If you have been injured in a car accident that was caused by another driver’s negligence, you may be eligible to receive compensation by filing a car accident claim. Calculating a fair settlement amount can be complicated, as many factors are considered when determining the value of a car accident injury claim. Here is an…
Operating a boat while intoxicated is extremely dangerous and can easily lead to fatal boating accidents. Drinking alcohol impairs judgment, reaction time, balance and coordination – all skills critical for safely navigating a boat. When someone chooses to boat while drunk, they put themselves, their passengers, and other people out on the water at tremendous…
Being hit by a vehicle as a pedestrian can be a traumatic and life-altering experience. If you have been struck by a car or truck while walking, you likely have many questions about your legal rights and options. This article provides an overview of the legal recourse available after being hit as a pedestrian. Seek…
PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is a mental health condition that can impact people after witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event. A serious auto accident is an example of such a traumatic event. PTSD can leave victims feeling powerless because of intrusive thoughts, negative mood changes, and hyperarousal. Below, we offer insights on how to deal…
Car accidents can cause all kinds of emotional and physical injuries, but when a car accident causes a fatality and the victim is your spouse, it can be almost too much to cope with. Dealing with a sudden and unexpected loss is devastating to the spouse left behind. Picturing yourself as a widow isn’t something…
Capsizing is among the most common accidents to happen on a boat, and it’s the leading cause of fatalities that involve small boats. After all, being plunged into the water following capsizing, people are more susceptible to drowning because of currents, objects under the water, or sheer panic. According to U.S. Coast Guard data, there…
When you read a blog post with the title “How Dangerous are Golf Carts?”, you’d be forgiven for thinking, “Surely not that dangerous”. After all, they’re designed to take people and gear across a golf course. However, according to federal law, golf carts can be modified to become street-legal, which means they’re just as at…
Rideshare services like Lyft have become incredibly popular, and many people are becoming part-time or full-time drivers for an extra source of income. More cars and rides mean more accidents, and determining liability in accidents involving rideshare vehicles from Lyft or other services like Uber can be complicated. There are a few steps you should…
The alarming rise in bull breed dog attacks in recent years has been dominating the news for months. There have been bite incidents concerning both children and adults, and when a Pitbull type breed is involved, they are often serious or even fatal. So, what makes this category of dog so dangerous when they bite?…
Ubers have become increasingly popular over the past few years, giving people an easy and cost-effective way to get from Point A to Point B without having to purchase a vehicle themselves or rely on public transportation. Even if you own a car, there are still many instances where taking an Uber makes more sense…
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