When a driver is in an accident with another car, his or her first thought it usually to check to make sure everyone in the vehicle is okay and then to exchange information with the other driver. This may include a phone number or email address, vehicle descriptions...
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Pedestrian struck by car while walking his dog on sidewalk
It is very important that both pedestrians and the vehicles driving on the roads pay attention while pedestrians are crossing the streets in order to avoid pedestrian accidents. Drivers must yield to pedestrians when they have the right-of-way and pedestrians must...
Expert witnesses in medical malpractice cases
In many ways, medical malpractice cases are like typical personal injury lawsuits. In others, they are very different. One of the key differences is the role of expert witnesses. In this post, we will discuss the role of expert witnesses in medical malpractice cases....
What are the leading causes of car accidents?
It can be easy to go into auto-pilot mode while driving especially if drivers are driving a route that they may drive multiple times a week. However, even on familiar routes, unexpected things can occur and they can be involved in a car accident. While they certainly...
Construction workers may face worksite electrical hazards
Construction workers have a very important job, but it can also be a dangerous one. Every modern structure requires electricity but its hazards may be overlooked. Most electrical accidents happen because of unsafe equipment or installation, an unsafe environment or...
Medical mistakes can cause serious injuries
A patient visits the doctor to feel better and never expects that he or she could be hurt. However, that is exactly what can happen if the patient is a victim of a medical mistake. Statistics indicate that thousands of patients are injured or die each year because of...
Traumatic brain injuries are a risk during serious automobile accidents
The human brain controls the processes that sustain life throughout the rest of the body. When the brain suffers an injury, the fallout to the victim can be widespread and can impact them in many different ways, including but not limited to motor control,...
Understanding pedestrian right-of-way laws
People may drive, use a ride-sharing service, take a bus, ride the subway or they may just walk to where they need to go. However, even when people use other forms of transportation, they typically still need to walk from their car, the bus or subway to get to their...
Common causes of airplane accidents
Traveling by airplane is usually safe, but accidents can happen and when they do, passengers can be seriously injured. Whether the plane is commercial or private, there are common factors that can increase the risk of an accident. Pilot error and mechanical failure...
These anesthesia errors could harm a patient severely
Millions of Americans are subjected to anesthesia each year in order to perform surgical operations. While most of these procedures are completed without issue, a significant number of them result in some sort of medical error that can have serious ramifications for...
