Owning a motorcycle can be a fun and exciting experience, but it also comes with risks. The National Safety Council found that motorcyclists accounted for 14 percent of traffic deaths even though they only make up 3 percent of all registered vehicles. That’s why it’s important not only for motorists to be aware of motorcycles but also …
Being injured in a motor vehicle accident can be distressing. From lost wages due to time away from work to physical and emotional injuries, being in a car accident that is not your fault can come with a series of grievances that may leave you confused. If your motor vehicle accident was on account of an Uber, Lyft, …
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If you have recently become injured because of a car accident, you may be asking yourself, “What now?”. It can be daunting to try to take on insurance companies on your own. That is why the first thing you should do after you find yourself injured from a car accident, is to contact an attorney. …
Drunk driving is an issue that has been going on for decades. If you find yourself a victim of a drunk driving incident, it’s important to understand that you do not have to take this on alone. Jeffress Law knows all the emotional turmoil and stress that you are going through. Let a professional help you so …
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When you purchase and use a product, you are placing your trust in the manufacturer that they’ve done their due diligence in making sure their product not only works but is safe. When there’s a breach in that trust and you find yourself hurt, it can be annoying, frustrating, angering, and emotionally taxing. But aside …
Accidents happen, we all know this, but it can still hurt when they do happen. It can be frustrating when you’ve done all you can to be mindful of your safety, wearing a helmet, using cycling signals, and even being incredibly mindful and vigilant knowing some drivers see you less as a cyclist and more …
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A burn injury can oftentimes be extremely painful and life-changing. They can have an effect on an individual not only physically but also emotionally and mentally. Suffering extreme or minor burns from the negligence and carelessness of others can be especially painful. If you or a loved one has been in this situation, Jeffress Law, PC, has …
Cycling is a popular form of travel and amusement for people of all ages, but it doesn’t come without some risks. Cycling accidents happen all of the time. To keep safe while cycling on roads, it’s important to be aware of possible hazards and take precautions to avoid them. From comprehending the legal consequences to …
Staying Safe on Two Wheels: Tips for Cyclists to Minimize Risks on the Road Read More »
Millions of individuals get behind the wheel everyday, confident that they will get there safely and with no harm done. However, many of them are unaware that there are possible problems waiting for them on the road, including drunk drivers. Driving under the influence not only puts you and those around you in danger, but …
According to the Centers of Disease Control, 1.1 million burns occur to Americans that require medical attention (https://www.cdc.gov/masstrauma/factsheets/public/burns.pdf). Of these, approximately 50,000 require hospitalizations, and 4,500 of these cases result in death. Unfortunately, there are thousands of burn injuries each year that occur in situations that are completely preventable. They can happen on the job, …
