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Burn Injury Accident Facts and Statistics (Part 2)
Continuing from Burn Injury Accident Facts and Statistics (Part 1)¸ here is some additional information regarding burn injuries. While Part 1 of this blog delved into the various mental, physical and financial effects of burn injuries, as well as some of the more common causes of these types of personal injuries, here in Part 2, we will take a closer …
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Burn Injury Accident Facts and Statistics (Part 1)
Burn Injury Accident are a particularly insidious type of personal injury, as they can: Permanently damage the muscles, nerves and even organs beneath the area of skin that is burn and, as a result, leave a person with permanent physical disabilities Result in unsightly scarring that can wreak havoc on a person’s self-esteem and overall menta …
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Life Hacks for Drivers: What to Do after a Motor Vehicle Accident (Part 2)
Continuing from Life Hacks for Drivers: What to Do after a Motor Vehicle Accident (Part 1), here are some additional tips and hacks for drivers. Being aware of these hacks when a motor vehicle accident occurs can help you respond appropriately and protect your rights to compensation. Document all damage caused by the accident by taking pictures: I …
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Life Hacks for Drivers: What to Do after a Motor Vehicle Accident (Part 1)
Life Hacks for Drivers - Whether you drive as part of your job or you rely on driving to get around in your day-to-day life, you are likely on the road often and, as a result, will likely get into at least one traffic accident in your life. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that: A motor vehicle accident occurs …
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Truck Accident Caused by Driver Falling Asleep Behind the Wheel
Earlier this week, a truck accident resulting in serious damage to a building in Mascoutah occur. When the driver of the semi reportedly fell asleep behind the wheel. According to local law enforcement officials, who are still investigating the incident. The accident took place on Main Street just around 3 am on Tuesday November 12. The truck driver …
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5 Bethalto Teens Involved in Fatal Car Accident
Over the weekend, five Bethalto-area teenagers who all attend Roxana High School were involve in a fatal car accident that left one of the dead and the rest of them seriously injure. According to Bethalto police, who are still investigating this tragic incident, the accident occur just before 9:30 pm on Saturday November 9 on Buchta Road. The vehicle w …
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Minor Car Accident Ends with One Driver Assaulting the Other Driver
A woman has been arrest for assault after she allegedly beat a man who had unknowingly hit her with his vehicle in a minor traffic accident. According to Chicago police, the woman – 28-year-old Sophia Body – had reportedly flag down the 82-year-old victim in Grand Crossing. The victim respond to Body’s gestures, pulling his vehicle over in an eff …
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Bedsores Can Indicate Nursing Home Abuse
Bedsores, which are unsightly and painful skin ulcers, can be telltale signs of nursing home neglect. About 10 percent of nursing home residents in the U.S. currently have bedsores. Also referred to as pressure ulcers, pressure sores or decubitus ulcers, bedsores are skin injuries that develop as a result of prolonged pressure being placed on a specific …
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Signs of Medical Malpractice to Be Aware Of
It’s important for patients to know the warning signs of malpractice so they know when to seek legal counsel regarding their rights. While we trust medical professionals to make informed, reasonable choices regarding our care, unfortunately, they may not always do so, causing you or a loved one to sustain serious injuries. Such instances can constitut …
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Illinois Motorcycle Laws
Although Illinois motorcycle laws do not require riders to wear safety helmets when riding, they do stipulate some other requirements that riders should be aware of. Although all riders and drivers on Illinois roadways are required to obey the general traffic laws of the state, there are some specific laws that only apply to motorcycle riders, and faili …