This summer is becoming the busiest season for travelers across the United States. Now that Coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions are lifting, people are anxious to get back out on the road. According to a Cox Automotive COVID-19 Consumer Impact Study, an overwhelming 65 percent of travelers prefer driving over any other method of transportation, which means[…] Read More
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What are Important Summer Motorcycle Safety Tips?
Come every spring, motorcyclists come out of hibernation and hit the open roads. By the time summer rolls around, these bikes can be seen everywhere. Their loud engines are a harbinger of summer weather, but riders and others who share the roads with them must make safety a priority to prevent serious motorcycle accidents. Once[…] Read More
Which Road Safety Initiatives Reduce Car Accidents?
Traffic fatalities have been on the rise in recent years across the United States, which has federal and local officials very concerned. The National Safety Council (NSC) recently formed Road to Zero Coalition, which aims to eliminate traffic fatalities on U.S. roadways by 2050. The NSC says its ad-hoc coalition has identified three primary areas[…] Read More
Are Swimming Pool Slip and Falls Subject to the Attractive Nuisance Doctrine?
Backyard swimming pools can be a great source of family fun and enjoyment throughout the summer. However, anyone who owns a pool must also understand that backyard pools can be a source of danger, especially if there are children around. Every year in the United States, many people are injured or killed in pool-related incidents.[…] Read More
What are the Dangers of Not Using Turn Signals?
Car manufacturers provide turn signals in all vehicles so drivers can signal their intentions to other motorists. Knowing what other drivers are doing is just one way to stay safe on the road. When another driver fails to use turn signals appropriately, that alone can cause serious car accidents and injuries. Not only is it[…] Read More
What Should I Know About Premises Liability?
Most people do not understand or know about premises liability. However, when someone gets injured on another person’s property, the legal concept of premises liability suddenly enters their vocabulary. When an injury happens after a slip and fall accident, a person may want to simply remove themselves from the situation as quickly as possible. However,[…] Read More
What Causes Outdoor Slip and Fall Accidents?
A slip and fall accident is often embarrassing. In the northeast, the weather can create dangerous situations, such as icy and wet walking paths, that may lead to someone slipping and falling. However, these events are more than just embarrassing, they often cause serious injuries. A slip and fall victim can contact a lawyer for[…] Read More
What Steps Should I Take After a Drunk Driving Collision?
Car accidents are often severe and traumatic for everyone involved. When a car crash happens, those involved are caught by surprise and must regain their bearings to understand what just happened. When it becomes apparent that a drunk driver is to blame for the collision, the reactions can be even more volatile. After being hit[…] Read More
Why Do More Car Accidents Happen in the Summer?
Summer is one of the most dangerous times of the year for motorists. Studies from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) show that drivers are at a higher risk of getting into a car accident in the summer months. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, car accidents increase, especially among teenage drivers. This time[…] Read More
What are Common Slip and Fall Hazards?
Slip and fall accidents are one of the leading causes of serious injuries. People who have a slip and fall accident often suffer from broken bones, torn ligaments and muscles, and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). In many cases, falls are directly caused by poorly maintained properties. There are common slip, trip, and fall hazards to[…] Read More