More than 90 percent of car accidents involve some form of human error. That deplorable statistic highlights the fact that far too many drivers are distracted, drunk or otherwise negligent. However, it also indicates that most collisions are preventable if motorists behave responsibly. Although you cannot control the actions of other drivers, there are steps …
According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, Americans take approximately 2.6 billion road trips each year. Unfortunately, driving on unfamiliar roads increases the likelihood of crashing. Looking for landmarks and traffic signs can distract a driver’s attention long enough to cause a tragic wreck. If you’re planning a long-distance journey, these five tips will help …
Commercial truckers are among the most experienced drivers on U.S. roads. Most of them undergo comprehensive accident-prevention training. Unfortunately, fatigue, complacency and driving in unfamiliar territories can be a recipe for disaster. In 2014, there were more than 430,000 large trucks involved in crashes in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety …
The signs of nursing home abuse are often subtle. Some victims – particularly those with cognitive impairments – do not understand that they are being mistreated. Other times, residents who experience abuse are too afraid to report the problem. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that nursing home neglect and abuse …
A motorcycle accident is a nerve-racking experience, and it may seem impossible to remain calm in the aftermath. This is particularly true if you sustained injuries due to a negligent driver. However, it is important to remember that your statements and actions will directly affect your ability to make a successful claim. A small mistake …
Motorcyclists take a risk every time they hit the road. Although most rides end without incident, all it takes is one drunk, distracted or negligent driver to cause a tragedy. A serious wreck can injure any part of a motorcyclist’s body; however, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, head injuries are particularly debilitating …
According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, approximately one-third of adults in the United States take five or more medications. Although many patients rely on drugs to maintain their health and wellness, a minor prescription error could have devastating – and possibly fatal – consequences. Medication mistakes are particularly common in nursing homes …
Cycling is a healthy activity for the whole family, but it comes with inherent dangers. Even a slow-speed collision with a motor vehicle is likely to end with injuries. In 2013, more than 900 cyclists died in accidents in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That same year, at …
The numbers don’t lie: Driving in rainy weather increases the risk of crashing. According to the Federal Highway Administration, poor weather contributed to 22 percent of all accidents in the last 10 years. It’s always best to avoid driving in rainy conditions; however, that’s not always possible. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to …
Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, are painful and can cause life-threatening medical complications. Elderly people with mobility problems are particularly susceptible to bedsores. According to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 159,000 nursing home residents in the United States had pressure ulcers in 2004. There are several …
Cycling is more than a healthy and fun activity for young kids; it’s an opportunity to travel long distances in a short amount of time. It opens the door to more independence, but with that freedom come certain responsibilities. Kids who ride bikes must know traffic laws – and parents should make a concerted effort …
Cycling offers a multitude of benefits for young kids. Riding is a healthy activity that opens the door to more freedom and independence. However, cycling comes with inherent dangers. All it takes is one distracted, drunk or otherwise negligent driver to cause a tragedy. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children, adolescents …
Lane departure warnings, backup cameras, inflatables seatbelts – new safety technologies are preventing accidents and saving lives. However, despite these advancements, it is still critical that motorists practice defensive driving. Defensive driving involves anticipating and avoiding dangerous scenarios. For example, a motorist might choose to wait for a storm to pass before hitting the road, …
As the sweltering temperatures of summer give way to a mild autumn, more bicyclists are hitting the roads in New Orleans. Unfortunately, recent headlines indicate that bikers have more to worry about than leg cramps. Hit and runs have become alarmingly common in New Orleans. NOLA recently reported on a hit and run that allegedly …
Medical malpractice is a complicated branch of personal-injury law. Making a successful claim requires extensive evidence in the form of expert testimonies, an independent medical evaluation, doctors’ records and other documentation. Providing sufficient evidence, however, is just one piece of the puzzle. You must also file the claim within the statute of limitations. In Louisiana, …
Cynthia Dibeh filed a personal-injury lawsuit against Walmart Stores Inc. on September 25. The claim states that Dibeh was a guest at a Walmart store when she slipped and fell in a puddle of mud. According to Louisiana Record, the plaintiff is claiming that the defendant failed to clean the premises or warn customers about …
Nursing Home Abuse Affects Everyone Involved Nursing homes play an important role in the ongoing health, comfort and well-being of senior citizens. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at least 1.4 million elderly people in the United States were residents in nursing homes in 2014. Unfortunately, many nursing home residents suffer mistreatment. …
It’s no secret that airbags can save lives and reduce the severity of injuries in a wreck. Although airbags are secondary safety devices and they do not void the need for drivers and passengers to wear seat belts, their benefits are profound. According to SaferCar.gov, frontal airbags saved 25,782 lives between 1987 and 2008. Despite …
Most nursing homes offer reliable care in a comfortable, safe environment. Unfortunately, all it takes is one poorly trained, incompetent or malicious staff member to abuse a resident. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 1 in 10 people aged 60 and older who live in nursing homes suffer some form of …
New Orleans Police officer Tony Mitchell died in a chain-reaction crash on the West Bank Expressway. The impact of the wreck threw Mitchell onto the lower-level eastbound roadway. He died at the scene. Mitchell was a 19-year veteran of the department. According to NOLA.com, Mitchell was the second NOPD officer to die in a motor-vehicle …
A Monroe man suffered fatal injuries after being hit by a 2003 Honda and subsequently run over by a 2002 Chevy truck. He died at the scene. According to Myarklamiss.com, law enforcement attended the scene shortly after 11 p.m. Police reported that the crash happened when the deceased and another man were crossing the road. …
Two young girls were hit by a pickup truck shortly after leaving school. According to WTVY, the truck driver appeared to be a teenager. Emergency responders transported the two children to the hospital. One of the victims was listed in critical condition and later died of her injuries. The other girl suffered serious wounds that …
Four people died and another sustained serious injuries in a two-vehicle accident on Highway 82 in Alabama. According to ABC3340, two of the deceased are children. State troopers said the fatal wreck occurred at approximately 4 p.m. and involved an SUV and a logging truck. The logging truck rolled over and its driver sustained injuries; …
A child sustained injuries and two other people died in a devastating accident involving a dump truck on U.S. 78. According to AL.com, the dump truck caught on fire and its driver sustained fatal injuries. The 17-year-old driver of the other vehicle died at the scene. According to reports, the teen was not wearing a …
A Gulfport cyclist is back on the road after a near fatal accident earlier this year. According to WDAM, a car hit Carter Bise in broad daylight while riding home from work. Surveillance footage captured the accident on camera. Bise suffered serious injuries including punctured and collapsed lungs, broken ribs, road rash, lacerations and bruises. …
A truck driver was hospitalized with serious injuries after a wreck on Interstate 10. According to the SunHerald, the man was driving a pest control truck in the eastbound lane when it left the road and rolled several times. Police closed the interstate for 45 minutes while emergency workers attended to the scene. The Department …
A charter bus crashed into three firemen who were investigating a minor injury crash, killing one and injuring the other two. According to The Advocate, the bus driver was in the United States illegally and did not have a driver’s license. The three firemen were from the St. John Baptist Fire Department. A Toyota Camry …
Police recently released the names of the woman who was injured and man who died in a late-August motorcycle crash. The man, John Earnest Newhart Jr., 43, was driving the motorcycle and Kimberly Michele West, also 43, was his passenger. According to the Shreveport Times, the accident happened on Saturday, August 28 at 8 p.m. …
Three people died and many others sustained injuries in a fiery crash on I-55. The wreck involved nine vehicles – including two 18-wheelers. According to MS News Now, police have not yet identified the cause of the accident, but there is construction in the area. The crash caused a four-hour traffic backup as vehicles were …
Nursing home abuse is deplorably common in the United States. According to a 2009 survey from the Department of Justice, 11 percent of senior citizens reported experiencing mistreatment. That might sound low, but there are more than 40 million people in the country aged 65 and older – which means approximately 4.4 million suffered abuse. …
