May 8, 2021 Leading Causes of Deaths in the United States According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the leading causes of deaths in the United States are heart disease, cancer, accidents (like car accidents and medical mistakes), chronic lower respiratory diseases, and stroke. In 2019, more than 1.7 million Americans died from a leading cause of death. While the numbers are tragic, … Read More »
May 7, 2021 Who is Liable if Minors Get Hurt? Each year, accidents injure thousands of children seriously enough to require a visit to the hospital emergency room. Studies indicate that the majority of pediatric personal injuries are due to falls or being struck by objects. Fortunately, most children are treated and released because their injuries are minor. Others suffer serious complications or lasting disability, … Read More »
May 5, 2021 Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month This May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. With the warmer weather already here, more and more motorcyclists are popping up on roadways across the country. Although motorcycles account for only 3% of all registered vehicles in the U.S., more than 5,100 riders and passengers are killed in deadly accidents each year. In order to … Read More »
April 28, 2021 Legal Responsibility in Automated Vehicle Crashes Self-driving vehicles, also known as automated or driverless cars, are becoming more commonplace. With their increasing popularity and growing numbers comes several questions about who and/or what, exactly, is responsible when a car accident happens. In light of the recent deadly Tesla crash that took place near Houston, Texas, many people are wondering if the … Read More »
April 22, 2021 National Work Zone Awareness Week: April 26-30 More than 27,000 Americans died in work zones nationwide during a 35-year period, according to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). In 2019 alone, 842 workers, pedestrians, and drivers were fatally injured in work zone automobile crashes. No matter how experienced a driver may be, driving through a work zone is hazardous. In order to help … Read More »
April 15, 2021 What is the Five-Star Rating System for Nursing Homes? The five-star rating system for nursing homes was introduced by the U.S. government in 2009 to help families find high-quality nursing home care for their elderly loved ones. However, placing a loved one in a five-star rated facility does not guarantee they will be safe from nursing home negligence. Studies have revealed flaws in the five-star … Read More »
April 6, 2021 What Risks are Faced by Road Maintenance Crews? Road maintenance crews employed by state and local agencies continually face risks of being struck by passing motorists, resulting in serious personal injury that is sometimes fatal. Everyone who travels by car or truck depends on the services provided by road crews to keep highways safe. To avoid car accidents, drivers should exercise patience and … Read More »
April 1, 2021 How Dangerous are Falls from Lower Heights? It is well known that roofers, construction workers, and other employees who perform tasks at high heights risk serious personal injuries from falling. However, falls from lower heights can be extremely dangerous as well, resulting in painful medical conditions that may prevent workers from earning a living in their chosen profession. Defective or unsafe stairways, … Read More »
March 23, 2021 What Happens When Bad Roadways Cause Accidents? Every motorist knows how aggravating it can be to drive on a road filled with potholes. However, bad roadways can be more than just a minor annoyance. Potholes and other road hazards may kick off a chain of events that lead to a serious car accident. When bad roadways cause accidents, injured drivers or passengers … Read More »
