Short showRules Written in Blood
Discover the tragic and shocking true stories behind the safety regulations and laws that shape our daily lives. From workplace accidents to public scandals, explore how human error led to strict policies and the unexpected consequences that followed. This is the history of the red tape designed to keep us safe.
Latest drops:
Thalidomide: The Drug Regulation
How one doctor's refusal averted a national tragedy.
The Hot Coffee Spill: Tort Reform
How a 'frivolous' lawsuit changed corporate safety.
The Dalkon Shield: Medical Device Regulation
How a flawed IUD led to crucial FDA oversight.
The Cutter Incident: Liability Without Fault
How a polio vaccine disaster redefined corporate risk.
The Station Fire: Nightclub Safety
How one tragedy rewrote fire codes for public venues.
Dog Bites: The Suspended Mail Rule
Why your postal carrier might refuse to deliver.
Abigail's Alliance: The Right to Try
How a lost lawsuit led to a nationwide policy change.
The Northridge Quake: Senate Bill 1953
The disaster that forced hospitals to be disaster-proof.
The Amber Hagerman Case: A Citizen's Alert
How a local tragedy sparked a nationwide lifesaver.
The Donora Smog: The Clean Air Act
How a deadly fog forced the US to regulate its air.