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Car Accidents can Severely Damage your Kidneys
If you have been in a car accident, it is vital to have your internal organs examined by a doctor. Even if you don’t think you have been injured, there is a possibility that you have sustained internal damage, especially to your kidneys. Kidney injuries can be hard to notice because they don’t always cause pain, but they can be very serious if not treated promptly. If you think you may have a kidney injury, be sure to see a doctor right away.
Common Construction Zone Accidents and How to Prevent Them
Construction zones on our roads are legally required to be marked with the proper signage for safety. This signage includes but is not limited to warnings for drivers to slow down, yield, and be aware of potential hazards. Construction zone road markings are also typically bright and reflective so that they are visible even in low light conditions. By law, these markings must be maintained so that they are always visible and effective.
Common Examples of Negligent Security
Negligent security refers to an incident where a crime occurs on someone’s property due to a lack of security. As an owner of a property, whether it’s a residential property like a rental home or commercial property such as a store, restaurant or bar, the owner has to provide adequate security in order to keep others safe.
Types Of Accidents Motorcyclists Need To Look Out For
Motorcycle accidents occur frequently, as motorcycles are hard to see and motorcyclists face more dangerous situations than drivers in cars. Although motorcycles are dangerous, there are a few things that motorcyclists can do to decrease the risk of an accident or the risk of harm during an accident.
What Happens When an Animal Causes Another Driver to Injure You?
Wild animals can cause traffic accidents for a variety of reasons. Animals may dart out into the road without warning, suddenly causing drivers to swerve or a brake. Some animals may be attracted to the bright lights and noise of traffic and wander onto the road in search of the source of the commotion. In some areas, animals may be fleeing from wildfires or other natural disasters and crossroads in large numbers, increasing the chances of an accident. Deer and other animals are often active at dawn and dusk when visibility is low, and drivers may have difficulty spotting them.
What the New Federal DUI Safety Law Means for Atlanta Drivers
Starting in 2026, all new cars sold in the United States will be required to have drunk driving monitors installed. The monitors will be able to detect when a driver is over the legal limit for alcohol and will automatically disable the car’s ignition. The new law is being implemented to reduce the number of drunk driving accidents and fatalities in Atlanta and across the country. This is a significant step forward in keeping our roads safe.
How Hotel Security Is Responsible for Your Safety
When you are a guest at a hotel, you can expect the hotel to take reasonable measures to ensure your safety. A hotel has a responsibility to provide adequate security to make their premises reasonably safe.
If a hotel has not done so, and you have been injured on the premises, the hotel owners could be liable for your injury.
What Causes Jackknife Accidents?
A jackknife accident occurs when the trailer of a truck swings out and is level with the truck cabin, causing it to resemble a partially unfolded pocket knife. This could occur for a variety of reasons including poor weather conditions, driver error or mechanical failure.
If you have been injured in a jackknife accident, you are likely in need of an attorney. A thorough investigation of the accident must be undertaken to determine liability. An experienced truck accident attorney can assist with this, as well as pursue any damages you may be entitled to.
If My Child Suffers a Spinal Injury, What Should I Do Next?
A spinal cord injury can result in life-changing consequences for a child. If your child has suffered a spinal cord injury you should consult an experienced attorney. While an attorney obviously cannot repair damage to a spinal cord, we can endeavor to ensure you receive full compensation.
Generally, the younger the child receiving treatment, the more successful the outcome. Therefore it is important not to delay in seeking the support of an attorney for your child’s care.
What Should I Do If I Was Hurt in a Forklift Accident at Work?
Forklifts, also known as powered industrial trucks, lift trucks, fork hoists, or fork trucks, are a vital piece of machinery in most warehouses and yards.
While vital, forklifts are also dangerous and can easily cause injury to their operators or bystanders. If you have been injured in a forklift accident you may have grounds for a civil lawsuit.
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