Injuries sustained in a car accident can debilitate you and interfere with your long-term comfort and well-being. Some injuries may worsen, especially if not properly addressed in a timely manner. An alarming statistic shared by U.S. News reports that car accidents...
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Does speeding affect the severity of a car crash?
If you become involved in a motor vehicle crash at high speeds, you could face hardships that permanently impact your life. In fact, data shows that high-speed traffic collisions are especially likely to result in significant consequences. In the wake of a...
Slip and fall injuries in nursing homes
In an ideal situation, nursing homes provide security and safety for your elderly loved one and peace of mind for you. Unfortunately, facilities do not always fulfill their duty of care. Older people are at high risk for slip and fall injuries, and this risk increases...
What are some common factors for large vehicle accidents?
While some roadway accidents involving more than one vehicle can result in serious injuries for drivers and passengers alike, few are as destructive as those that include large trucks. The National Safety Council reports that such accidents ended the lives of nearly...
Teen drivers, teen passengers a deadly combination
Each year, teen-involved car crashes increase across Kentucky during the summertime, when most teenagers are out of the classroom and out having fun. Many factors contribute to fatal and nonfatal crashes involving teenage drivers, and one factor that carries...
How long does it take to heal from a back injury?
Back injuries can happen to any worker at any time. On top of that, back pain is such a common issue that it is actually the top reason for workers calling out from their jobs across the globe. To that end, it is important to understand how back injuries work and why...
What may families do if a nursing home neglects a loved one?
When visiting a nursing home or residential care facility, visible signs may reveal whether the staff has neglected a loved one’s needs. As reported by WHAS-TV, an investigation of Kentucky nursing homes uncovered several in violation of federal requirements. Employee...
Questions worth asking before hiring a security guard
We live in a world where safety is never a guarantee. Even in the office, we are not immune from individuals with ill intent. It is incumbent on employers to reduce the odds of intruders harming workers. Hiring an onsite security service is part of the solution. Ask...
Is it rude to sit in the back of a rideshare vehicle?
If you use Uber, Lyft or another rideshare service, you undoubtedly love the convenience that comes with having someone else drive. Still, because private individuals own these vehicles, it is not uncommon to have some awkward interactions. You should not worry about...
How can a lawyer help me after an accident?
A person does not think about compensation right after getting an injury. Still, the thought does pop up when the time to pay the medical bills arrives. If you have been hurt in an accident, you can ask for damages if a person’s negligence caused your injuries....
