When you are injured in an accident, discussing your options with a qualified attorney is essential. Sometimes, settling with an insurance company will be the best option. In others, taking legal action will make more sense. Your initial consultation with a personal injury lawyer should be free of cost and obligation. In other words, you should feel […]
How Long Will it Take to Resolve My Personal Injury Case?
Every personal injury claim is different. However, almost all of them settle before they go to trial. This often means settling within six to twelve months – sometimes even faster. When a case goes to trial, it can take two or more years to reach a verdict. Only around four percent of personal injury claims wind up […]
Traveling for Labor Day? Drive Safely
Labor Day is, for many, the final hoorah of summer. No wonder, then, that AAA predicts travel this year will be near or at pre-pandemic levels. This means hundreds of thousands of additional motorists will take to the road to travel 50+ miles from home this weekend, with around 80% of these travels to be […]
Faulty Sleep Apnea Machines
Sleep apnea is a serious condition that can lead to several fatal complications. People with sleep apnea stop breathing multiple times while sleeping each night. Breath cessation may last for up to ten seconds each time, interfering with proper oxygen flow to the body and brain. This can exacerbate existing conditions while increasing risks for […]
Back to School Safety Tips
No matter how your child gets to school, steps can be taken to help them get there safely. Here are some tips to help keep your children safe while they walk, ride a bike, or take the bus to and from school. Pedestrians Many children walk to school. If your child is walking, talk to […]
Who is Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?
Workers’ compensation laws vary from state to state, but by and large, employees in any industry are entitled to file a claim when they sustain an on-the-job injury. As a “no-fault” insurance, workers are eligible for workers’ comp even if they play a role in their accident. Texas is the only state in the nation that does […]
Driving While Impaired: Shocking New AAA Study
A new study from the AAA Foundation has found that nearly 50% of U.S. drivers over the age of 16 may be driving while under the influence of a potentially driver impairing (PDI) medication. The study considered several classes of drugs, including: Antihistamines Cough medicines Antidepressants Opioid pain medications Muscle relaxers Sleep aids Amphetamines Each of these […]
July Fourth Travel Forecast
AAA expects to see a new record for holiday travel this upcoming Fourth of July Weekend. Despite historically high gas prices, the auto club predicts nearly 48 million people will travel 50+ miles from home to celebrate our Nation’s Birthday this year. That’s 48 million people on the road. All trying to get to a […]
Summer Road Trip Safety Tips
Accidents do happen, but it’s always important to prevent these accidents before they happen. Now that it’s summer, you might be thinking about going on a long trip with friends and family. To ensure that you keep your loved ones safe during this time, consider the following road trip safety rules. Get your vehicle ready […]