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Virginia Dog Bites By The Numbers

Friday, June 29th, 2012

A dog bite or dog attack can often cause both personal and financial suffering, and the chances of you or a family member experiencing a dog attack is often higher than you may think. The Virginia dog bite lawyers work with those who have suffered as a result of a dog attack and fight for their rightful compensation.

Dog Bite Statistics

The National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), based in Atlanta, Georgia estimates that instances of dog bites or attacks affect about 2% of the U.S. population, equaling approximately 4.7 million citizens yearly. This means that you or a member of your family has about a one in 50 chance of being bitten or attacked by a dog each year.

Around 800,000 people seek medical care every year as a result of a dog bite or attack, according to the CDC. Children are especially at risk and make up half of that statistic, with dog bites being among the top five reasons why children make emergency room visits. Children at the highest risk of experiencing a dog attack are between the ages of five and nine.

Dog bites kill around 16 people in the U.S. every year.

Most Dangerous Dog Breeds

According to a study conducted by Merritt Clifton, editor of Animal People, Presa Canarios, Pit Bulls, Rottweilers and their mixes make up 74% of the attacks on the U.S. population in general, and 68% of the attacks on children.

Mr. Clifton states, “Pit Bulls and Rottweilers are dogs who not only must be handled with special precautions, but also must be regulated with special requirements appropriate to

the risk they may pose to the public and other animals, if they are to be kept at all.”

In almost 70% of the cases included in the study, the dog attack was the first known “dangerous” or aggressive behavior by the dog.

How To Protect Yourself And Your Children

Courtesy of the CDC, the following tips should help to keep you and your children safe around any dog you may encounter.

Never approach an unknown or unfamiliar dog
Don’t run away from a dog and scream
If approached by an unknown dog, do not move
If knocked down by a dog, roll into ball and do not move
Never allow children to play with a dog unsupervised
Don’t stare into a dog’s eyes
If a dog is caring for puppies, eating, or sleeping, do not disturb it.
Let the dog see you and smell you before petting it

The Virginia dog attack personal injury lawyers are prepared to take on dog bite cases and fight for the fair compensation that you deserve. Download our free book, An Insider’s Guide To Dog Bite Claims In Virginia today. You can reach us at 703-906-4229, or email us for a free case consultation.

The above article is a guest blog post by the personal injury attorneys at The Parrish Law Firm.

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Injured by a Drunk Driver in Massachusetts?

Thursday, June 28th, 2012

Getting hit by a drunk driver can leave you with physical and emotional trauma, not to mention financially crippling medical bills. Those whose loved one was killed by a drunk driver also experience an undue amount of emotional hardship. There are tens of thousands of drunk driving victims in the United States every year who succumb to their injuries, leaving grief-stricken families behind.

MADD Statistics

According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, MADD, around 13,000 people were killed in DUI accidents in 2007. People that do escape with their lives, often find them forever altered by their injury. Some of the worst injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and spinal cord injuries are most often caused by car accidents. Whenever alcohol is involved, the chances of a serious car crash and resulting injuries are exponentially worse.

MA Drunk Driving Laws

In Massachusetts, the legal limit for Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is 0.08, and for underage drivers, the BAC is 0.02. If you have suffered injuries in an accident caused by a person who was driving while intoxicated, you may be entitled to compensation for the injuries and pain you have suffered.

Holding Drunk Drivers Responsible

Remember, to obtain compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, damages to your vehicle and other accident-related expenses, you will need to file a Massachusetts personal injury claim against the intoxicated driver who caused your accident.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of a drunk driver, an experienced MA drunk driving accident attorney with the Kiley Law Group can help you understand your rights and file an injury claim. We will go over every aspect of your accident and determine the full extent of the money damages you are entitled to.

The car accident lawyers at Kiley Law Group specialize in drunk-driving accidents and have s 30 years of expertise and a deeper understanding of the intricacies of Massachusetts OUI laws.

For a FREE Consultation, call us toll-free at (888) 208-1695.

This guest blog post is brought to you by the Massachusetts personal injury law firm the Kiley Law Group.

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Head-on Collision in Provo Canyon Proves Fatal

Tuesday, June 12th, 2012

A head-on collision in Provo Canyon this past weekend has left one woman dead and another critically injured. FOX 13 reports that 22-year-old Kabrina Hawkins was killed after a Dodge Durango crossed the center line and crashed into her vehicle. The driver of the Durango, Nancy Pectol, was critically injured in the accident. Speed is suspected as a potential factor in the accident.

We express our condolences to the family of Ms. Hawkins for her passing. We think of them especially at this time of harsh reality, a stinging blow to a life cut short. We also hope for a quick recovery for Ms. Pectol. Regardless of what may have caused this accident, many lives have been changed as a result of this, and all parties involved are in need of healing, both physical and emotional.

A Salt Lake City car accident attorney is able to help the family of the deceased recover necessary compensations following such an accident. Medical bills, funeral costs and other miscellaneous expenses can begin to pile up—know that you can receive help for these costs. Contact the Christensen Law Firm today at (801) 506-0800 to receive a free consultation with an experienced and compassionate attorney.

The Christensen Law Firm, a Utah personal injury law firm, is not representing any of the persons mentioned in this incident at the time of writing/posting. The information reported in this article is taken directly from media sources, and any perceived inaccuracies should be attributed to those sources. If you believe that the information is inaccurate and you would like it changed, or if you or a loved one was mentioned in this article and you would like it removed entirely, please contact us and we will accommodate your request.

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Female Cyclist Involved in Fatal Accident

Monday, June 11th, 2012

A fatal accident occurred Saturday when a female cyclist lost control of her bicycle while riding downhill and crashed into rocks and dirt. According to FOX 13, the accident in which Cathi Turner died took place on Redwood Road and 10400 North. Investigators say that a construction sign sideways in the bike lane caused Mrs. Turner a flat tire, which caused her to lose control of her bicycle and fall. Mrs. Turner was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident, yet she still suffered critical injuries in the crash and died Saturday after being transported via medical helicopter to Intermountain Medical.

On behalf of the Christensen Law Firm, we express our condolences to the Turner family as well as all those most intimately affected by her passing. Many are calling her death ‘preventable’, which makes such a passing even more tragic and difficult to bear.

Fox 13 has reported on June 12^th that Mrs. Turner’s husband is considering pursuing legal action following the death of his wife. The Utah Highway Patrol says that Mrs. Turner’s bike may have hit the base of a construction sign, as mentioned previously, and Mrs. Turner’s husband argues that the sign was ‘misplaced and unsecured’. Michele Maughan, a friend of Cathi Turner’s who was with her at the time of the accident, also says the sign extended too far into the bike lane. On the other hand, UDOT officials argue that the contractor involved with the signage, Staker Parson, complied with all necessary regulations and procedures.

At such a time, when a death has occurred and no party admits guilt for the accident, a bicycle accident lawyer may become involved and help the family of the deceased. The Utah Bicycle Lawyers at the Christensen Law Firm promise compassionate service, understanding that such a time is filled with tender emotions and heartache. Let us handle your legal needs while you tend the physical and emotional of yourself and your family. Call us at (801) 506-0800 to speak with one of our lawyers today.

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Statistics Reveal that Older Teens are Texting and Driving

Thursday, June 7th, 2012

Statistics from the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveal that a majority of high school seniors are texting and driving. The report claims that in a national survey administered last year, 58% of high school seniors admitted to texting or e-mailing while driving, otherwise known as ‘distracted driving’ or ‘careless driving’. In the same study, 43% of high school juniors admitted to the same. The study is significant for there has been little actual evidence of teen texting and driving beyond general speculation.

Mentioned in KSL’s report of the study is a teen from New Jersey who caused a fender bender last year due to texting while driving. Said the young man of the event, “I felt like an idiot,” and, “It caused me to be a lot more cautious.” What is most frightening, though, is the young man continued by saying that he still texts and drives.

It is now considered a primary offense in the state of Utah to text and drive. Sadly though, there are probably fewer adults out there that can claim to be texting and driving any less than the teens involved in this study. Our age of constant communication, consumption and commercialism causes us to disregard safety, paying about as much attention to it as we do a back seat driver.

An auto accident attorney in Salt Lake City is prepared to seek compensation for you and your loved ones should you be involved in a texting accident caused by someone else. Though Utah law is strict on ‘careless driving’, these accidents will continue to happen. Don’t wait to seek for the compensation you deserve. Call us today at (801) 506-0800.

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Citation Issued in Mattress Debris Incident

Wednesday, June 6th, 2012

Updating yesterday’s post, a citation was issued today to the driver who most likely left a mattress on the highway Monday night that resulted in the death of motorcyclist Royce Munns. Gerald Holgreen of Fruit Heights, UT called the Utah Highway Patrol after hearing reports of mattress debris that caused the fatal accident. Mr. Holgreen was apparently helping to move the mattress to Layton and did not notice the mattress was missing until arriving at his destination. He could not find his mattress after returning to Wellsville the following morning, and at that point called police. He has been cited for failure to secure his goods while driving.

In Mr. Holgreen’s words, this truly seems to be a “bad dream”; his desire to help move a mattress turned into a catastrophic event leading to a lost life. Our hearts go out to the family of Mr. Munns, as well as to Mr. Holgreen, who will bear the grief of this event for years to come.

Fatal accidents in Utah are, unfortunately, common occurrences. Though most often unforeseen and certainly unintentional, the families of the victims have a right to seek compensation if the accident has been caused by the negligence of another. Money is never meant to be a substitute for lost life, but this is nonetheless the means by which families are compensated. If you find yourself in need of a personal injury attorney, call the Christensen Law Firm, whose motto of “Service with Integrity and Compassion When You’ve Been Injured” will ensure that you will be treated fairly and with great care. Call today—(801) 506-0800.

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Debris Leads to Fatal Motorcycle Accident

Tuesday, June 5th, 2012

A motorcyclist died Monday evening in Box Elder County when his motorcycle hit a mattress that was left on the freeway. The accident occurred Monday night at 10:43 pm on I-15, where a mix of darkness, the speed of I-15 and notably a mattress created a catastrophic event in which a life was lost. A helicopter was dispatched to the scene of the accident, but the biker was pronounced dead before the arrival of the chopper. The deceased has been identified by Utah Highway Patrol (UHP) as Royce Munns (46) of Brigham City. Mr. Munns was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.

UHP is looking for the person who left the mattress on I-15. They ask anyone who saw someone lose a mattress last night on I-15 to contact them. The person faces charges, at least charges of not securing their goods properly.

We express our condolences to Mr. Munn’s family. Any death is difficult, but especially when life is taken through a means that could have been prevented. We remind all drivers to secure their goods, and take the necessary measures to ensure that if they lose their goods, they are able to clear them from the road.

If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, or if a loved one has been involved in an accident such as the one above, contacting a Utah motorcycle accident attorney will help you know how best to proceed. We promise service with compassion and integrity; with the Christensen Law firm, you are never a number, but a person with a story that needs to be told. Let us do the telling—call us at (801) 506-0800.

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Common Forms of Medical Malpractice

Friday, June 1st, 2012

The negligence of others causes hundreds of thousands of injury accidents across the nation every year. One of the most inexcusable forms of such negligence is medical malpractice. Patients place their lives in the hands of doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals every day, and they do so with complete confidence and trust. The last thing a patient expects is that their trust will be betrayed.

One Mistake is All it Takes

A healthcare professional’s job is not easy and there are a great many dedicated, skilled, and reliable physicians, but there are also others who perform procedures without the proper training, who fail to perform screenings thoroughly or up to standards, and who make errors due to inattention or other forms of negligence. There are even cases where a physician leaves surgical instruments in a patient’s body after surgery. When a physician does not perform his or her duties to the accepted standard of care, they risk the health and the lives of their patients. Some of the most common forms of medical malpractice include:

Failure to diagnose cancer, or other serious diseases;
Incorrect diagnosis;
Delayed diagnosis;
Surgical errors;
Lack of informed consent;
Errors in prenatal screening;
Improper reading of x-rays; and
Medication and anesthesia errors.

Medical negligence or malpractice such as those mentioned above can cause serious injury, illness, or even death. Healthcare professionals who place their patients at risk of such consequences must be held accountable for their actions.

What You Can Do

Medical professionals who endanger the health and safety of their patients as the result of malpractice, negligence, or oversight may be held liable for the harm they cause. If you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice in Massachusetts, the dedicated Boston medical malpractice attorneys at the Kiley Law Group can help you obtain compensation for your losses. Call us today to find out more about your legal rights and options at (888) 208-1695.

This guest blog post is brought to you by the Massachusetts personal injury law firm, the Kiley Law Group.

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