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Fireworks have a long history dating back to 7th century China, where the first fireworks were purportedly invented. Since then, fireworks have become a staple in celebrations throughout the world. On special nights, the sky is often lit with rainbow explosions and massive blasts commemorating festivities.

Sometimes you turn on the news and hear about a lawsuit that's so unbelievable it makes you do a double take. Being in the legal profession, we can tell you that there are many unique and – ahem – interesting cases out there. So we decided to take a look at some of the more odd cases that have existed in recent memory. We're sure you've probably heard – or maybe even seen – some of these headlines in recent years.

Every driver has "the one" – that one road or intersection you dread because it's too congested, too narrow, or too confusing. With Pittsburgh's many one-way streets, hilly topography, and sometimes confusing traffic signs, you may even have "the two" or "the three." For almost 100 years, the city has kept track of which streets are actually the most likely to cause an accident, and below we list which ones made the top five recently and in 1930. Keep reading to see if your "one" made the cut.

Nearly 1.7 million Americans sustain Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) each year. A TBI typically occurs when a powerful blow or jolt to the head disrupts normal brain function. In 2011, our friend and fellow Edgar Snyder & Associates employee, Chris, sustained a traumatic brain injury. He recently sat down to discuss his experience and how aspects of his everyday life have changed since the incident.

We’ve put together a list of some of the most “dad-sasterous” movie characters, as well as the possible, real-world ramifications of their famous film shenanigans.

It’s that time of year again, thrill seekers of all ages are eagerly awaiting the chance to hop on their favorite rides and indulge themselves in a day full of fun and excitement with their friends and family. That’s right, it’s amusement park season! Who doesn’t love to get their adrenaline pumping and childhood nostalgia flowing with a day at the park? While amusement parks are a great opportunity to create lasting memories with your loved ones, they are still very high risk environments. If the proper precautions aren’t taken, a fun day at the park can become a disaster in a matter of seconds. That’s why we’ve come up with some tips to make sure an injury doesn’t spoil you and your family’s day at the park.

Getting kids the right bike and safety gear is only the first step in helping them stay accident-free on their bicycles. It’s also important to review some basic – but important – rules for when they ride their bikes. Not only will it help them make smart bike riding decisions, it will keep drivers aware of what your child is doing on the road.

This time of year, neighborhoods are full of kids on bikes. Whether riding in the driveway or heading to the park, bicycle safety is a must. We've put together some important bicycle safety tips for kids that every parent should know before their child gets on a bike.

There are countless tips and tricks out there to get the most bang for your buck out of your gas mileage, but some of these gas saving techniques skirt the line between economically responsible and dangerously irresponsible to yourself and your fellow drivers.

Whether you're a Pittsburgh native or an inquisitive visitor, you likely agree that the Steel City's roads are pretty confusing to navigate. We thought it'd be interesting to take a look at all Pittsburgh has to offer with its odd array of avenues, overpasses, intersections, bridges, and tunnels.

8 Ways to Drive Safely in a Residential Area | From pedestrians and pets to children at play, use these tips to know what to look out for when you're driving in a neighborhood.

To enjoy the safest and most law-abiding ride, we recommend you familiarize yourself with state-to-state helmet laws. Knowing them will keep you covered and keep your wallet from taking a hit.

Sunshine, the perfect breeze, and a plate piled high with grill-able goodies – it's time to fire up a backyard barbecue. But are you fully acquainted with all the do's and don’ts for your grilling get-together?

Many of the activities that usually accompany this long weekend come with added safety risks. Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest travel weekends of the year, which puts drivers at risk for car accidents. Outdoor cookouts and newly-open pools come with their own set of safety concerns. And with boating and bicycling seasons kicking into high gear—opportunities for injury abound.

According to the Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), registered nurses rank among the top five occupations with the most workplace injuries. These injuries can occur as a single event, but more often than not, the long-term effects of years of repetitive exposure to health risks makes nurses susceptible to a wide range of health conditions. Find out which 7 risk factors make this essential health care profession so hazardous…

Whether you're an avid bicyclist or a casual weekend rider, at some point you might have to consider how to tote your tots along for the ride. With all the concerns about the safety of biking with your child in tow, there's a good chance you have some questions about which option to choose.

Outrageous "promposal" viral videos, extravagant dresses, stretch limousines, and weekend-long post-prom blowouts—modern-day prom in the United States is an iconic high school experience, but has it evolved into a spectacle of excess?

The average American spends 37,935 hours driving a vehicle during their lifetime. Over time, dirt, dust, forgotten fast food containers, and other random items to accumulate. A messy car doesn't just look chaotic, it can create chaos for drivers as well.

Stock photos are meant to appeal to a wide audience, and typically reflect everyday activities—like a family eating dinner, business executives shaking hands, or students in a classroom. However, not all stock photos are so conventional. Through our online research on motorcycle safety, we've come across some pretty crazy depictions of supposedly "normal" activities on a motorcycle. We compiled a few of the most outlandish and dangerous stock photographs, so others could learn from these 7 Crazy Motorcycle Safety Mistakes.

Only 1 in 100 parents believe his or her child binge drinks. But, according to anonymous surveys given to high school students, 1 out of every 6 teens regularly binge drinks. Not sure if your child is drinking? Look for these telltale signs...