As a young paramedic back in the 1980’s I quickly learned how devastating automobile collisions are. The human body simply doesn’t hold up well given the dynamics of a high-speed impact. Back in those days seat belt use across the country...

In the northern climates, motorcycles stored for months during the winter, once again start to appear in the spring. These "steel horses" create risks for their drivers, and those who make a living by sharing the road with motorcycles. Although moto...

What do you think of when you read or hear this phrase? Some of us may recall how rapper and music producer Eminem kicked off one of his most iconic raps with it (“May I have your attention please? May I have your attention please?”). Oth...

(Portland, ME) – The MEMIC Group Board of Directors has authorized distribution of a $17 million dividend to more than 14,000 eligible employers. The 2022 MEMIC dividend brings the total amount of capital and dividend declarations for Maine pol...

I lay on the cold, snowy parking lot next to my vehicle, my right shoulder throbbing where it hit the doorframe as I fell. My left knee is starting to hurt, and the voice in my head says, “You knew it was going to be slippery.” Along with...

This is a MEMIC Winter Weather alert requesting that policyholders in the Northeast heavily sand and salt all sidewalks, pathways, stairs, and parking lots. These are locations most often cited in winter slip-and-fall injuries. Additionally, everyone...

Many hazards can be encountered on a winter commute. Slippery roads, frosted windows, drivers who don’t properly clean off their vehicle, snow removal equipment among the most notable. The first three can be managed with some planning and preve...

As a safety management consultant, the prize is always injury prevention. No one wants to be hurt, and no one tries to be hurt. Yet this year there will be millions of people hurt at work, while driving, or while doing everyday household tasks. ...