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Alcohol and Distractions Are Driving Up the Rate of Pedestrian Accidents

As health and environmental concerns peak among the U.S. population, the number of pedestrians on the road continues to rise. Sadly, so does the rate of pedestrian accidents. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) says alcohol and distractions are driving factors in the increase. If you or someone you love has been injured or killed in a pedestrian crash, and alcohol or distracted driving was involved, you may be entitled [...]

admin2017-11-15T09:53:00+00:00November 15, 2017|Pedestrian Accidents|

Liability, Negligence, and Damages – What Truck Accident Victims Need to Know

Statistical estimates indicate that some 70 percent of the freight that is moved and sold throughout the United States is transported by commercial trucks. Sadly, the data also shows that the crashes involving such vehicles rose by 62 percent between 2009 and 2015. That is a total of 95, 000 additional accidents during that time-period. When taking all this into account, it becomes abundantly clear that drivers and other road [...]

admin2017-11-10T09:36:00+00:00November 10, 2017|Truck Accidents|

Study Suggests Tarantula Venom May Help Ease Pain for Burn Injury Victims

The pain experienced by burn injury victims is complex and of serious concern, not just immediately after the injury, but also in the years to come. Sadly, science has struggled with pain management for such victims. Part of this is due to the way that burns affect the body, which is quite different from other types of injuries. Thankfully, a new study now suggests that tarantula venom may hold the [...]

admin2017-11-09T10:42:00+00:00November 9, 2017|Appleton Burn Injury Lawyers|

Preparing Early for Winter Driving Can Reduce Your Risk of an Accident

With fall quickly giving way to winter, many Wisconsin drivers are considering how they can reduce their risk of a car crash. Snow and ice – a common occurrence in this state during the winter months – come together to create hazardous surfaces. The added risk of other drivers, the potential for vehicle malfunctions, and the extreme cold only add further to each driver’s overall risk of an accident. Learn [...]

admin2017-11-01T10:25:00+00:00November 1, 2017|Car Accidents|

Examining the Most Common Auto Accidents and Their Injuries

Car crashes come in all types, severity, and sizes. However, some types of accidents are far more common than others. Learn more about the crashes most commonly experienced by drivers, including the types of injuries that one may sustain, and discover how a seasoned attorney can increase your chances of receiving full and fair compensation. Rear-End Crashes Of all the two-vehicle accidents that occur, rear-end crashes are the most common. [...]

admin2017-10-27T10:16:00+00:00October 27, 2017|Green Bay Auto Crash Attorney|

New Motorcycle Technology Takes Aim at Reducing the Rate of Fatality in Crashes

Of all the vehicle users on the road, motorcyclists have the highest risk of fatality and serious injury during a crash. Unfortunately, they are also far more likely to experience an accident than other road users. Helmets and leather gear offer some form of protection, but they are far from sufficient. Perhaps that is why the technology sector is stepping in to help. Learn more about their potentially game-changing invention [...]

admin2017-10-23T09:44:00+00:00October 23, 2017|Motorcycle Accidents|

Aggressive Infection Control Measures Can Reduce Risk of Morbidity for Burn Injury Victims

The skin is designed to protect the body from viruses, bacteria, and other foreign debris. When a burn occurs, the skin’s ability to protect the body is hindered. Because of this, burn injury victims may experience bacterial or fungal infections while undergoing treatment. Should this occur, their life may be at risk. Discover how an infection could impact the outcome of a burn injury case and learn more about how [...]

admin2017-10-20T09:40:00+00:00October 20, 2017|Appleton Burn Accident Lawyer|

Stem Cell Clinical Trial’s Exciting Results – One Year After Treatment

Of all the injuries that one can sustain in an accident, spinal injuries are some of the worst – and not just because of the risk of partial, total, temporary, or permanent disability. While there are some forms of treatment that may slightly improve a victim’s circumstance, there are no known ways to reverse the damage. Science has been working tirelessly on finding answers, however, and one group is now [...]

admin2017-10-16T09:24:00+00:00October 16, 2017|Spinal Cord Injuries|

Investigation Reveals an Increase in Trucking Accidents Among Older Commercial Drivers

Around 70 percent of all the goods and merchandise sold in the United States are transported by semi-truck – perhaps even more, now that online shopping has become more common. Sadly, there are not enough drivers in the country to operate those trucks, which is why there is now an influx of older drivers. A recent investigation revealed that these older drivers may be driving up the rate of semi [...]

admin2017-10-13T09:14:00+00:00October 13, 2017|Truck Accidents|

Avoiding Accidents at Dangerous Intersections

Statistics indicate that some 60 percent of all accidents occur at intersections. Furthermore, red light running is thought to account for approximately 200, 000 injuries and 800 deaths in 2015. Thankfully, drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists can all reduce their risk of a traffic accident at dangerous intersections. Learn more about crashes at intersections, including your right to pursue compensation if an injury or fatality happens to you or a loved [...]

admin2017-10-09T09:25:00+00:00October 9, 2017|Appleton Car Accident Attorneys|

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