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The spinal cord is one of the most important parts of the body. It connects the brain to virtually all other body parts. When you suffer a spinal cord injury, the effects could be short or permanent. You might feel excruciating pain or nearly none at all. The brain needs the spinal cord to function […]

Fall can be a great time to enjoy the outdoors for even a short period of time. When the day is sunny and warm and the autumn leaves are turning colors, many people enjoy going out for tours and nature walks. However, fall weather can be unpredictable and even dangerous. Falling leaves, shorter days, and […]

During the fall season, many people visit haunted house attractions across the nation. The Haunted House Association says there are more than 2,000 haunted houses open every Halloween. Some attractions are temporary and stay open only during the fall season. Others might be part of a moving carnival or similar attraction that goes from location […]

Driving past a large commercial truck at more than 55 miles per hour on a highway can make any passenger driver nervous. Commercial trucks traveling at highway speeds can certainly be intimidating. However, dangerous situations can occur at low speeds. One particularly dangerous situation can occur when a truck is in the process of turning. […]

A catastrophic injury lasts a very long time, and it renders the person incapable of working or otherwise earning a living. A catastrophic injury usually happens suddenly and could be caused by an accident. Workplace accidents, car accidents, and even slip and fall accidents can cause catastrophic injuries. Becoming blind due to an accident would […]

The golden rule of driving is to focus on the road. This sounds like a very simple directive, and it is for the most part. However, because of the nature of velocity, lane changing, mirror limitations, and the human body, you simply cannot see everything at all times. Lawyers often work with clients that have […]

While older safety devices, like seat belts and air bags, address post-collision protections, newer safety assist systems are designed to help avoid car accidents. These newer systems are not foolproof, and sometimes, they fail to work properly. The collision avoidance equipment in cars is generally referred to as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Many ADAS […]

Forklifts make tasks in warehousing, retail, construction, and numerous other industries easier. These machines allow heavy and bulky loads to be transported with ease and help workers attain higher productivity. However, forklifts can also cause workplace injuries if safety precautions are not followed. Workplace accidents involving forklifts cause about 34,900 serious injuries and 85 deaths […]

The average person may not understand that civil lawsuits must be filed within a certain timeframe. If that deadline is missed, then the plaintiff might be prevented from filing the lawsuit and seeking damages. This time limit is called the statute of limitations, and it applies to every type of civil lawsuit. This time limit […]

Due to the size of commercial trucks, it is rare to get into a truck accident and not suffer any severe vehicle damage or injuries. In the event that you choose to pursue legal action after a truck accident, you need strong representation. In a commercial truck accident case, multiple liable parties can be involved. You […]