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Who Gets In More Car Accidents?
Who gets in more car accidents? Although men drive more than women, there is a long-running — yet unproven — stereotype that women are “poor drivers” compared to men. The stereotypes and jovial jabs regarding the belief often contribute to passionate disagreements. If you have sustained injuries or lost a loved one in a car…
Read MoreAnnual Death Toll Car Accidents
Car accidents are the leading cause of death in the United States for people 54 years and older. Additionally, they are the leading cause of non-natural death for US civilians traveling or residing abroad. Across the world, cars share the roads with buses, pedestrians, trucks, among other travelers. Effective traveling, thanks to motor vehicles, supports…
Read MoreNotice of Claims Against Arizona Public Entities
An Arizona civil action begins with filing a complaint with the superior court. Generally, the injured party does not need to provide the defendant with any advanced notice of the lawsuit prior to filing the Complaint. However, before filing a claim against a public entity, an injured person must provide the public entity with advanced…
Read MoreArizona Now Under Stay-At-Home Order as COVID-19 Cases Start Rising
After a reluctance in March to ask Arizona businesses to close, Gov. Doug Ducey finally issued a stay-at-home order on March 31 to help slow the spread of the deadly coronavirus. Gov. Ducey’s executive order, “Stay home, Stay healthy, Stay connected,” asks Arizonans to limit their time away from their home. People can still go…
Read MoreSafety Bulletin on Cell Phones in Yuma, AZ
Cell phone explosions or fires seem unlikely, but the chemical properties of lithium-ion batteries make it possible. There are more than 225 million active cell phones in the U.S. alone. Approximately 96% of Americans use a cell phone on a day to day basis. How Can Cell Phones Cause Injuries? Your cell phone may look…
Read MoreUnderage Drunk Driving in Tucson, AZ
Underage drinking is a major concern in the United States. Underage drinking is not only illegal, it’s also a major safety concern. In the United States, one out of three fatal car accidents is caused by a drunk driver between the age of 16-20. Underage drunk driving has become an increasingly serious safety concern because…
Read MoreConcussions are a serious injury in a collision. Most go undiagnosed
Concussions are a common injury in a motor vehicle collision, but most cases go untreated. Even in a minor motor vehicle crash, a concussion may occur. This is why it’s important to seek immediate medical attention in any type of motor vehicle collision. What Are The Causes of a Concussion? A concussion is caused by…
Read MoreTucson, AZ Juul Congressional Hearings Show E-Cigarette Isn’t Safe
What new information came out of the Juul Congressional Hearing? Surprise, it’s being sold to your kids and is not as safe as you thought. Juul, maker of a nicotine smoking device, sponsored summer camps, school programs, and even paid church groups to distribute their materials. These programs were targeting youth as young as eight…
Read MoreRoad Safety Tips for Tucson Pedestrians
While car accidents make up a significant percentage of Tucson personal injury cases, they are not restricted to vehicle-on-vehicle accidents. Pedestrians frequently sustain devastating injuries due to the negligence or recklessness of Arizona drivers. These injuries often have life-altering consequences. Alertness is the key to avoid becoming a victim of a pedestrian accident in Tucson.…
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