There are so many federal government agencies that it’s understandable that the average American is unfamiliar with most of them. Yet, even though most of these agencies rarely receive much press coverage or recognition from the public, they often do very important...
A brain injury only takes a moment to develop but can lead to a lifetime of lasting consequences. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), such as concussions, can affect someone's motor function and sensory perception. They can even change someone's personality. In extreme...
It’s often known that drunk driving leads to a high number of auto accidents. The reason for the high number of auto accidents caused by alcohol is that alcohol is a depressant, which leads to impaired judgment, vision, motor control and memory. Studies have shown...
Truck accidents can be incredibly dangerous because both delivery trucks and semi-trucks are much larger than passenger vehicles. This means that people in those smaller vehicles are facing greater danger if they get hit by a commercial driver. That’s why these...
You may be tempted to accept the first offer from an insurer to settle your personal injury claim. It could be due to financial pressure, lack of information or a fear of the legal process. However, a rush to settle is seldom advisable. Accepting the first settlement...
Slip and fall accidents can happen unexpectedly and cause significant injuries. When such accidents occur in public establishments, the question arises: Should those visiting the property have been warned about a potentially dangerous situation? Public establishments,...
The reason that most people move into nursing homes is that they cannot safely live on their own anymore. Older adults and their family members typically pay thousands of dollars every month for the care provided by a nursing home, but not every facility provides an...
When you need to turn the care of a vulnerable relative over to a licensed facility, you can expect to have mixed feelings. You may be relieved knowing they will have immediate care in a crisis, but you may also worry about potential abuse. Like most, you may believe...
Funeral costs are different in every situation, as there are many unique factors that have to be considered. For example, did the individual who passed away already purchase a burial plot, or will one have to be purchased for them due to an unexpected passing? This...
Running near traffic is hazardous. Many drivers don’t look for runners at all. Collisions are more likely to lead to severe or even fatal injuries for runners. This is especially true with large pickup trucks and SUVs, which pose a greater danger. That being said,...
