Opioid abuse is on the rise in Wisconsin and has resulted in a 70 percent increase in fatal drug overdoses over the last decade. The impact of this tragedy grows to epic proportions when you consider the many ways that drug users can put others in harm’s way – namely getting behind the wheel of a car while they are intoxicated. Already the state with the highest drugged driving rate [...]
If you have ever experienced anxiety driving behind or next to a semi-truck, there is probably a good reason why. Large, heavy, and intimidating, freight vehicles are capable of causing an accident of catastrophic proportions. Of course, when most people think about the possibility of a large truck accident, they think of a collision. Yet unsecured loads also pose a hazard to other road users – one that can be [...]
Ever since self-driving cars became a reality, drivers and safety advocates have been on the edge of their seat, just waiting for their widespread release. Unfortunately, we may still be a long way off from that actually happening, especially since a study revealed that, mile-for-mile, self-driving cars have an auto accident rate that is higher than conventional, person-driven cars. There is a bright side, however. The following information explains further. [...]
While any spinal cord injury can drastically diminish a victim’s quality of life, those that involve the cervical nerves can be especially devastating. Some of these victims suffer complete paralysis and need around-the-clock care. Others may retain the use of their arms or hands but still need assistance with basic daily living activities, such as getting dressed or moving from their bed to a motorized wheelchair. Thanks to an ongoing [...]
With approximately 1.7 million collisions each year, rear-end crashes are one of the most commonly experienced accidents in the United States. They cause 1, 700 deaths and as many as 500, 000 injuries each year. They can also have a long-lasting impact on the lives of victims. If you have been involved in a rear-end accident, learn how to recognize the signs for some of the most commonly experienced injuries, [...]
An injury on the job can put your family and financial future at risk. In some cases, it may even lead to permanent disability and long-lived pain and suffering. As such, it is only right that you ensure you receive compensation through any and all viable avenues. The problem, unfortunately, is knowing which one to pursue. If you have been injured at work, the following information can help you determine [...]
Over the years, Wisconsin has received a lot of criticism for its lax drunk driving laws – and rightly so considering alcohol-related crashes kill approximately 162 people in Wisconsin each year and injure almost 2, 700 others. A recent revision to criminal penalties, which now makes a fourth DUI a felony charge, has garnered some positive attention but this change may not be sufficient enough to reduce the number of [...]
Children are often thought of as resilient, but the truth is that, just like adults, children can suffer serious and lasting injuries. In fact, one recent study found that traumatic brain injuries (TBI) experienced during childhood may increase the child’s risk for social and psychological problems during adulthood. Though not likely to occur in all children who suffer a TBI, this risk is significant enough that parents should be aware [...]
For a while, Americans were taking their cars everywhere – even to the store just around the corner from their house. Then the obesity issue became an epidemic. Doctors and healthcare professionals pleaded with them to take their health more seriously. Some did. Then more caught on. Fast forward to today and walking has become the “new” way to commute. Unfortunately, not everyone can walk to commute. That means there [...]
Electrocution might seem like an easy situation to avoid, but there are unseen and little known risks everywhere. They come in the form of defective consumer products, such as power tools, hair dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, and dishwashers. Even more concerning is the rate at which these products lead to serious and life-threatening injuries. If you are a consumer and own any electrical appliance, tool, or device know what your risks [...]
