In 2024, Seattle continues to grow as a major hub for technology, tourism, and commerce, bringing increased traffic challenges to its urban streets and highways. With congestion, ongoing construction, and evolving transit projects, road safety remains a critical concern for residents and commuters. Seattle’s roads saw 7,651 traffic crashes throughout 2024, impacting drivers, pedestrians, and...
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Tesla is undoubtedly one of the most prominent companies in advanced transportation, and the idea of self-driving cars and other cutting-edge features can seem almost futuristic. While previous articles have highlighted how safety and technological advancements have significantly reduced traffic accidents and saved millions of lives over the past decade, today we will take a...
Our country is vast and diverse, making it easy to think that tangible problems are far from us. However, among the ten most dangerous routes in the United States as of 2024, one should particularly alarm us: Seattle’s I-5. This highway, running parallel to the Pacific Coast, witnessed 186 fatalities (13.47 per 100 miles). This...
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...
Seattle may be known for being the top when it comes to coffee, technology, and progressive politics, but many people are surprised to learn we also rank high for a disturbing trend: dog attacks. With so many young professionals and an ever-fluctuating transient population, Seattle really is overrun with dogs. So much so that you...
It only takes a minute. You could be walking along, minding your own business, when a ferocious dog suddenly sets upon you like a lightning bolt falling out of the sky. Dog bites are serious injuries which can lead to long-term physical and psychological damage. According to the Midwestern Vascular Surgical Society, “approximately 1.6 million...
No matter if someone is a full-grown adult or just a child, a dog bite can be a disturbing event. Not only can dog bites cause severe injuries, they can effect long-lasting, traumatic neuroses that can negatively impact a person’s life for years afterward. Cynophobia In short, Cynopobia is the fear of dogs. Cynophobia is...
Photo by Isabel Vittrup-Pallier Every year close to five million Americans are bitten by animals, the majority being dog bites. Close to 300,000 of these people end up in the hospital and find themselves facing years of rehabilitation and reconstructive surgery. With 83 million dogs in the U.S. alone, attacks and bites are a common...
When dealing with a personal injury case, you may have heard these two terms come up at some point: pre-litigation and litigation. Many law firms do both but others may decide to focus their attention on one or the other. Depending on the law firm, your personal injury case may be handled by one attorney...
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...