Sidewalks are a vital part of city infrastructure. For safety and convenience, sidewalks must remain usable for all pedestrians, especially those with disabilities. All walkways should be in good shape and free of ice and debris. If a sidewalk is damaged or unsafe, those using it could be seriously injured. However, who exactly is responsible...
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What is Rule 411? Despite what their seemingly compassionate television commercials may have you believe, insurance companies are mostly concerned with protecting their bottom line. Like any other major corporation, insurance companies care about profits above all. This sometimes means they will take advantage of laws and rules meant to level the playing field between...
Photo by Vlad Deep One of the most common questions accident victims have about their automobile insurance is what to do after their Personal Injury Protection (PIP) is exhausted. Losing your PIP coverage can be an especially stressful experience, like having the rug pulled out from under you. It’s hard enough worrying about recovering from...
Photo by Muhammad Daudy The state of Oregon may be known as a hipster paradise, with rivers of Kombucha and vintage cardigans as far as the eye can see. Oregon is also home to some of the most dangerous roads in the entire United States. From crowded urban intersections to steep cliffs that plunge directly...
Photo by Kyle Bushnell Washington State drivers have long had the reputation of being some of the worst in the entire United States. But Washington also has some of the most dangerous roads as well. With a rugged, mountainous landscape and an exploding population, Washington is far from the safest place to commute, as the...
Photo by gustavo nacht Washington is one of the more bike-friendly states in the U.S., but that doesn’t mean the rules are always clear in practice. On paper, the law is straightforward. On the road, it’s different. Drivers hesitate, cyclists improvise, and small misunderstandings turn into real accidents. Understanding how the law actually works and...
After a car accident, arm pain can be just as debilitating as back pain, especially if you are experiencing pain in your dominant arm or hand. Arm and hand pain can take many forms. The pain can be a burning or stinging sensation, or it could be a tingling feeling, as though your arm is...
If you’ve ever had need of a personal injury attorney, you’ve probably heard the terms “legal demands” being thrown around. Legal demands are documents written by legal professionals that provide insurance adjusters necessary information regarding your accident, medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Liability Statement The first part to writing legal demands is...
Despite being invisible, concussions are serious injuries and should not be ignored. Concussions are frequently caused by moderate to severe trauma to the head. Due to the typical blunt force impacts associated with automobile, motorcycle, and bicycle accidents, the risk of obtaining a concussion is high if you are the victim of such an incident....
Photo by Daniel Dan Sacrum pain arising from an injury usually occurs following high-speed motor vehicle accidents and slip and falls. As we’ve discussed in previous articles regarding the spine, injuries to the sacrum can be debilitating to the injured party. Sitting while having sacrum pain can be excruciating and near impossible. Let’s learn about...