accident avoidance

25 Oct 22

Why are child pedestrians at risk?

Pedestrian injury is the second leading cause of unintentional injury-related death among children ages 5 to 14, claiming the lives of about 600 children annually, according to a recent report. This same report also indicated that more than 38,400 children were treated in emergency rooms for pedestrian-related injuries. Although pedestrian injuries are not as common as motor […]
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26 Apr 22

On the Bike: How to Keep Young Cyclists Safe

It can be easy for children—and even parents—to see their bicycle as a toy. The reality is that bikes are not toys. In fact, more children ages 5 to 14 go to hospital emergency rooms for injuries associated with bicycles than with any other sport. Despite the obvious dangers, riding a bike is a wonderful […]
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23 Mar 22

Understanding and Avoiding a Motorcycle Accidents

Make no mistake about it: riding a motorcycle — and as you are no doubt aware—poses greater risks of injury than driving a car. According to the NHTSA, based on statistics from 2006, motorcyclists are eight times more likely to be injured in a crash per mile traveled. However, and this is critically important, several […]
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01 Feb 22

Pedestrian Accidents and Young Children

Nothing is more precious than your child’s safety. Over the course of my career as a personal injury attorney, some of the most heart- wrenching cases I have seen have been those involving children who were victims of pedestrian accidents. In this chapter, I’d like to take a look at why children are particularly vulnerable […]
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04 Jan 22

Causes of Accidents & How to Avoid Them

The vast majority of automobile accidents are caused by drivers’ negligence. At least one of the drivers was partially if not entirely at fault and could have avoided the accident by exercising greater attention and caution. Accidents, in other words, are nearly always the result of drivers’ mistakes. In my years as a personal injury […]
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06 Mar 19

Car Accident Risks of Daylight Savings Time

Did you know there is an increase in car crashes within the first few days of the Daylight Savings Time change? Many debate the value of Daylight Savings Time. While it was originally implemented as a way to maximize productivity during daylight hours (helping to save money on electric bills) it leaves many of us weary, […]
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29 Nov 18

What to do after a Car Accident

  Unexpected. Unprepared. What do you do after a car accident? No one can anticipate the chaos of a car crash. Immediately after a car accident, fear, confusion and uncertainty are common emotions. It is so difficult to be clear-headed amidst the smoke and debris. It is possible, however, to have a plan of action […]
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