During your initial consultation with an auto accident lawyer, you should expect the attorney to ask most of the questions, as they need to find out if you have grounds for a claim and decide whether they will take on your case. However, it is just as important that you ask your prospective attorney questions …
Common Truck Wreck Scenarios in Birmingham
Due to their size and weight, a crash with a truck is likely to end with serious injuries or fatalities. Although 18-wheelers are now manufactured with advanced safety features, truck accidents continue to cause an alarming number of traffic deaths every year. According to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, more than 4,100 people died …
What Are the Top 5 Reasons for Drug Recalls?
Pharmaceuticals undergo rigorous testing before they enter the consumer market. Once they receive approval and are in use, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) continues to monitor them. In certain situations, the FDA or medication manufacturer will recall a medication due to health concerns, mislabeling, contamination, mixups, and manufacturing defects. Unfortunately, some patients learn …
Teen Driver Cited after Allegedly Causing Two-Vehicle Crash That Injured an LCPD
A Lake Charles police officer suffered minor injuries in a two-vehicle crash that caused his vehicle to roll several times. According to KPLC, the accident happened on La. 397 close to the Cameron/Chloe exit. The victim, Corporal Gary Benoit, was trapped inside his LCPD 2014 Dodge Charger after the collision but was eventually removed. The …
What Evidence do I Need to Make a Motorcycle Accident Injury Claim?
Every motorcycle accident is a nerve-racking experience, but collisions that cause severe injuries are particularly traumatic. If you are injured in a motorcycle crash, it is important that you remain calm and think clearly. Your actions and statements at the accident scene will influence your ability to recover fair compensation for medical bills, lost income …
What Are the 5 Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accident Injuries?
A motorcycle accident can happen at any time. All it takes is one distracted driver or rogue pothole to cause a serious wreck. There are, however, certain scenarios in which these crashes are particularly common. Motorcycle riders can reduce their risk of injuries and death by learning how to adjust their behavior in dangerous situations. …
How to Avoid Motorcycle Accidents When Riding in Heavy Traffic
Potholes, impaired drivers, poor weather – motorcyclists face countless hazards when they hit the road. One of the best ways to reduce your risk of crashing is to adjust your behavior to the riding conditions. Congested traffic can be a killer for bikers. Impatient drivers tend to behave recklessly to stay on schedule. Motorists who …
What Should I Do Immediately After a Motorcycle Crash?
The scene of a motorcycle accident is usually rife with panic. The shock and adrenaline can make it impossible to think clearly; however, it is important to remember that your statements and actions will affect your ability to recover fair compensation for medical bills, lost income and other damages. A small mistake, such as unknowingly …
Handle With Care: Motorcycle Collision Aftermath
A motorcycle accident can have far-reaching effects on your career, relationships and enjoyment in life. Even with the appropriate safety gear, severe injuries are likely if you impact the pavement or another vehicle. Although no amount of money can undo the pain or hardship of a serious collision, making a successful injury claim may help …
Read This Article Before You Purchase a Motorcycle Helmet
Since the 1800s, the motorcycle has been a symbol of a free-spirited lifestyle. In the United States, millions of riders have embraced the rush that these two-wheeled vehicles offer. However, part of that excitement is the inherent dangers that come with riding. According to the Insurance Information Institute, motorcycle accidents are far more likely cause …
Read This before Riding a New Motorcycle
Buying a new motorcycle is exciting, but before you hop in the saddle, it is important that you take steps to avoid legal problems, insurance issues and – perhaps most important – injuries if a crash happens. These five steps are particularly important: Conduct a thorough inspection Buy insurance Register your new motorcycle Buy the …
Do You Ride Your Motorcycle in the Rain?
It’s no secret that riding a motorcycle offers a rush that no other vehicle can match. They are also easier to park and cheaper to maintain than passenger cars. However, these advantages come at a cost: Even a slow-speed motorcycle crash is likely to cause severe injuries. According to the Insurance Information Institute, more than …
5 Ways Motorcycle Passengers Can Help Prevent Accidents
The life of a motorcycle passenger is entirely in the hands of the driver. All it takes is a small mistake to cause an accident, and an impact with the pavement or another vehicle is likely to cause catastrophic injuries. Although passengers do not have direct control over the motorcycle, there are steps they can …
5 Tips for Avoiding Motorcycle Crashes When Riding in a Group
3 Common Risk Factors of Nursing Home Abuse
Elder abuse has become alarmingly common in the United States. Nearly 10 percent of people aged 60 and older have experienced abuse, neglect or exploitation, according to the National Council on Aging. Sadly, only 1 in 14 of these cases gets reported because victims are often too scared or unable to seek help. If Your …
Motorcycle Pre-Ride Checklist: 6 Parts to Inspect before You Hit the Road
It’s no secret that a motorcycle accident is likely to end with serious injuries. Even with the appropriate safety gear, an impact with the pavement or another vehicle can break bones and cause brain trauma. Data from the Insurance Information Institute shows that an accident involving a motorcyclist is more likely to end with …
5 Essential Safety Tips for Inexperienced Motorcycle Riders
It’s no secret that motorcycles offer better gas mileage than passenger vehicles, and they’re certainly more thrilling to drive. However, motorcyclists take a risk every time they hit the road. Even the most cautious riders can fall victim to drunk, distracted and negligent drivers. Despite these dangers, the Insurance Information Institute estimates that 8.4 million …
What Evidence Is Important in a Medical Malpractice Case?
Medical malpractice cases are notoriously difficult to win. Even if the plaintiff was in fact a victim of medical negligence, it is not always easy to prove that negligence occurred. The medical record is a vital piece of evidence in a medical malpractice case; however, this record is often missing important information. Sometimes parts of …
4 Surgical Mistakes that Constitute Medical Malpractice
Surgeons undergo many years of extensive training, and medical advancements have reduced the risk of complications. However, surgeons are only human, and they make mistakes just like anyone else. The reality, though, is that a surgical mistake can have devastating consequences. Common examples of surgical errors include: Leaving a surgical tool inside a patient’s body; …
Serious Truck Accident Near Birmingham
Two people were airlifted to UAB Hospital after a three-vehicle crash involving a log truck. According to The Anniston Star, the accident happened on U.S. 78 just before 7 a.m. The two victims who were airlifted were 22-year-old Trent Jackson and his grandmother, Nell Jackson. Trent Jackson was released from the hospital with a broken …
Man Critically Injured, 18-Wheeler Overturned in Accident on U.S. 71
One man was critically injured after he ran a stop sign and his vehicle was hit by an 18-wheeler. The crash happened just before 7 a.m. on U.S. 71 about 30 minutes north of Lafayette. Although the truck driver was not injured in the crash, his vehicle rolled over and was severely damaged. According to …
Impaired Driving by the Numbers
It’s easy to associate impaired driving with alcohol, but the National Safety Council warns that drugged and drowsy drivers are just as dangerous as those who are drunk. Motorists who drive while impaired put themselves, their passengers and other road users at risk. If you were injured by a drunk, drugged or drowsy driver in …
Montgomery Injury Lawyer Offers 5 Safe-Driving Tips to Protect Children
Children are easily distracted and unpredictable, and many young kids do not know how traffic operates. Sadly, auto accidents cause 1 in 4 unintentional injury deaths to children in the United States. As such, all motorists should know how to adjust their behavior when driving in school zones, residential neighborhoods and other areas with young …
5 Common Causes of Distracted Driving Accidents
Distracted driving is a leading cause of car accidents in the United States. In 2014, more than 3,000 Americans lost their lives in distracted-driving crashes, and 431,000 suffered injuries. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration groups all distractions into three categories: Visual: Any distraction that takes your eyes off the road; Manual: Any distraction that …
4 Steps to Take If You Were a Victim of Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice takes many forms – from surgical errors to birth injuries and misdiagnosis. If you were injured by a negligent doctor, nurse or pharmacist, then you may be entitled to compensation for health-care expenses, lost wages and other damages. If you intend to file a medical malpractice claim, it is important that you contact …
5 Steps to Take after a Slip and Fall Accident
A slip and fall can injure almost any part of your body. Broken bones, internal bleeding, brain trauma – a serious fall can have life-changing consequences. If you slip and injure yourself on a commercial property, your statements and actions in the immediate aftermath of the accident will affect your ability to recover compensation. The …
Slip and Fall Accidents: 3 Preventative Tips
It’s easy to underestimate the damage a fall can cause until you experience one firsthand. A serious fall can cause broken bones, deep lacerations and brain trauma. According to the National Floor Safety Institute, slips and falls account for 1 million emergency room visits each year. Most of these accidents are preventable. They often happen …
1 Dead, 4 Injured After Head-on Collision
One person died and four were injured after a head-on collision in south Lake Charles. According to KPLC, the crash happened at around 12:30 p.m. when Sean Nunez, 37, swerved into oncoming traffic on Gauthier Road. His car struck a Ford pickup that was carrying three occupants. Both vehicles then hit a pedestrian, who was …
Car Accidents and Spinal Injuries – Birmingham Personal Injury
Car accidents are a leading cause of neck and back trauma. Spinal injuries can cost a veritable fortune to treat, and many patients cannot return to work while they recover. Due to exorbitant healthcare bills and lost wages, many accident victims fall into overwhelming debt. Don’t let this happen to you. Learn about some common …
Woman Dies After Being Ejected from Vehicle in Head-on Collision
A 20-year-old woman died after she was ejected from her vehicle in a head-on collision. The deceased, Angelica Matamoros, was driving south on U.S. 61 when her 2002 Toyota Camry swerved into oncoming traffic. According to NOLA, Matamoros’ Camry collided with a 2002 Honda CRV. The impact threw Matamoros from her vehicle, and she died …
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