Front impact bicycle accidents are the most common and most severe type of bicycle accidents Riding a bicycle is a healthy and convenient way to get around, especially in urban areas where there is a lot of vehicular traffic. While bicyclists can often use bicycle...
Drivers 19 to 24 top the list of worst behaved drivers in the US A common stereotype holds that teens and young adults are bad drivers. As it turns out, this stereotype is based in fact: according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, millennials (drivers age 19...
Avoid these common mistakes to preserve your ability to secure full and fair compensation Although car accidents are a common occurrence, many people don’t know how to react if they are injured in an accident. They may make mistakes that will hurt their ability to...
Learn some of the most important facts about filing a personal injury claim If you’ve been hurt in an accident that was not your fault, it’s important to understand your legal rights and options when it comes to filing a personal injury claim and securing...
Tips for preventing falls from ladders and for taking action if a fall does occur Falls at work are a leading cause of injuries, especially in the wholesale and retail sector. In fact, according to the CDC, work-related falls to a lower level caused 12,500 reported...
Seven workers suffered burn injuries in fire on Louisiana oil rig On October 15, an oil rig located on Lake Pontchartrain near Kenner, Louisiana exploded, leaving seven workers injured and one missing. According to witnesses, the explosion was so loud that the sonic...
Traffic accident deaths increased 5.6 from 2015 to 2016 Last month, the US Department of Transportation released data on fatal traffic accidents in 2016. The data, which was compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), showed a 5.6 percent...
Multiple parties found liable for failing to ensure student crossed the street safely The San Bernardino Superior Court recently ruled on a pedestrian accident injury case involving a young child who was struck by a car while walking to the school bus. The case...
Learn about the tactics insurance companies use to defend against personal injury claims and how to fight back Have you been injured in a car accident that was not your fault? You may assume that you can just let the insurance companies work out the details and then...
Medical liens must be considered when calculating the take-home value of your personal injury settlement Following any kind of personal injury accident, naturally it is very important to get proper medical care. The cost of your medical care will play a key role in...
