2018

The plethora of electronic devices available today include smartphones, portable video game consoles, electronic cigarettes, laptop computers, and countless other gadgets built with lithium ion batteries. These batteries last much longer than standard batteries and are small enough to fit in many portable devices. Despite their convenience, lithium ion-powered devices pose unique risks to...

Many vehicle owners who have the financial flexibility to do so enjoy customizing their vehicles or “converting” them into repurposed vehicles. Converted vehicles can include campers fitted with captain’s chairs, vans equipped with wheelchair ramps, or any other vehicle that includes post-production alterations that change the structural nature of the vehicle. Installing a new...