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How To Stop Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents on the road, leading to thousands of injuries and deaths every year. Despite the widespread knowledge of its dangers, many drivers still engage in activities that take their attention away from the road. This article will explore the most common distractions while driving and provide concrete steps to help you stay focused and avoid these dangerous behaviors. Common Distractions While Driving Using Your Phone and Texting Why It's Dangerous: Texting and driving is one of the most common forms of distracted driving. Sending texts, calling...
How To Stop Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents on the road, leading to thousands of injuries and deaths every year. Despite the widespread knowledge of its dangers, many drivers still engage in activities that take their attention away from the...
Can You Sue an Amusement Park for Your Injuries?
An amusement park is a place for fun and excitement. These parks are made with the sole purpose of providing safe thrills for your friends and family, but what happens if tragedy strikes. In an instant a day of fun can turn into a nightmare if you...
Can You Pursue a Personal Injury Case Over Food Poisoning from a Restaurant
Food poisoning can be an unpleasant and sometimes serious ordeal. If you believe that you've been a victim of food poisoning due to the negligence of a restaurant, you might wonder if you can pursue a personal injury case. The short answer is yes,...
Workers’ Compensation Vs. Personal Injury Claims
The average American spends nearly 90,000 hours of their life in the workplace. With how much time that we spend in our workplace we have the right to feel safe. However, workplace injuries are still very common. An injury in the workplace can be...
Why Does Being a Witness Matter for a Car Accident?
When a personal injury claim is started the question of who is responsible for the accident is always at the forefront, and if there is no footage of the accident scene then the claim can turn into a he said she said situation. This can be remedied...
Am I Able to Sue a Business Even if I Signed a Waiver?
Whether you are playing a sport, throwing axes, joining a gym, or attending certain events you may be asked to sign a waiver. These waivers, often seen as a form or agreement that you sign before you can have fun, carry significant legal...
What to Do Immediately After a Car Accident
A car accident is something that you are never expecting to happen. Car accidents almost always take a driver by surprise and can cause immediate shock and be overwhelming. While nobody wants to be in a car accident it is best to be prepared for...
What Are the Long Term Side Effects of a Traumatic Brain Injury?
A Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is one of the most severe injuries that anyone can endure, affecting millions of people each year. Of all the injuries that you can endure, injuries to the brain are the most likely to result in death or permanent...
The Most Common Causes of Wrongful Death
Wrongful deaths are something that no family should have to endure. When someone's death is caused by negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions of another party it can leave their family and friends...
Semi Truck Accidents and the Long Term Life Altering Side Effects
In the world of vehicle accidents, no accident is quite as devastating as a semi truck accident. The sheer size and weight of these massive vehicles when met with an average car can result in serious injuries and sometimes even death. The immediate...
Fact vs. Fiction: The Realities of Bike Accidents
Getting into a bike accident can result in serious, often life changing, injuries. These accidents can change every aspect of your life and can pose complex legal challenges, leading to a myriad of misconceptions regarding bike accidents. Our Utah...
Why are Medical Records Important in an Injury Case?
Whether you have slipped and fell, got into a car accident, or were injured by the negligence of someone else you may have a personal injury case. When you have suffered an injury due to an accident, the aftermath and changes of your life can be...
What You Can do to Stay Safe While Driving in Bad Weather
Utah, it's a state of breathtaking scenery and beautiful seasons, but with it’s beauty also comes unique challenges due to Utah's diverse weather conditions. From snow covered mountains to scorching hot deserts, a driver in Utah must be prepared...
How is Liability Determined in a Multi-Car Accident?
A car accident is an incredibly stressful affair. You have to figure out who is at fault for the accident, what to do with your car, and take care of any injuries you have received. This confusion only amplifies if you are a part of a multi-car...
What Recent Statistics Mean for Bike Safety
Ever since the covid 19 pandemic affected all of our lives in March of 2020 things have not been the same. Many Americans made big changes in their lives to not take what was once everyday life for granted, and one way they are savoring their...
What Changes When You Get Into a Car Accident With an Out-of-State Driver?
There are few things more stressful than getting into a car accident. A car crash can leave you feeling confused, injured, without a car, and not sure what to do next. This stress only doubles when the driver who crashed into you is from out of...
What Can You do to Preserve Evidence and Establish Fault in a Bike Accident?
When you ride a bike you feel a sense of freedom that can’t be achieved in a car. You are able to feel the wind in your hair and feel less tethered to the road than you would in any other vehicle. While a bike offers a unique freedom, it can also...
How a Dash Cam Can Protect You in a Hit-and-Run Accident
Imagine you are driving home late at night after a long day of work. You are driving through a green light when all of the sudden someone making a left hand turn sideswipes your vehicle. In the aftermath of the accident you are stressed out and...
What Can I Do to Drive Safely in a Construction Zone?
Whether you are traveling home from work, taking your kids to school, or going on a road trip you are likely to encounter some form of construction. Road work can cause heavy delays in traffic, detours changing your route, as well as changes in the...
Road Rage or Road Trip? Why Summer Means More Accidents.
The summer vacation season brings a significant increase in traffic on roads and highways across the country. Families embark on road trips, tourists visit popular destinations, and the overall volume of vehicles on the road spikes. This surge in...
Injured While Playing a Sport? What are Your Options?
The summer time is a time for outdoor sports and recreation. Whether you are out on the baseball field hitting a home run, scoring a goal in your soccer match, or acing your serve on the tennis court, participating in sports is a great way to stay...
Going on a Road Trip? Try to Avoid These 5 Mistakes Drivers Make!
A road trip here in the U.S is almost a right of passage. Being able to travel from state to state over long distances allows you freedom to explore new places and create unforgettable memories. However, a road trip can come with its own unique set...
Can I Pursue a Personal Injury Claim for Playground Injuries
Playgrounds are designed to be places of joy and fun for children, offering an environment where they can play, explore, and develop physical skills. However, they can also be sites where accidents and injuries occur. When a child is injured on a...
Can You Pursue Damages from Faulty Software or a Product Defect in EVs?
The world of transportation is always changing and innovating, with the latest most groundbreaking innovations being electric vehicles (EVs). These vehicles are at the forefront of innovation, offering sustainable and efficient alternatives to our...
The Shocking Truth: Why Electric Cars Pose Unique Crash Risks
In the last three years the electric car industry has boomed. In 2020, 300,000 electric vehicles (EVs) were sold, and in 2023 over 1.6 million EVs were sold. EVs offer numerous benefits to you, and to our planet, including reduced carbon emissions...
Who is Liable in a Boating Accident?
Boating is a popular recreational activity, offering a sense of freedom and adventure. However, it also comes with inherent risks. Boating accidents can result in severe injuries, property damage, and even fatalities. Understanding liability and...
How to Stay Safe at a Concert or a Festival
Concerts and festivals are a great way to go out and experience live music, culture, and art with fellow fans and loads of people. However, these gatherings also come with inherent risks, and serious injuries can occur. As we enter into the summer...
Tips for a Safe Commute
Your commute to and from work can often be the most stressful and challenging part of your day, especially in a busy urban environment where cars and bicycles share the road. Ensuring your safety is crucial, not only to avoid accidents but to have...
How Social Media Can Change Your Injury Case
In the digital age, social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok are integral to our daily life. Whether it is sharing posts with your friends or chatting with your family, these apps are a part of our day to day routine....
In a Car Accident, What Damages are Covered?
When involved in a car accident, the physical and emotional aftermath can be overwhelming. Knowing your legal rights and the types of damages you can recover can significantly ease this burden. This article aims to outline the various kinds of...
How Can You Avoid a Left-Hand Turn Accident?
When you are at an intersection a left hand turn might seem like a simple maneuver. However a left hand turn can lead to one of the most dangerous types of car accidents. An accident caused by a left hand turncan lead to severe injuries and complex...
Passenger in a Car Accident? Do You Know Your Rights?
Riding as a passenger in a car can be quite relaxing, you don't have to focus on the road and for the most part you can just sit back and enjoy the ride. This can all change the moment you are involved in a car accident. Typically, as a driver if...
The Five Most Common Causes of Car Accidents
Car accidents are one of the leading causes of injury and death worldwide. Understanding the most common causes of these accidents is crucial for prevention and safety. As a personal injury law firm, we are committed to not only helping clients...
Hit by an Uninsured Driver? Here’s What You Need to Know
Being involved in a car accident is stressful enough. But what happens when the at-fault driver does not have insurance? You might be surprised to learn that you may still have options to recover compensation for your injuries and damage to your...
7 Tips on How To Drive Safely with Semi Trucks
Whether you are traveling on a freeway or a surface street, driving alongside a semi-truck is essentially an everyday occurrence, yet it poses unique challenges and risks. Semi-trucks, also known as tractor-trailers, are extremely large vehicles...
The Importance of Video In Personal Injury Claims
Whether you have been injured in a car accident, bike accident, slip and fall, or a dog bite evidence will always be crucial to your case. In an injury claim an insurance company will try their hardest to look for any reason to not pay for your...
How is Liability Determined for a Dog Bite?
Dogs, mans best friend and one of the most common pets to have in your household. With over 65 million people in the U.S owning a dog it is safe to say that we love our furry friends, which is what makes a dog attack even more heart breaking....
How to Deal With an Aggressive Driver
Imagine you are driving home from a long hard day at work, you are listening to the radio and can not wait to get home and relax. All of the sudden, someone cuts into your lane nearly causing an accident. Your first reaction might be to tailgate...
Keeping Your Eyes on the Road: How To Avoid Distracted Driving
Did you know that sending or reading a text while driving takes your eyes off the road for 5 seconds. At 55 mph, that is like driving the length of an entire football field with your eyes closed. Sending a text is one of the main causes of...
Slip and Falls: What Do I Do Next?
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, it is important that you understand your rights and the steps that you can take to ensure that you receive fair compensation for the injuries that you have suffered. A slip and fall case...
Speeding: Deadly Consequences
In our busy day to day lives, driving is one constant that nearly everyone has to deal with. Whether it is a small drive to a grocery store or a long commute from work, the average American spends nearly 60 minutes a day driving. With all of this...
Not-So-Smooth Ride: Unveiling Common Uber Accidents and Your Rights
Taking an Uber or Lyft from place to place has become commonplace, allowing for convenient cost-effective travel nearly anywhere you want to go. With rideshares becoming the go to mode of transportation for a night out it is important to understand...
Can I Sue For a Bike Accident Caused By Defective Parts?
In the past twenty years we have seen a surge in popularity in bicycling as a form of exercise, leisure, and a greener mode of transportation. In fact, bicycling has gone up a whopping 37 percent since 2019. While this rise in a healthy mode of...
Are My Wages Covered If I Miss Work Because of an Injury?
Suffering an injury in an accident can have a profound impact on your life, particularly when it affects your ability to work. For many, the worry is not just about recovering physically but also about the financial strain caused by lost wages....
Can I Seek Compensation For My Emotional Distress After an Accident?
In the realm of personal injury law, physical injuries are often visible and quantifiable. However, the emotional turmoil and psychological impact that comes with these injuries are harder to measure, yet equally significant. Emotional distress...
Do I Need To Hire a Lawyer After an Accident?
After an accident that leads to an injury, you may find yourself navigating through a challenging and complicated period of recovery, financial strain, and legal issues. While you may want to try and keep things simple and pursue a personal injury...
Giving Up the Wheel: When is it Time to Stop Driving?
Driving for many is a symbol of freedom. When you turn sixteen and get your license you are no longer limited to how far your bike can take you, you have the ability to drive anywhere and the world feels like it is at your fingertips. As the years...
The Toll a Car Accident Has On Your Mental Health
A car accident is a violent thing, and the aftermath can leave you in shock. While the recovery process and the next steps you take typically focus on your physical injuries, the logistics of insurance claims, and vehicle repairs. Among this...
Consistent Medical Treatment: Why It Matters
Imagine you are on your way to the grocery store, the sun is shining, your favorite song is playing on the radio, it is a great day. All of the sudden as you are driving through an intersection you are t-boned by a negligent driver who was not...
How Dash Cams Can Transform Your Personal Injury Case
In a car accident, determining fault can be a major factor to your personal injury claim. Determining fault can become a he said she said if there is a lack of evidence, and oftentimes a police officer might make their decision of liability based...
Preventing Dog Bites: How to Navigate an Aggressive Dog
In our day-to-day lives, interactions with dogs are almost inevitable. With over 62 million dogs in the country and 1.4 million as pets, dogs are widely cherished as loyal companions. However, certain situations may lead a dog to aggressive...