Teaching children bicycle safety is a responsibility all parents and guardians have. Children must be especially careful when riding their bikes on private property to avoid liability issues. However, with the proper knowledge and guidance, children can develop...
Year: 2023
When do most bicycle-car collisions happen?
When riders and drivers are reasonable, most catastrophic bicycle accidents are entirely avoidable. Sadly, though, according to the National Safety Council, 806 riders died during collisions with motor vehicles in 2020. This number is unacceptably high. While...
What happens if someone dies during a personal injury case?
After sustaining severe damage to the body, the victim of a car accident might have his or her life cut short. What happens if someone dies amid a personal injury case? A wrongful death case is similar to a personal injury claim, except that the claimant has died from...
Road conditions that can make a motorcycle accident more likely
Poor road conditions increase the odds of an accident for all motorists, but most vehicles on the road come equipped to handle most common circumstances with ease. While a skilled motorcycle rider can also navigate almost any obstacle by exercising care and caution,...
What harm can a misdiagnosis cause?
Medical malpractice is an umbrella term for various errors made by doctors, nurses, surgeons and other health care professionals. If you have received a misdiagnosis and have doubts about the effectiveness of subsequent treatments, you should seek another opinion...
What should you do after a car accident?
Even the most responsible drivers may find themselves involved in a car accident at some point. This is especially true if you encounter a careless driver on the road, whose actions may create unsafe conditions. No matter what occurs, taking the right steps after a...
Should you find a new doctor?
When it comes to medical care, the quality of your physician can play a major role in your health and wellness. When you feel comfortable with your doctor, you are more likely to speak freely and ask questions, which allows you to be proactive about the care you...
Car crashes, common injuries and the importance of a medical exam
While whiplash is the type of injury that most often results from a car crash, other, more serious injuries are common. Symptoms of an injury are not always evident immediately. A crash victim should see a doctor who will provide a diagnosis, treatment recommendations...
Community bikeability and how to enjoy a safer bicycle ride
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) works toward making communities safer for bicyclists. The NHTSA focuses on providing bicycle safety tips for riders in an effort to help decrease the number of bicycle crashes across the country. Decreasing...
Common surgical malpractice issues
Many aspects of medical care put patients at risk of malpractice on the part of the care provider. One of the most common areas of medical practice at risk of malpractice issues is surgery. Whether you or a loved one experienced a traumatic episode with your surgery,...