Did you know that, according to the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA), approximately 1.7 million people suffer a brain injury every year in the United States? That alarming number resulted in March becoming Brain Injury Awareness month across the country. What the BIAA hopes to accomplish...
Read MoreBicycle and Automobile Collisions
Even the most careful bicyclist is prone to injuries on the road. While wearing a safety helmet minimizes the risk of head injury, cyclists can also suffer broken bones, burns, and spinal cord injuries in vehicle collisions. Unfortunately, a bicycle offers no protection from the impact...
Read MoreHow Effective are Bicycle Helmets in Preventing Head Injuries?
The unusually warm winter and lack of snowfall might have you taking your bicycle out earlier than usual this year. No matter what time of year you ride your bicycle, it is extremely important that you wear a safety helmet. Unfortunately, many bicyclists do not wear helmets because they lack an appreciation for the...
Read MoreDefective Drugs and Drug Recalls
If a defective prescription drug has the potential to harm consumers, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is the regulatory body that issues a recall notice to the public. The purpose of the recall is to get the drug off the market as quickly as possible. Drug...
Read MoreStudy Sheds Light on Construction Site Fires
A study by the U.S. Fire Administration found that there are approximately 4,800 construction site fires every year in the United States. Each fire causes about $35 million in property loss, according to the study. In addition, arson and open flame cause the majority of...
Read MoreCan I Sue the Government for My Injuries?
If you have suffered injuries at the hands of a government entity or government employee, the process of pursuing a recovery varies significantly from the process of a case involving a private entity. The biggest difference is that your time to pursue a claim, the statute...
Read MoreWhat a Good Personal Injury Attorney Can Do for You
Some people might tell you that you do not need a personal injury attorney if you suffer injuries because of another person’s negligence. However, whether you have been in a car crash or other type of accident, an injury attorney has the skill and experience to do...
Read MoreWhy You Should Consult a Doctor Immediately after a Car Crash
After a car accident, some people might feel minor aches and pains and make the mistake of thinking they got away without any serious injuries. This is the wrong thing to do. Some people who do not feel immediate symptoms find that they wake up a day...
Read MoreWhat is a Hardcore Drunk Driver?
One of our blogs earlier this week discussed “buzzed driving” and .08. However, there is a class of drivers that safety experts refer to as “hardcore” drunk drivers. These are the drivers with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .15 or greater. What separates these drivers from the rest is that they usually...
Read MoreWhat Just a Few Drinks Does to Your Driving Ability
Have you ever thought that just a few drinks would not impair your ability to drive? Many drivers believe that, and they often find themselves charged with a drunken driving offense. According to the National Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), one in three people...
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