Category: Personal Injury
Summer Motorcycle Riding Guide
Summer Motorcycle Riding Guide If you’re like most riders, you probably can’t wait to get out on the open road and enjoy the freedom that comes with motorcycle riding. But before you hit the highway, there are a few things you should keep in mind. Did you know that 97% of motorcycle accidents occur when...
[ Read More ]Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Fact Sheet
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Fact Sheet May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. During this time, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration wants to help vehicle drivers and motorists practice safe riding practices and cooperation. This effort will help lower the number of injuries and fatalities on the highway. Highway Facts An...
[ Read More ]National Safe Boating Week
National Safe Boating Week With over 5,000 boating accidents in the USA per year and weather warming up, it’s time once again to learn about safe boating practices. National Safe Boating Week is May 21-27, brought to you by the National Safe Boating Council and the NOAA. There are plenty of online resources to learn...
[ Read More ]What To Do If You Are Injured By A Distracted Driver
What To Do If You Are Injured By A Distracted Driver Distracted driving can easily lead to an accident. The number of fatalities and injuries caused by these types of accidents is climbing each year. More than 350,000 injuries occur annually from distracted driving accidents. April is distracted driving awareness month promoted by the National...
[ Read More ]Types Of Brain Injuries And Symptoms
Types Of Brain Injuries And Symptoms Traumatic brain injuries affect an estimated 1.5 million people in the United States each year and brain injuries are the leading cause of death and disability among children and young adults. As a result of these brain injuries: 230,000 people are hospitalized and survive. 50,000 people die. 80,000 to...
[ Read More ]March Is National Brain Injury Awareness Month
March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month March brings National Brain Injury Awareness Month. It’s the perfect time to not only learn about brain injuries but also dive into ways to learn how to avoid them. The CDC together with several other health-related groups work to educate people on preventing traumatic brain injuries and provide...
[ Read More ]What Is Pain And Suffering?
What is Pain and Suffering? The legal term “pain and suffering” refers to the mental and physical pain someone experiences during and after an injury from an accident. It can be both physical and emotional, and it may require the opinion of a medical professional as proof in a personal injury lawsuit. The value of...
[ Read More ]Nine Tips For Dealing With Other Driver’s Insurance
Nine Tips For Dealing With Other Driver’s Insurance Dealing with car accident insurance and insurance claims related to an injury accident can be a challenge. Initially, you will need to call your insurance company to file your claim and provide basic information. But, most accident victims are unprepared for the call they will receive from...
[ Read More ]What Do I Do If I am Involved In An Accident In Another State?
What Do I Do If I am Involved In An Accident In Another State? Car accidents are unfortunately not a rare occurrence. These accidents are already stressful and even more so if it happens in a different state. If you’re injured in a car accident in another state, there are a few things you should...
[ Read More ]The Holidays and National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
The Holidays and National Impaired Driving Prevention Month The holiday season is upon us and so is the time for us to celebrate by enjoying each other’s company. December is a month meant to spend with our loved ones and to enjoy all the festivities that follow. However, auto accident lawyers have noticed it is...
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