Top 5 Tips for Avoiding a Car Accident by Flat Tire
A tire blowout by a severely damaged flat tire is one of the top causes of car accidents, particularly on the freeway where people are driving at high speeds. The main danger with a flat tire is that it loses all air pressure and causes a driver to lose control.
A car accident lawyer can help to assess your flat tire accident and help you to secure the settlement you deserve.
Causes of Major Tire Blowouts
Read MoreTop Tips to Avoid a Summer Bicycle Accident
The warm weather has arrived in many parts of the country and that means more bicyclists out on the road. In general, bicycle riding is up- According to the U.S. Census Bureau, from 2000 to 2012, the number of Americans traveling to work by bicycle increased from 488,000 to about 786,000. With more bicyclists out on the road, comes the risk of more accidents; while passenger vehicle deaths decreased in 2012 from 2011, bicyclist fatalities increased from 682 to 726 and injuries increased from 48,000 to 49,000. More bicyclist fatalities occur during the summer months of July through September since the warmer weather brings out more riders.
Read MoreTop 8 Driver Tips for Motorcycle Safety
For motorcyclists, the biggest danger on the road is drivers of cars and trucks. Thousands of motorcycle accidents happen every year; 4,957 motorcyclists were killed in 2012 – a 7 percent increase from 2011. Many motorcycle accidents could be avoided if drivers knew how to look out for motorcyclists and drive with them harmoniously.
Top 8 driver tips for motorcycle safety
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injury Symptoms
Traumatic brain injury sounds scary, and it can be depending on the level of its severity. It is important to note that some people experience signs or symptoms right after a traumatic event, while in other cases, symptoms don’t appear until days or weeks later. The Mayo Clinic has put together a list of physical, sensory, and cognitive symptoms of traumatic brain injuries based on their level of severity.
Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms by Severity
Mild traumatic brain injury
Read MoreFood Storage Safety Tips
Anyone who has experienced food poisoning knows that it’s no fun. Learning some basic food handling and food storage safety skills can help to prevent a kitchen accident. If you were the victim of food poisoning, you may want to seek the services of a personal injury lawyer.
Food Storage Safety Tips
Wash Thoroughly
Dangerous bacteria can live and be spread around your kitchen if surfaces are not washed correctly. Proper washing methods:
Read MoreTop 10 Boating Safety Tips
Operating a boat is like driving a car; it can be fun but there are also safety risks. Being prepared before heading out on the water is your best bet to avoid a boating accident. These boating safety tips will help to prepare you for a great trip. If you or a loved one has been involved in a boating accident, contact a personal injury lawyer right away to understand your rights.
Top 10 Boating Safety Tips
Read MoreBBQ Accident Statistics
Most people own a cooking grill of some kind; it is a great way to make delicious meal but also means that many households have a great risk for a BBQ accident. Home fires and thermal burns are two common risks associated with barbecues. On average, 8,800 home fires occur in the United States each year as a result of grilling; almost half of all grilling injuries are caused by thermal burns. Half of all people grill year round but the month of July is the peak for grill fires, followed by May, June, and August.
Read MoreLake Swimming Safety Tips!
It’s almost swimming season in the Pacific Northwest but you should know that lake swimming is different than swimming in a swimming pool. The unknown factors of swimming in a lake can get people into trouble. These factors include water depth which can change from area to area; water temperature which can vary depending on the amount of glacier runoff that year; the type of lake bottom such as sandy or full of reeds; and who you are sharing the lake with that day such as boaters and water skiers. Watch for safety signs or instructions and use these lake swimming safety tips to help keep you safe!
Lake Swimming Safety Tips
Read MoreMoving Day Safety Tips
Moving day is both exciting and stressful. There will likely be lots of heavy and fragile items moving around and these can cause injury if not moved correctly. Use these moving day safety tips to avoid an accident on your big day. If you or a loved one was injured helping someone move you may want to seek the services of a personal injury lawyer.
Moving Day Safety Tips
Read MoreFishing Boat Accidents
Fishing boat accidents account for many of the serious and fatal water injuries endured each year. In fact, per the U.S. Coast Guard there were nearly 5,000 recreational fishing boat accidents in the United States in 2008. These accidents caused more than 700 deaths, 3,000 injuries and $54 million in property damage. Boats loaded incorrectly are a common cause of fishing boat accidents; it can lead to capsizing and people falling in the water. Fishermen should heed the posted recommendation for weight of cargo and passengers that is posted on their boat; many fishing boat accidents are caused by overloading. Compounding the problem is that so few fishermen wear lifejackets; these safety devices can reduce some of the risk of falling overboard.