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Much has been written about texting and driving over the past few years. We all know that it is extremely risky, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently quantified it. Comparisons According to the NHTSA, only 5 seconds of distracted driving is...
Frightening statistics define the continuing problems of dogs attacking and biting people. As with any severe potential risk, information is power. According to a study from the Center for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur annually...
It finally happened. Someone hit you. Now, what? Well, after asking if everyone is OK, call 9-1-1. What you say on this call can affect whether you get help and whether you get a police report written by a police officer. Preparation Before calling 9-1-1, take a...
Young drivers can pose an added hazard on North Dakota’s highways. The inexperience of young drivers often leads them to make unnecessary or dangerous decisions that imperil the lives of other drivers. A recent motor vehicle accident in Rugby demonstrates the risk...
When a consumer is unsatisfied with a product, there are a variety of things they can do. Returning the product for a refund is one. Calling the company to complain, if that is an option, is another. But, now consumers are turning to the internet and social media for help. A news story on WFAA-TV in Dallas/Fort Worth last year…
For most people, when an accident or injury occurs, worries about medical bills, lost wages, or damaged property has to take a backseat to recovery. Many people are unaware of what if any compensation is available to help offset losses and damages suffered when a tragedy strikes. Some of the most common injuries that may be compensable under the law…
For parents, there is nothing more important that the health, well being, and happiness of their children. We nurture, educate, and play with our children to help them grow. But, sometimes the toys of childhood can be unsafe, and many times, life-threatening. A recent Times article blasted toy manufacturer Fisher-Price for their recall of 7 million toddler tricycles featuring Barbie…
Spring has sprung and the warm weather has everything blooming, including the number of auto accidents. What is it about spring that makes people more prone to accidents? The truth is that there are many factors that contribute to higher accident rates during the springtime. Fall time accident rates are similar to spring, although spring is still the highest season.…
Ice and snow during winter mean slippery walkways and parking lots. Anyone who has slipped during cold winter weather knows how easy it is to fall accidentally in the normal course of their daily activities. Injuries can range from a minor slip to serious long-term or permanent injuries. This winter, paramedics, and hospitals have been very busy with slip and…
The death of a family member is heartbreaking. When death is caused by the careless or negligent conduct of another person or by a dangerous or defective product it is a tragedy. No amount of money damages will ever replace a family member, but the death of a father,...