Over the last several years, the adoption of cycling as a form of exercise as well as a viable mode of transportation has grown. This is something that most people would believe is positive for both the health of people who choose to ride a bike and for the...
Personal Injury
Can post-op infections be classified under medical negligence?
For a long time, there have been reports that post-op infections result from medical accidents and mistakes. Their consequences and real magnitude have only gotten recognition recently. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention states that there are about 500,000...
How safe are pedestrians in New York City?
Anyone who has spent even a little time in New York City knows it’s a city where getting through the crowded streets is a challenge. Cars, bicycles, motorcycles, buses, taxis, motorcycles, electric scooters and pedestrians all navigate busy Manhattan roads, making it...
Spinal cord injuries come with considerable costs
Suffering a spinal cord injury is generally a life-changing event in a person's life. If the damage is catastrophic, there is a chance that the person will be paralyzed. Almost one out of every 50 people in this country are paralyzed to some extent. That translates to...
Don’t let one of these car insurance claim mistakes sink you
Filing a car insurance claim after a motor vehicle accident is more challenging than it sounds. In addition to protecting your legal rights, there's a good chance you're also dealing with a variety of injuries. Here are some car insurance claim mistakes to avoid at...
Easy ways to prevent texting and driving, a serious accident
Even with strict laws in place, texting and driving remains a problem in every part of the country. While you don't have any control over other drivers, you can do your part in making the road a safer place for everyone. Here are three simple tips you can follow to...
Should you worry about an indoor slip-and-fall accident?
While most people are never injured in a slip-and-fall accident, this is more common than you may believe. It's imperative to understand the most common causes of indoor slips and falls, as well as the steps you can take to protect yourself. Here are five flooring...
3 tips for maintaining your safety when biking to work
Depending on your profession and where you work, you may find that you're able to commute via bicycle. For many people, this is more efficient than driving their car or taking public transportation. While there are many benefits of biking to work, such as the ability...
Why do pedestrian-vehicle accidents happen?
As a pedestrian, you'll constantly find yourself in close proximity to moving motor vehicles. This holds true when jogging around your community, strolling through the parking lot at the mall or walking to work. Knowing why pedestrian-vehicle accidents happen can help...
These are among the most common causes of car accidents
As a driver, it's important that you never become too comfortable with your surroundings. Instead, you must remain alert at all times. There are many common causes of car accidents, with these five among the most worrisome: Distracted driving: Any form of distracted...