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5 Ways to Avoid Driveway Accidents: 1) Watch the children: Always be aware of where the child is, particularly around motor vehicles, lawn equipment, tractors, and agricultural equipment. 2) Don’t let Kids play on or around cars or any kind of vehicle. They could accidentally put the vehicle in gear and harm another child while [...]
Driveways can be hazardous places, especially for children and drivers. According to a report from the National Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), children under the age of four are the most frequent victims back-up or off-road accidents. These are accidents which can and should be avoided. Children of this age comprise a mere six percent of [...]
Safety should be the first and most important concern for any motorcycle rider in Virginia, especially on the crowded roads and streets of Prince William, Manassas, Woodbridge, Fairfax, Warrenton, Arlington and other cities and counties of Northern Virginia. With the rising instances of fatal crashes, every individual riding a bike should have a ready checklist [...]
My good friend and Kentucky accident lawyer, Michael Schafer, just posted this blog about Halloween safety and I thought my readers would find it helpful. “As we look back on our trick-or-treating days I can remember the excitement. It was a magical night that is looked to as one of the most anticipated nights of [...]
I read an interesting article this morning which speaks to the idea of banning all cell phone use by drivers in the Commonwealth of Virginia and strongly recommend the same to all of my readers. It will certainly make you think about the dangers associated with “talking while driving” and draws some valid parallels between [...]
I just finished my reading of Mischelle Davis’ new book, “The Smart Consumer’s Guide to Hiring a Great Lawyer” and am impressed with all of the practical information, which sets the record straight with respect to the best method of finding and evaluating a personal injury lawyer. I strongly encourage any person seeking a personal [...]
In order to avoid being pulled over by the police, you should do just a few simple things, which can help you avoid fines, costs, suspension of your license and even Jail! -Follow the rules of the road: Don’t roll through Stop signs; Don’t try to “beat the light;” Drive the speed limit; and Use [...]
We all know that the Holidays are a time when people tend to drink more than at other times of the year. There are many parties and other gala events at which alcohol is readily available and folks are encouraged to enjoy a little “Holiday Cheer”. However, the results of overindulgence can be deadly and [...]
As the “gift giving” Holidays approach, parents need to be ever diligent in keeping track of recalled toys. We have all seen the recent reports of lead paint and other hazardous materials being found in popular dolls, games and other children’s items. However, listening is not enough-you must go to the various websites available to [...]
Ok, I know this is supposed to be a blog about Personal Injury issues, but I need to get this off my chest… I awoke this morning to the news of the indictment of yet another high-profile, professional athlete-Barry Bonds, the all-time home run king! It has been alleged that Bonds lied multiple times to [...]
