. Of course, a high-impact crash could leave a victim with very serious and obvious injuries such...